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About Smiling River Campground
Number of accommodations: 28
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Reviews (367)
What Guests Are Saying
Smiling River Campground offers a beautiful setting with clean and well-maintained facilities, attracting many campers who appreciate the quiet and peaceful atmosphere by the river. Guests have praised the helpful camp host and the enjoyable outdoor activities available, such as hiking and biking. However, some concerns have been raised about the maintenance of the bathrooms and issues with the reservation system, which could detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Smiling River Campground offers a beautiful setting with clean and well-maintained facilities, attracting many campers who appreciate the quiet and peaceful atmosphere by the river. Guests have praised the helpful camp host and the enjoyable outdoor activities available, such as hiking and biking. However, some concerns have been raised about the maintenance of the bathrooms and issues with the reservation system, which could detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Jacquelyn K
VerifiedAugust 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
We enjoy being by the Metolious River and Smiling River Campground. Beautiful location.
Jacquelyn K
VerifiedAugust 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
We enjoy being by the Metolious River and Smiling River Campground. Beautiful location.
Gary B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Nice place to hangout for a few days. Great river!
Gary B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Nice place to hangout for a few days. Great river!
Jill S
VerifiedAugust 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
My happy place! The River is so peaceful!
Lots of places to hike and bike!
The summer has become too busy but we’ll plan our next trip to the Metolius in the fall when it’s quieter.
Jill S
VerifiedAugust 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
My happy place! The River is so peaceful!
Lots of places to hike and bike!
The summer has become too busy but we’ll plan our next trip to the Metolius in the fall when it’s quieter.
Virginia T
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
No comments on site
Virginia T
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
No comments on site
Toni P
VerifiedAugust 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Though we were away from the river, the spaces are large and have a lot of privacy.
Toni P
VerifiedAugust 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Though we were away from the river, the spaces are large and have a lot of privacy.
Location Smiling River Campground
Address:
Po Box 249
Sisters, OR, 97759
United States
Smiling River Campground is located approximately 20 miles from US Highway 20, which provides access to the area.
Elevation: 897 feet
19 mi drive to downtown Sisters (about 26 min)
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Last updated: September 9, 2026
