Recreation area

Lava Lake Boating Site

Deschutes National Forest · Oregon — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

A popular site for fisherman and featuring spectacular views of Mt. Bachelor, this boating site is located within the Lava Lake Campground.  There are docks available at this boating site.

Getting there

From Bend, OR: Travel 38.4 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Highway (46), then 1 mile east on Forest Road 4600 500.

Activities

  • BOATING
  • FISHING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.