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Crescent Lake Campground

Deschutes National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundBend / Deschutes NFOregon⭐ 4.0 (134)
Crescent Lake Campground
🟢 10 open windows as of Sep 9 — soonest Fri Sep 11–Mon Sep 14
Availability checked 13h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 44 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 5d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 7 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Crescent Lake Campground in Oregon has 10 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Fri Sep 11–Mon Sep 14. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, CRESCENT LAKE (OR) #040–CRESCENT LAKE (OR) #042 next to each othersites #006, #008, #012, #014, #015, #017, #021, #023, #029, #034, #035, #040, #041, #042, #044, #047
Sun Sep 13 – Wed Sep 163 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, CRESCENT LAKE (OR) #018–CRESCENT LAKE (OR) #020 next to each othersites #007, #009, #010, #018, #019, #020, #024, #025, #027, #031, #037, #038, #043, #045, #046
Sun Sep 13 – Tue Sep 152 nightsbook these dates →sites #036
Mon Sep 14 – Thu Sep 173 nightsbook these dates →sites #039
Tue Sep 15 – Thu Sep 172 nightsbook these dates →sites #028
Wed Sep 16 – Fri Sep 182 nightsbook these dates →sites #030
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 CRESCENT LAKE (OR) #024 & CRESCENT LAKE (OR) #025 next to each othersites #010, #018, #024, #025, #027, #031, #045, #046
Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →sites #026, #033
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 22.0 mi away (straight line).

⚡ GM Energy22.0 midirections →
⚡ Electrify America23.9 midirections →
🔌 Rivian Automotive14.2 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 27 openings at Crescent Lake Campground over the last 30 days, on 24 separate days, most of them for stays 4–19 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $27–$29/nightStandard NonelectricTent Only Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.0★★★★☆129 ratings
5★65
4★29
3★13
2★16
1★6
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T2.5/4
Verizon2.1/4
T-Mobile2.1/4
Sprint retired2.2/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Crescent Lake Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Crescent Lake Campground?

Crescent Lake Campground in Oregon takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Crescent Lake Campground?

Campsite fees at Crescent Lake Campground run about $27–$29/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Crescent Lake Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Crescent Lake Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Crescent Lake Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 27 openings at Crescent Lake Campground over the last 30 days, on 24 separate days, most of them for stays 4–19 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Crescent Lake Campground a good campground?

Crescent Lake Campground holds an average rating of 4.0/5 from 134 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Crescent Lake Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Crescent Lake Campground, AT&T rates highest at 2.5 out of 5 from 22 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Crescent Lake Campground located?

Crescent Lake Campground is located in Bend / Deschutes NF, Oregon. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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