Cinder Hill Campground

Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: La Pine, OR, OR

Price: From $27 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (187 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cinder Hill Campground sits at the edge of beautiful East Lake in the caldera of Newberry Volcano. The area is part of the Newberry National Monument in Deschutes National Forest. The area is popular for its geological significance and multitude of recreational activities, making it an ideal individual and family camping excursion.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cinder-hill-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Cinder Hill Campground sits at the edge of East Lake in the caldera of Newberry Volcano within Deschutes National Forest, offering geological significance and multiple recreational activities including boating, fishing, hiking, and biking.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Pacific Marten, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Osprey, Canada Jay, Clark's Nutcracker, Mountain Chickadee, and Northern Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Cinder Hill Campground: Half of the 106 sites are first-come, first-served Pull-through sites available but tight for larger RVs (17-foot trailer reported difficult passage) No hookups available; suitable for self-contained RVs only

Skip Cinder Hill Campground if: You need RV hookups. You're booking last-minute (federal campground - book early). You need year-round camping (seasonal May-October only).

Best time to visit Cinder Hill Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: East Lake Campground (La Pine, OR), Little Crater Campground (La Pine, OR), Newberry Group Camp Site (La Pine, OR), Chief Paulina Horse Camp (La Pine, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cinder Hill Campground

Cell signal at Cinder Hill Campground (La Pine, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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La Pine, OR, OR★ 3.7 (187 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Cinder Hill Campground sits at the edge of beautiful East Lake in the caldera of Newberry Volcano. The area is part of the Newberry National Monument in Deschutes National Forest. The area is popular for its geological significance and multitude of recreational activities, making it an ideal individual and family camping excursion.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV85 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups✕ You're booking last-minute (federal campground - book early)✕ You need year-round camping (seasonal May-October only)

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Half of the 106 sites are first-come, first-served

Pull-through sites available but tight for larger RVs (17-foot trailer reported difficult passage)

No hookups available; suitable for self-contained RVs only

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Pacific Marten, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Osprey, Canada Jay, Clark's Nutcracker, Mountain Chickadee, and Northern Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Bend, travel 23 miles south on Highway 97 to County Road 21( Paulina Lake Road). Turn onto County Road 21 and go about 17 miles east. Take Forest Road 300 north for 0.5 miles. From La Pine, go 5 miles north on Highway 97 to County Road 21(Paulina Lake Road). Take County Road 21 east about 17 miles. Take Forest Road 300 north for 0.5 miles.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Deschutes National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Deschutes National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Cinder Hill Campground cost per night?+
Cinder Hill Campground costs $27 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Cinder Hill Campground open?+
Cinder Hill Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cinder Hill Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Cinder Hill Campground?+
Cinder Hill Campground can accommodate RVs up to 85 feet.
How do I make reservations at Cinder Hill Campground?+
Cinder Hill Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Cinder Hill Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cinder Hill Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cinder Hill Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Cinder Hill Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$27 /night★ 3.7 (187)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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