Contorta Point Group Camp
Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: CRESCENT, OR, OR
Price: From $164 per night
Rating: 3 out of 5 (1 reviews)
Season: May through October
Contorta Point Group Campground is located on the south shore of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest. It offers visitors the opportunity to experience scenic beauty and recreational activities throughout the Cascades region.Crescent Lake is a prime location for boating, fishing and swimming. The Summit Lake Trail is popular among hikers and mountain bikers, offering excellent views of Diamond Peak across Crescent Lake.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Contorta Point Group Camp offers scenic beauty on the south shore of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest with excellent recreation including boating, fishing, hiking, and biking. Google reviews consistently praise it as a very private, hidden gem with stunning views and campsites close to the shore.
Wildlife alert: Black bears present in area. Also expect Pacific Martens, Bald Eagles, Western Tanagers, and garter snakes within 8km radius.
Insider tips for Contorta Point Group Camp: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand. The beach has unusual pumice 'sand' instead of traditional sand, creating a unique camping experience. Vault toilets are well-maintained but there are no shower facilities. No hookups available — suitable only for self-contained RVs or tent camping.
Skip Contorta Point Group Camp if: You need RV hookups — no hookups at this campground.. You require shower facilities — only vault toilets available.. You prefer camping outside May-October — seasonal operations only..
Best time to visit Contorta Point Group Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Spring (CRESCENT, OR), Contorta Flat Campground (CRESCENT, OR), Windy Group Camp (CRESCENT, OR), Whitefish Horse Camp (CRESCENT, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Contorta Point Group Camp
Cell signal at Contorta Point Group Camp (CRESCENT, OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Contorta Point Group Campground is located on the south shore of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest. It offers visitors the opportunity to experience scenic beauty and recreational activities throughout the Cascades region.Crescent Lake is a prime location for boating, fishing and swimming. The Summit Lake Trail is popular among hikers and mountain bikers, offering excellent views of Diamond Peak across Crescent Lake.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand.
The beach has unusual pumice 'sand' instead of traditional sand, creating a unique camping experience.
Vault toilets are well-maintained but there are no shower facilities.
No hookups available
suitable only for self-contained RVs or tent camping.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Highway 58 at Crescent Lake Junction, follow Forest Road 60 for 9.3 miles around Crescent Lake. Travel 1 mile west on Forest Road 280 to the campground entrance gate.
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- 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.
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