Crescent Lake Guard Station

Deschutes National Forest — lakeside

Location: Crescent , OR, OR

Price: From $120 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Crescent Lake Guard Station, built in the early 1930s, is a one bedroom, one bath cabin on the eastern shore of Crescent Lake, managed by the Crescent Ranger District, Deschutes National Forest.The Guard Station is approximately 670 square feet with a full kitchen, a furnished living room that includes a couch (folds out to full bed), an original buffet, a desk and a newly installed gas wood stove’s heater. The kitchen includes a fridge, stove and sink. The bedroom has a full bed, and the re

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, Restrooms, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/crescent-lake-guard-station to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1930s cabin on the eastern shore of Crescent Lake with a full kitchen and furnished living room. Google reviewers praise the beautiful lake setting, clear water, and stargazing opportunities, with an average rating of 4.5/5 from 105 reviews.

Wildlife alert: Pacific Marten, Mallard, Canada Jay, American Dipper, and Double-crested Cormorant observed within 8km

Insider tips for Crescent Lake Guard Station: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand Bring bug spray to manage mosquitoes Crescent Lake Resort is within walking distance for food, fishing supplies, and boat rentals

Skip Crescent Lake Guard Station if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You require camping outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You plan to visit during fire season and need to have campfires — fire restrictions may apply.

Best time to visit Crescent Lake Guard Station: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Crescent Lake Campground (Crescent, OR), Simax Group Camp (CRESCENT, OR), Contorta Flat Campground (CRESCENT, OR), Contorta Point Group Camp (CRESCENT, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Crescent Lake Guard Station

Cell signal at Crescent Lake Guard Station (Crescent , OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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Crescent , OR, OR★ 4.4 (12 reviews)From $120/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Crescent Lake Guard Station, built in the early 1930s, is a one bedroom, one bath cabin on the eastern shore of Crescent Lake, managed by the Crescent Ranger District, Deschutes National Forest.The Guard Station is approximately 670 square feet with a full kitchen, a furnished living room that includes a couch (folds out to full bed), an original buffet, a desk and a newly installed gas wood stove’s heater. The kitchen includes a fridge, stove and sink. The bedroom has a full bed, and the restroom has a claw foot tub, a toilet and a pedestal sink.

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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 RV22 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsFlush toilets
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Restrooms

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 — no hookups available✕ You require camping outside May through October — seasonal operations only✕ You plan to visit during fire season and need to have campfires — fire restrictions may apply

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand

Bring bug spray to manage mosquitoes

Crescent Lake Resort is within walking distance for food, fishing supplies, and boat rentals

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Pacific Marten, Mallard, Canada Jay, American Dipper, and Double-crested Cormorant observed within 8km

Location

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From Crescent, OR: Travel 12.2 miles west on County Road 61/Crescent Cut-off Road, then 3.5 miles north on Highway 58, then 2.2 miles west on Forest Road 60/OR-429 S. Once you have reached the Sno-Park, stay straight and follow signs to the Resort on Forest Road 6005 (1,000ft). Still heading towards the Resort, turn right on Forest Road 6005-100 and then left on Forest Road 6005-105. The Guard Station will be on the right side of the road towards the lake. (See vicinity map located under the "Fa

Campground entrance

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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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Crescent Lake Guard Station cost per night?+
Crescent Lake Guard Station costs $120 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Crescent Lake Guard Station open?+
Crescent Lake Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Crescent Lake Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Crescent Lake Guard Station?+
Crescent Lake Guard Station can accommodate RVs up to 22 feet.
How do I make reservations at Crescent Lake Guard Station?+
Crescent Lake Guard Station 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 Crescent Lake Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Crescent Lake Guard Station is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Crescent Lake Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Crescent Lake Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$120 /night★ 4.4 (12)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Contorta Flat Campground

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Contorta Point Group Camp

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