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Cultus Lake Campground

Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: BEND, OR, OR

Price: From $21 per night

Price range: $21–$22.83 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (101 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cultus Lake is one of the few lakes along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway that allows high speed motorized water craft. Cultus Lake Campground offers opportunities for waterskiing, windsurfing, swimming, sailing and jet skiing, as well as, access to trails leading into the Three Sisters Wilderness. Cultus Lake Campground offers visitors 55 campsites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs under 30 feet.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Cultus Lake offers exceptional water recreation including waterskiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, and swimming on a pristine blue lake with excellent visibility. The campground also provides access to trails into the Three Sisters Wilderness and boasts a 4.6/5 rating from 52 Google reviews.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, Sierra Nevada red foxes, and American black bears present in the area. Also bald eagles, ospreys, and valley garter snakes.

Insider tips for Cultus Lake Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Bring a boat or plan water activities; the lake allows high-speed motorized craft Stay at the west side boat-in campground for a more secluded experience

Skip Cultus Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups—none available at most sites. You're sensitive to mosquitoes—they're reported as heavy in certain seasons. You seek a quiet experience—review mentions loud groups and music during peak times.

Best time to visit Cultus Lake Campground: July-September — Peak season within May-October operating window; avoids mosquito issues reported in early season and shoulder months.

Nearby campgrounds: Cultus Lake Boat In - Little Cove Campground (Bend, OR), Cultus Lake Boat In - Big Cove Campground (Bend, OR), Cultus Corral Horse Camp (BEND, OR), Cultus Lake Boat In - West Campground (Bend, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cultus Lake Campground

Cell signal at Cultus Lake Campground (BEND, 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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    BEND, OR, OR★ 4.2 (101 reviews)From $21/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Cultus Lake is one of the few lakes along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway that allows high speed motorized water craft. Cultus Lake Campground offers opportunities for waterskiing, windsurfing, swimming, sailing and jet skiing, as well as, access to trails leading into the Three Sisters Wilderness. Cultus Lake Campground offers visitors 55 campsites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs under 30 feet.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV40 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesBoat Launch
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    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—none available at most sites✕ You're sensitive to mosquitoes—they're reported as heavy in certain seasons✕ You seek a quiet experience—review mentions loud groups and music during peak times

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground

    Bring a boat or plan water activities; the lake allows high-speed motorized craft

    Stay at the west side boat-in campground for a more secluded experience

    Best: July-September

    Peak season within May-October operating window; avoids mosquito issues reported in early season and shoulder months

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    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: Gray wolves, Sierra Nevada red foxes, and American black bears present in the area. Also bald eagles, ospreys, and valley garter snakes.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    541-323-1746· Deschutes National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Bend, OR: Travel 46 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46), then west on Forest Road 4635 for 2 miles.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

    Community

    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Cultus Lake Campground cost per night?+
    Cultus Lake Campground costs $21–$22.83 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Cultus Lake Campground open?+
    Cultus Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Cultus Lake Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Cultus Lake Campground?+
    Cultus Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Cultus Lake Campground?+
    Cultus Lake 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 Cultus Lake Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cultus Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Cultus Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Cultus Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $21 /night★ 4.2 (101)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Cultus Lake Boat In - Little Cove Campground

    Bend, OR

    From $22/night

    Cultus Lake Boat In - Big Cove Campground

    Bend, OR

    From $22/night

    Cultus Corral Horse Camp

    BEND, OR

    From $23/night

    Cultus Lake Boat In - West Campground

    Bend, OR

    From $22/night

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