Delintment Lake Campground

Malheur National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Hines, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Delintment Lake Campground provides a wide variety of recreation facilities and activities for the whole family. The campground has 29 campsites, a group camping area, a natural non-motorized boat launch, beach area, fishing pier, and 12 picnic sites. Hike the trail along the banks or fish from the dam or pier.

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

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

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

Delintment Lake Campground offers a well-maintained, clean retreat with a variety of recreation activities including fishing, swimming, and biking around the scenic lake. Google reviewers consistently praise its quiet atmosphere and pristine conditions, especially during off-season visits.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Coyotes, American Badgers, and various snake species (Valley Garter Snake, Western Skink) inhabit the area within 8km.

Insider tips for Delintment Lake Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with limited sites (29 total). Visit during Labor Day week or later for maximum solitude and privacy. Paved road access from Burns, OR makes it accessible for most vehicles.

Skip Delintment Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites.. You plan to visit November through April—campground is seasonal (May-October only).. You prefer motorized water activities—only non-motorized boat launch available..

Best time to visit Delintment Lake Campground: September-October — Off-season timing offers more privacy and potentially cleaner lake conditions after summer use.. May-June — Early season provides access during opening period with fewer crowds than peak summer..

Nearby campgrounds: Tip Top Campground (Hines, OR), Buck Spring Campground (Hines, OR), Falls Campground (Malheur National Forest) (Hines, OR), Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin (John Day , OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Delintment Lake Campground

Cell signal at Delintment Lake Campground (Hines, 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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Delintment Lake Campground provides a wide variety of recreation facilities and activities for the whole family. The campground has 29 campsites, a group camping area, a natural non-motorized boat launch, beach area, fishing pier, and 12 picnic sites. Hike the trail along the banks or fish from the dam or pier.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 at most sites.✕ You plan to visit November through April—campground is seasonal (May-October only).✕ You prefer motorized water activities—only non-motorized boat launch available.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited sites (29 total).

Visit during Labor Day week or later for maximum solitude and privacy.

Paved road access from Burns, OR makes it accessible for most vehicles.

Best: September-October

Off-season timing offers more privacy and potentially cleaner lake conditions after summer use.

Best: May-June

Early season provides access during opening period with fewer crowds than peak summer.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: Bald Eagles, Coyotes, American Badgers, and various snake species (Valley Garter Snake, Western Skink) inhabit the area within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From Burns, OR., travel west on US Highway 20 to the junction with the Burns-Izee Road 127. Continue on the Burns-Izee Road approximately 11 miles to the junction with Forest Road 41. Follow Forest Road 41 approximately 31 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Malheur National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Malheur National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Delintment Lake Campground cost per night?+
Delintment Lake Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Delintment Lake Campground open?+
Delintment Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Delintment Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Delintment Lake Campground?+
Delintment Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Delintment Lake Campground?+
Delintment 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 Delintment Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Delintment Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Delintment Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Delintment Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Malheur National ForestHarney County Chamber of CommerceLeave No Trace OrganizationBurns District BLM
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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
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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
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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
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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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