East Bay Campground

Fremont-Winema National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Silver Lake, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located 40 minutes south of Silver Lake, Oregon, East Bay is a desirable campground located at the base of Hager Mountain on the scenic Thompson Reservoir. Enjoy gorgeous views of the mountain and shady campsites thanks to the ponderosa pines and aspens. Eighteen spacious campsites accommodate tent and RV camping.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

East Bay offers 18 spacious tent campsites at the base of Hager Mountain on Thompson Reservoir with scenic views, shaded by ponderosa pines and aspens. The campground provides essential amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, potable water, and vault toilets at an affordable $2/night rate.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, coyotes, American beavers, bald eagles, and turkey vultures have been documented within 8km of the campground.

Insider tips for East Bay Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited sites. Paved roads access the campground and internal roads. High-clearance and 4-wheel drive vehicles recommended, especially during spring thaw. Water availability varies seasonally; verify water status before arrival.

Skip East Bay Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available at most sites.. You require USFS services — no official USFS support on-site.. You visit during off-season (November-April) — campground closed.. Reservoir water levels are low or seasonal conditions affect lake access..

Best time to visit East Bay Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. Fall — Popular season for hunters; expect higher occupancy..

Nearby campgrounds: Thompson Reservoir (Silver Lake, OR), Hager Mountain Lookout (SILVER LAKE, OR), Silver Creek Marsh (Silver Lake, OR), Fremont Point Cabin (Lakeview, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at East Bay Campground

Cell signal at East Bay Campground (Silver Lake, 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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Silver Lake, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located 40 minutes south of Silver Lake, Oregon, East Bay is a desirable campground located at the base of Hager Mountain on the scenic Thompson Reservoir. Enjoy gorgeous views of the mountain and shady campsites thanks to the ponderosa pines and aspens. Eighteen spacious campsites accommodate tent and RV camping.

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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.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 require USFS services — no official USFS support on-site.✕ You visit during off-season (November-April) — campground closed.✕ Reservoir water levels are low or seasonal conditions affect lake access.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited sites.

Paved roads access the campground and internal roads.

High-clearance and 4-wheel drive vehicles recommended, especially during spring thaw.

Water availability varies seasonally; verify water status before arrival.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Best: Fall

Popular season for hunters; expect higher occupancy.

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: Gray wolves, coyotes, American beavers, bald eagles, and turkey vultures have been documented within 8km of the campground.

Location

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Getting there →

East Bay Campground is located 30 minutes south of Silver Lake, Oregon. From Silver Lake take Oregon Highway 31 west for less than a half mile and then turn left onto County Highway 4-12 (also known as East Bay Road). County Highway 4-12 will become Forest Service (FS) Road 28. Continue on FS Road 28 and take a right on FS Road 014. East Bay Campground will be at the end of the road beside Thompson Reservoir.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does East Bay Campground cost per night?+
East Bay Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is East Bay Campground open?+
East Bay Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does East Bay Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at East Bay Campground?+
East Bay Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at East Bay Campground?+
East Bay 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 East Bay Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at East Bay Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is East Bay Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
East Bay Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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