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
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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.
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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook 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.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Popular season for hunters; expect higher occupancy.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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- 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.
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