Farewell Bend Campground

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest — lakeside

Location: Prospect, OR, OR

Price: From $22 per night

Price range: $22–$44 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (176 reviews)

Season: May through October

Farewell Bend Campground was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corp. The campground is located 18 miles west of Crater Lake National Park and in the midst of an old growth forest. There are 60 campsites that can accommodate trailers, rvs and tents.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Firewood for Sale

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

Historic 1934 CCC campground situated in old growth forest 18 miles west of Crater Lake National Park with riverside access to the Rogue River for fishing and swimming. Google reviewers praise waterfront campsites (#18 noted as exceptional) and commend the campground host for exceptional service.

Wildlife alert: American Mink, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Mule Deer, Yellow-pine Chipmunk, Douglas Squirrel, American Dipper, Steller's Jay, Dark-eyed Junco, Western Tanager

Insider tips for Farewell Bend Campground: Riverfront sites like #18 offer premium experience with river sounds Campground host can assist with site selection upgrades Union Creek Resort within 1 mile provides convenience store, restaurant, and ice cream

Skip Farewell Bend Campground if: Need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. Visiting outside May-October seasonal window. Prefer spontaneous camping - federal campground requires early booking.

Best time to visit Farewell Bend Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Union Creek Campground - Rogue River (Prospect, OR), Jim Creek Group Campground (Butte Falls, OR), Umpqua Off-Season Campgrounds (Roseburg, OR), Mazama Campground — Crater Lake National Park (Crater Lake, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Farewell Bend Campground

Cell signal at Farewell Bend Campground (Prospect, 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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Prospect, OR, OR★ 4.4 (176 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Farewell Bend Campground was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corp. The campground is located 18 miles west of Crater Lake National Park and in the midst of an old growth forest. There are 60 campsites that can accommodate trailers, rvs and tents.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFirewood for Sale

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:✕ Need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites✕ Visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ Prefer spontaneous camping - federal campground requires early booking

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Riverfront sites like #18 offer premium experience with river sounds

Campground host can assist with site selection upgrades

Union Creek Resort within 1 mile provides convenience store, restaurant, and ice cream

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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: American Mink, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Mule Deer, Yellow-pine Chipmunk, Douglas Squirrel, American Dipper, Steller's Jay, Dark-eyed Junco, Western Tanager

Location

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541-560-3900· Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
Getting there →

From Medford, OR, take OR-62 (Crater Lake Hwy) about 12 miles past Prospect to Farewell Bend Campground. From Klamath Falls, travel north on US 97 to OR-62 (Crater Lake Hwy). Travel west about 15 miles past Crater Lake National Park to Farewell Bend Campground, at the intersection of OR-62 and OR-230.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Farewell Bend Campground cost per night?+
Farewell Bend Campground costs $22–$44 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Farewell Bend Campground open?+
Farewell Bend Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Farewell Bend Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Farewell Bend Campground?+
Farewell Bend Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Farewell Bend Campground?+
Farewell Bend 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 Farewell Bend Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Farewell Bend Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Farewell Bend Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Farewell Bend 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
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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
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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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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$22 /night★ 4.4 (176)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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