Newberry Group Camp Site
Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: La Pine, OR, OR
Price: From $97 per night
Price range: $97–$128 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Season: May through October
Boasting some of central Oregon’s most spectacular scenery, Newberry Group Campground is the only exclusive group site area within the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. Located along the south shore of Paulina Lake in Deschutes National Forest, this site offers a unique geological glimpse into the area’s one-of-a-kind landscape and volcanic activity. For more information about the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=66159
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/newberry-group-camp-site to be notified when sites open up.
Newberry Group Camp Site is the only exclusive group camping area within Newberry National Volcanic Monument, offering spectacular central Oregon scenery along Paulina Lake's south shore with excellent access to kayaking, SUPing, and hiking.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Coyote, Osprey, and Clark's Nutcracker present in area. Pacific Marten, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Canada Jay, Mountain Chickadee, Vagrant Shrew, and Northern Sagebrush Lizard also documented within 8km.
Insider tips for Newberry Group Camp Site: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring bug spray; campers report significant insect activity Site is located on the popular 7-mile Paulina Lake loop trail — expect hiker foot traffic
Skip Newberry Group Camp Site if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer smaller, less-trafficked camping areas — hikers frequently pass through the group site.
Best time to visit Newberry Group Camp Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Chief Paulina Horse Camp (La Pine, OR), Little Crater Campground (La Pine, OR), Paulina Lake Campground (La Pine, OR), East Lake Campground (La Pine, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Newberry Group Camp Site
Cell signal at Newberry Group Camp Site (La Pine, 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.
Boasting some of central Oregon’s most spectacular scenery, Newberry Group Campground is the only exclusive group site area within the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. Located along the south shore of Paulina Lake in Deschutes National Forest, this site offers a unique geological glimpse into the area’s one-of-a-kind landscape and volcanic activity. For more information about the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=66159 For facility specific information, please call (541) 323-1746.Three separate group sites offer visitors opportunities for both lakeside and forest camping.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Bring bug spray; campers report significant insect activity
Site is located on the popular 7-mile Paulina Lake loop trail
expect hiker foot traffic
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Bend, travel 23.5 miles south on Hwy 97, then 13.9 miles east on County Road 21 (Paulina Lake Road). From Lapine travel north on Hwy 97 for 5 miles to Road 21 (Paulina Lake Road). Take Road 21 east for 15 miles.
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- 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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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