Perry South Campground
Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Estacada, OR, OR
Price: From $10 per night
Price range: $10–$48 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (83 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Located in the high desert region of central Oregon, Perry South Campground sits on the shores of Lake Billy Chinook in the Deschutes National Forest. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the area’s scenic beauty and year-round recreational activities. Picnic areas and scenic overlooks, along with the conveniences of firewood, drinking water and vault toilets, give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a comfortable camping environment.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale
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Perry South Campground sits on the shores of Lake Billy Chinook in the Deschutes National Forest and is a popular destination for fishing and motorized boating. Google reviewers praise it as great for water sports and relaxing with well-maintained facilities including pump water, docks, and access to kayaking and paddleboarding.
Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, elk, mule deer, and coyotes present in area. Mountain bluebirds also documented.
Insider tips for Perry South Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand and high traffic Choose lower camping section for water access and dock facilities Tribal fishing permit required to fish at this location Check out Balancing Rocks Overlook hiking trail just west of campground
Skip Perry South Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You prefer hiking or mountain biking — reviewers note this is primarily a water sports destination. You want solitude — described as very secluded but very popular, essentially a boat show.
Best time to visit Perry South Campground: Year-round — Campground operates year-round per verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Monty Campground (ESTACADA, OR), Lower Bridge Campground (SISTERS, OR), Green Ridge Lookout (Sisters, OR), Candle Creek Campground (SISTERS, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Perry South Campground
Cell signal at Perry South Campground (Estacada, 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 in the high desert region of central Oregon, Perry South Campground sits on the shores of Lake Billy Chinook in the Deschutes National Forest. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the area’s scenic beauty and year-round recreational activities. Picnic areas and scenic overlooks, along with the conveniences of firewood, drinking water and vault toilets, give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a comfortable camping environment.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand and high traffic
Choose lower camping section for water access and dock facilities
Tribal fishing permit required to fish at this location
Check out Balancing Rocks Overlook hiking trail just west of campground
Campground operates year-round per verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Sisters, travel 5.6 miles northwest on Hwy 20. Continue 20.8 miles north on Forest Road 11, then 5.0 miles east on Forest Road 1170, and then 2.6 miles northwest of Forest Road 64.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- 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.
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