Point Campground - Deschutes

Deschutes National Forest — lakeside

Location: BEND, OR, OR

Price: From $23 per night

Price range: $23–$46 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (16 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located next to Elk Lake, Point Campground provides access to fishing, boating and swimming. Elk Lake offers visitor’s views of Mt. Bachelor and South Sister from various points around the shoreline.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Boat Launch

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

Point Campground sits directly on Elk Lake with crystal clear water perfect for swimming, fishing, boating and windsurfing. Google reviewers praised the picturesque setting and beautiful views from most sites.

Wildlife alert: Sierra Nevada Red Fox, Pacific Marten, American Pika, Canada Jay, and Northwestern Ringneck Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Point Campground - Deschutes: Book early — this is a federal campground and fills up quickly. Only select sites have electric hookups; confirm your site type when reserving. Expect some road noise from County Road 46, but traffic is light.

Skip Point Campground - Deschutes if: You need water or sewer hookups — only electric hookups available on select sites.. You prefer late fall or winter camping — seasonal closure after October.. You want a large campground — only 9 sites total..

Best time to visit Point Campground - Deschutes: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Little Fawn Campground (BEND, OR), Elk Lake Campground (BEND, OR), South Campground - Hosmer Lake (Or) (BEND, OR), Quinn Meadow Horse Camp (BEND, OR).