Scout Lake
Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: Camp Sherman, OR, OR
Price: From $27 per night
Price range: $27–$81 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (19 reviews)
Season: May through October
Scout Lake Group Campground sits near the shores of its namesake in Deschutes National Forest. Its proximity to high alpine lakes, lush forests and towering peaks in nearby wilderness areas make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. There are 10 sites at this campground.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/scout-lake to be notified when sites open up.
Scout Lake sits on the shores of its namesake in Deschutes National Forest near high alpine lakes and wilderness areas. Campers praise it as a great family destination with excellent swimming and non-motorized water recreation opportunities.
Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, black bears, and gray wolves present in the area. Also mule deer, various bird species including warblers and sparrows, and lizards.
Insider tips for Scout Lake: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 10 sites Non-motorized watercraft only on Scout Lake; bring canoes, kayaks, or air mattresses Water is suitable for swimming according to camper reports
Skip Scout Lake if: You need RV hookups—the campground has no hookups, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May through October—seasonal closure.
Best time to visit Scout Lake: May - October — Official seasonal operations window for the campground.
Nearby campgrounds: Link Creek (SISTERS, OR), South Shore (SISTERS, OR), Blue Bay (SISTERS, OR), Riverside Campground (Deschutes National Forest, Or) (SISTERS, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Scout Lake
Cell signal at Scout Lake (Camp Sherman, OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Scout Lake Group Campground sits near the shores of its namesake in Deschutes National Forest. Its proximity to high alpine lakes, lush forests and towering peaks in nearby wilderness areas make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. There are 10 sites at this campground.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 10 sites
Non-motorized watercraft only on Scout Lake; bring canoes, kayaks, or air mattresses
Water is suitable for swimming according to camper reports
Official seasonal operations window for the campground
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Sisters, Oregon, take Highway 20/126 NW for 12 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 2070. Travel just less than a mile and turn left again onto Forest Service Road 2066 and continue to the campground entrance on the right.
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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