Simax Group Camp

Deschutes National Forest — lakeside

Location: CRESCENT, OR, OR

Price: From $64 per night

Price range: $64–$164 per night

Rating: 3.3 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

Simax Group Campground is located on the northeast end of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest, offering visitors some of the most beautiful scenery in central Oregon and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities. Designed as a fully accessible campground, the four group sites and large picnic pavilion provide all visitors with ample opportunities to explore the area’s diverse lush forest and spectacular surroundings.Four separate group sites offer visitors opportunities for b

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, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water

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

Simax Group Camp offers stunning scenery on the northeast end of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest with clear water and a fully accessible campground design. Campers consistently praise it as one of Oregon's most beautiful lakes, with a 4.8/5 rating across 8 Google reviews.

Wildlife alert: Pacific Marten, Douglas' Squirrel, Mallard, Common Merganser, Double-crested Cormorant, and Spotted Sandpiper documented in the area. Mosquitos present in camp.

Insider tips for Simax Group Camp: Wear water shoes to protect feet from pumice beach Group site B accommodates more tents than trailers if you have a mixed group Book early — this is a popular federal campground

Skip Simax Group Camp if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require multiple bathrooms — single bathroom per group site. You need ample RV parking — minimal parking space for RVs noted by campers.

Best time to visit Simax Group Camp: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Crescent Lake Guard Station (Crescent , OR), Contorta Flat Campground (CRESCENT, OR), Contorta Point Group Camp (CRESCENT, OR), Spring (CRESCENT, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Simax Group Camp

Cell signal at Simax Group Camp (CRESCENT, OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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CRESCENT, OR, OR★ 3.3 (10 reviews)From $64/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Simax Group Campground is located on the northeast end of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest, offering visitors some of the most beautiful scenery in central Oregon and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities. Designed as a fully accessible campground, the four group sites and large picnic pavilion provide all visitors with ample opportunities to explore the area’s diverse lush forest and spectacular surroundings.Four separate group sites offer visitors opportunities for both lakeside and forest camping. Picnic areas, sandy beaches and stunning views of the lake, along with the conveniences of drinking water and flush toilets, give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while still having many of the conveniences of home.

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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
Hookups1 electric sites
ADA sites4 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

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:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You require multiple bathrooms — single bathroom per group site✕ You need ample RV parking — minimal parking space for RVs noted by campers

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Wear water shoes to protect feet from pumice beach

Group site B accommodates more tents than trailers if you have a mixed group

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Pacific Marten, Douglas' Squirrel, Mallard, Common Merganser, Double-crested Cormorant, and Spotted Sandpiper documented in the area. Mosquitos present in camp.

Location

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541-323-1746· Deschutes National Forest
Getting there →

From Highway 58, turn south at Crescent Lake Junction on Forest Service Road 60. Travel 2.2 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 6005. Continue a mile south, following signs.

Campground entrance

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Community

#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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Simax Group Camp cost per night?+
Simax Group Camp costs $64–$164 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Simax Group Camp open?+
Simax Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Simax Group Camp have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Simax Group Camp?+
Simax Group Camp can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Simax Group Camp?+
Simax Group Camp 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 Simax Group Camp?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Simax Group Camp is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Simax Group Camp open, and what are check-in times?+
Simax Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
api.inaturalist.org
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
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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$64 /night★ 3.3 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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