West South Twin Campground
Deschutes National Forest — lakeside
Location: BEND, OR, OR
Price: From $25 per night
Price range: $25–$27 per night
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 (32 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located on the shore of Wickiup Reservoir in Deschutes National Forest, West South Twin Campground offers visitors easy access to an abundance of recreational activities along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway. Located between South Twin Lake and the Wickiup Reservoir, West South Twin Campground has easy access to both lakes. Campsites can accomodate tent, trailer and RV camping.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Boat Launch
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Located on Wickiup Reservoir in Deschutes National Forest with access to hiking, boating, fishing, and swimming. One long-time camper reports returning for 60 summers and enjoying daily routines of fishing, swimming, and family time.
Wildlife alert: Sierra Nevada Red Fox, Coyote, Elk, American Black Bear, Osprey, Western Tanager, and Hooded Merganser documented in the area
Insider tips for West South Twin Campground: Book early as a federal campground with limited 23 sites Bring your own water and supplies as there are no hookups An active host is on-site to assist campers
Skip West South Twin Campground if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You need shower facilities - not available at this campground. You visit during summer months expecting full reservoir - the reservoir empties significantly and becomes more like a river during summer.
Best time to visit West South Twin Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Gull Point Campground (BEND, OR), North Twin Lake Campground (BEND, OR), Sheep Bridge (BEND, OR), Reservoir Campground (BEND, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at West South Twin Campground
Cell signal at West South Twin Campground (BEND, OR): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 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.
Located on the shore of Wickiup Reservoir in Deschutes National Forest, West South Twin Campground offers visitors easy access to an abundance of recreational activities along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway. Located between South Twin Lake and the Wickiup Reservoir, West South Twin Campground has easy access to both lakes. Campsites can accomodate tent, trailer and RV camping.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as a federal campground with limited 23 sites
Bring your own water and supplies as there are no hookups
An active host is on-site to assist campers
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Bend, travel 26.8 miles south on Hwy 97 to Wickiup Junction, then 11.0 miles west on County Road 43, then continue 4.6 miles west on Forest Road 42, and finally 2.0 miles south on Forest Road 4260.
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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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