Deschutes National Forest
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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. 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. Lake Billy Chinook is the highlight of the area.
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4 campsite(s) held
Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.
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. The campground has a boat ramp, and dock space is available by reservation.
Lake Billy Chinook is the highlight of the area. The lake, created by Round Butte Dam, fills the canyons of the Crooked, Metolius and Deschutes Rivers. Within these three large arms is 72 miles of shoreline, supporting fish habitats for bass, trout, salmon, whitefish, suckers, minnows and dace. Rugged hills and a diverse evergreen forest surround the lake, providing homes for mammals such as mule deer, coyote, black-tailed jackrabbit and cougars.
Fishing and motorized boating top the list of recreational activities for visitors. Hikers should be sure to check out nearby Balancing Rocks Overlook, just west of Perry South Campground. Water enthusiasts of all types will enjoy the opportunities available. Motorized and non-motorized boats share the vicinity with swimmers and water skiers braving the cold, clear waters of Lake Billy Chinook. The day use are is a parking fee area; daily parking passes are $5. PGE also honors the NW Forest Pass and the America the Beautiful Passes. Boat slips are reservable with your campsite reservation.
Visitors may want to explore the Tam-a-lau Trail, a scenic hike that starts on a peninsula at the confluence of the Crooked River and the Deschutes River in Cove Palisades State Park. Under the designation of a Wild and Scenic River, nearby Metolius River is nestled in a forested valley west of Mt. Jefferson. Its clear, cold and constant waters support flyfishing and whitewater boating. Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits.
Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.
A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.
Tent Only
15 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
20 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Hike-To
15 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
30 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
25 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
30 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Tent Only
20 ft
vehicle
12
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
25 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
30 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
35 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
40 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
Double Site
30 ft
vehicle
12
people
Yes
shade
Tent Only
15 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
20 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
0 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
45 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
20 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
15 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
30 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
45 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
LOWE
30 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
UPPE
50 ft
vehicle
6
people
Yes
shade
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