Best Camping in and near Smith Rock State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Smith Rock adventure.

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Smith Rock and the Crooked River from the Top of Misery Ridge Trail

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Bivouac Campground

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Wits End RV Camp

2 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Redmond, OR

Welcome to our spacious RV camp spot in Redmond, OR, conveniently situated just 5 minutes from town and a mere 10 minutes from the renowned Smith Rock. Whether you prefer solitude or are joining a sizable group of RVs, our site accommodates your needs.

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deer acres

3 sites · RVs5 acres · Redmond, OR

We are located only 2 miles from the lower Deschutes river, fly and spin fishing are allowed ,also swimming and rafting. Rock climbing is just 5.1 miles away at Smith Rock. We have two R.V. spots on 5 acres with full hook up electric, water, and septic. We provide fire pit BBQ, picnic table on grass lawn. NOTE: fire pit use is guided by city or state regulations.

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Camp Blakeley

3 sites · RVs1 acre · Redmond, OR

Centrally located to Central Oregon's favorite destinations and attractions, our campsite offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity. Situated on a privately owned 4-acre homestead, you'll enjoy proximity to grocery stores, gas stations, and retail outlets, all while surrounded by the tranquility of nature. Campsite Features: Campsite 1: Offers a 50 amp electric hookup and a shared water source. (Please note: No bathroom or showers provided.) Campsite 2: Features a deck with a BBQ and a shared water source. (Again, no bathroom or showers provided.) Both campsites boast a shaded grassy area adorned with old-growth trees, providing a peaceful retreat. Additionally, Campsite 2 includes a deck where you can bask in the sunshine while grilling up a delicious meal on the gas BBQ. As evening falls, gather around the small fire pit under the stars, surrounded by comfortable seating. Bring along some friends and experience all that Central Oregon has to offer. Nearby attractions include: Grocery stores, gas stations, and retail outlets just 5 minutes away Smith Rock State Park a mere 10-minute drive RDM Airport accessible in 11 minutes Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center a short 12-minute drive Bend, Oregon, a vibrant city, reachable in just 28 minutes Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the wonders of Central Oregon while enjoying the comforts of our serene campsite. Book your stay today and embark on an unforgettable adventure!

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Smith Rock Book Farm Camp

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Terrebonne, OR

Rest and relax on our beautiful slice of heaven just minutes from Smith Rock State Park; it’s a 15 minute walk ! We are building on the property and there may be some construction noise during the day, but the nights will be beautiful and peaceful. There is water, a toilet, and 120 electricity available. Warm showers are available at the park. BYOB (bring your own bedding) and camp in style in our quiet, private (and quite romantic!) 10x12 safari tent. Furnished with a comfortable new futon, end tables and a classy rug for comfort. It sleeps two very comfortably. The full size futon easily lifts into a lounger, perfect for reading. Tie the tent doors open during good weather and relax as you watch the wildlife in the field and the sun move over Smith Rock. Kick back next to a little gas fire pit on the tent platform as you watch the sunset over the Cascade mountains. DONT USE GOOGLE MAPS ! Pull into a large gravel driveway/parking spot by turning north off of NE Wilcox, just after some S-turns if you are driving east from Smith Rock State Park. It is easier to pull off NE Wilcox than approach the property from the actual address; typing the address into Google maps and following those directions is not the best way to get to the tent. The entrance off of NE Wilcox is marked by two large, big rock cairns with a wood signs and metal “3648” numbers. There are two pictures on this site of the best entrance off of NE Wilcox. When you pull in, you will see a farm shed then the tent on the right, and the pond with windmill on the left. Park you car and relax ! The tent sleeps 2 people…perfect for car campers who want a clean and roomy tent space. Vans and RVs are welcome too. *RVs, be aware the gravel drive is pretty narrow as it goes over the irrigation ditch. Small RVs will be just fine. Medium or large RVs won’t fit! Walk a sculpted gravel path up a little hill to the sparkling clean (and rarely used) PortaPotty. This is professionally serviced weekly. We are turning this land into a farm, and will periodically be out there during the day digging a pond (this winter’s activity), figuring out irrigation, and generally working (when we are not climbing). If we see you we’ll be sure to say hello! Feel free to roam around on our acres of juniper woodland all around the tent site. You’ll find quail, many other small birds and see geese flying by. Early mornings and dusk are a great time to watch the deer in the field and you may have the great luck of spotting a wild turkey or two!. At night you may hear coyotes singing, the neighbor’s cows mooing and various small mammals running around. We’re told there are no rattlesnakes in the neighborhood (yea!), but you may see a non-poisonous bull or Gardner snake in the field. We even have a family of marmots living at the far end of the property. Look for them in the big rock piles April- September in the early hours. Marmots hibernate all winter. *Keep all food in tightly closed containers and please don’t leave food in the tent during the day (your car is the best place for that). Pack your trash out. This is a Residential neighborhood and voices really carry tot he neighbor’s house; so please, no raves and quiet time after 9ish. Respect the property boundaries.

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Big Rock Ranch

2 sites · Lodging30 acres · Terrebonne, OR

Nathaniel and Raina Potter purchased this 30-acre ranch in 2016 and aptly named it "Big Rock Ranch." The modest ranch layout with the wildly immodest views of a giant rock outcropping jutting out of coyote butte was the immediate draw and continual wonder to Nathaniel, Raina, and all who visit. Big Rock Ranch runs cattle in the irrigated pastures and raises sheep and chickens for meat and eggs.Stay at Big Rock Ranch...Stay in a 12x14 ft canvas tent on a working regenerative family farm in the high desert. Enjoy views of a 300+ ft Tuff rock formation, Cascade Mountains, and irrigated pasture views all from the tent. Cook your own meals in the outdoor kitchen, outfitted with propane burners and a sink. Eat meals from the tent deck or the picnic table under native junipers surrounded by sagebrush, bitterbrush, and native grasses and tuff boulders. Collect farm fresh eggs and greens seasonally with the opportunity to enjoy meat raised at the ranch. One queen bed in a canvas tent, one folding cot, and access to a 2-person tent if needed to accommodate a family or two couples. Bedding is NOT supplied beyond the queen bed. Recreation Activities: Limited hiking available onsite but only 8 minutes from Smith Rock State Park for hiking and climbing. Only 25 minutes from Lake Billy Chinook for water recreating. Just 15 minutes from mountain biking at Skull Hollow. A 10-minute drive to swimming in the Deschutes River at Borden Beck Wildlife Preserve. Bend and Sisters are both 30-minutes away. Night rates are offerings to our family and ranch.

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Camp Smith Rock Overlook

1 site · RV1 acre · Terrebonne, OR

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Camp Corgi

2 sites · RVs1 acre · Terrebonne, OR

Cozy and quiet small farm campsite in the country just minutes from Smith Rock, Crooked River Ranch and the town of Redmond. Fifteen minutes to Haystack Reservoir, 30 to Bend, 45 to Lake Billy Chinook, Prineville Reservoir, Mt Bachelor and Hoodo Ski Area. Large gravel driveway with two RV hookups. Water, RV power outlets and Wi-Fi. No septic. Great hiking and horse trails within a few miles. Great sunset view of Mt Jefferson and peekaboo of Smith Rock. Horses, goats, chickens on property (no crowing roosters!)

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Pacific Star Ranch LLC.

5 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Redmond, OR

4 RV spots with full hookup's we also provide dry camp and tent sites for availability please call (530) 570-2114) Come be our guest at our 20 acre private gated horse and hay ranch with beautiful Mountain View’s amazing sunrises and sunsets! Safe & Private with gated code entry, Picnic tables with large lawn area & barbecue. Restroom with shower (to be completed by end of April 2024🤠 Just around the corner from Deshutes River for swimming, rafting and fishing, golfing at Eagle Crest Resort beautiful lakes nearby Endless hiking, biking, and horse back trails, waterfalls, skiing and snow sports Close to downtown Redmond shopping, restaurants, taprooms, brewery’s, wine tasting.. 20 minutes to Bend, Tumalo, Sisters, Madras, Prineville, and Terrebonne

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Cray Cray Farm

1 site · RV7 acres · Bend, OR

Our farm is a 7 acre farm just outside city limits in Bend, Oregon. We raise chickens and goats year round, with other animals during the summer. We have a canal on three sides of our property, so you can hear running water as if you were camping on the river. There is a beautiful view of the mountains from your spot and you are less than 15 minutes away from Downtown Bend. There are so many amazing things to do in Central Oregon that are less an hour away including hiking, mountain biking, floating the river, and much more.

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Nell’s Farm

1 site · RV3 acres · Terrebonne, OR

This camp site is best suited for self contained RV or Overland setup, Camper Van etc. I do have a porta potty. Tent campers are welcome, but its dusty dirt at the moment until I can set the grass seeded. With that being said, this is a Great location for climbers, guests to set up camp. I offer great view, water via water hose to top off your RV or personal containers, or cold shower. Only 4 miles to Smith rock, 2 miles to the town of Terrebonne and 5 miles to Redmond. I recently purchased the land last summer and the views are AMAZING. Its also a work in progress. Its not the Hilton, but it is a great place. I realize Skull Hollow is very cool, and a great price, but they don't have any water down there or reservations which makes things difficult during the climbing and camping season. Also, no matter where you end up, make sure to lock up your things before you leave your campsite, we have an increasing problem with theft in central Oregon. I offer convenient location, safe place to camp with a gate that locks a great view. No matter where you end up, Safe Travels, enjoy, and be Safe! -Janelle

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Horse Ranch on the Rim

3 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Culver, OR

Come enjoy the scenic views. They are breathtaking. Room to set up camp and go for a hike. Owners live on the property and can assist you in finding the perfect spot for your family. Horses all around. Pets welcomed on leash. Smith Rock only 10 minutes away. Cove Palisades State Park is only 9 miles away.

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Harmony Farm Sanctuary

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Bend, OR

Absolutely breathtaking mountain views from the tiny house and all over the property. Located on an active farm sanctuary. You will wake up to the sights, sounds and smells of our rescued farm animal friends. Learn more about this land: Tiny house with stunning mountain views located on a farm animal sanctuary, Harmony Farm Sanctuary. You will wake up in the morning to the sound of roosters crowing and our crew of friendly animal residents. It can be noisy at times but we find it delightful! The tiny house has huge, direct views of the Three Sisters mountains and Broken Top and plenty of outdoor sitting space to enjoy it and a little propane fire pit to enjoy the sunsets. The tiny house offers an amazing "glamping" experience and a unique opportunity to learn more about what we do at our animal sanctuary and even take a tour! The Space: Our hand made tiny house offers a double sized mattress (bedding included) in the upstairs area (access via an attached ladder!). Room for an additional person across from double bed also in upstairs area or put provided mat on the floor. Please note: the space is small for 3 people. We also offer a two person cot tent we can set up for you outside the tiny house during the summer only. The Kitchen: Tiny house kitchen area has a small refrigerator, small counter space for meal prep, a tea kettle for hot water, water jug for fresh water, french press coffee pot and coffee/tea, hot plate for cooking, popcorn maker and popcorn, pots and pans, silverware, napkins, bottle openers, etc. The Facilities: The tiny house offers a composting toilet for night time pee pee needs and offers a port-a-potty for all other uses please! Outdoor shower offered in summer only and must be requested! It is solar heated so we must have warm temps in order to have a warm shower! No showers offered the rest of the year but you can drive to the Village Green Park in Sisters and pay using coins to use their showers. The Location: Aside from the farm sanctuary we are conveniently located between beautiful Bend, Oregon and Sisters, Oregon. We have hiking and biking trails within .3 of a mile! We also have books to recommend 100's of other hiking, biking, nordic skiing and alpine skiing nearby! And, since we are outdoor enthusiasts ourselves, we are happy to recommend places to ski, hike, mountain bike, float or paddle!

The best camping near Smith Rock State Park guide

Overview

About

Just outside of the Central Oregon city of Bend, Smith Rock is considered the birthplace of sport climbing (rock climbing that uses permanently installed anchors), and has attracted climbers to its crags for decades. While climbers make up a large percentage of the campers here, Smith Rock offers plenty for those who prefer to keep their feet on solid ground, with miles of trails for hiking, biking, trail running, and horseback riding. It’s also a great place for wildlife viewing, and it’s common to spot prairie falcons and even bald eagles in this high desert state park. Bivouac Campground, nicknamed “The Bivy,” is popular with climbers who want easy access to the rock at the crack of dawn.

Tips for snagging a campsite

This campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s a good idea to arrive right at 4pm, when check-in starts.
Avoid weekends for the best chance at a site. While the campground is pretty spacious, it can fill up on weekends and major holidays.
There’s more room to camp than there are parking spots at Bivouac, so if you’re in a group, limit how many cars you bring.
Make sure to secure a parking spot before you pay for your camping pass, as parking spaces are limited and refunds aren’t available.

When to go

While Smith Rock State Park is a year-round destination, the camping area is only open from early spring through late autumn (annual dates vary depending on weather). The best time to visit is in the spring or fall, as summers here can get particularly hot for activities such as hiking and climbing. The campground tends to fill up to capacity on weekends.

Know before you go

Groceries and supplies are available in the town of Terrebonne, about a five-minute drive from Smith Rock.
RVs and vehicles longer than 20 feet are not allowed at the campground, and you aren’t allowed to sleep inside your vehicle.
Campfires, smoking, and barbecues are prohibited, and propane and gas stoves can only be used in a cooking area next to the parking lot.
The campground offers free showers and a phone charging station to overnight guests.
Some popular climbing routes are closed from mid-January through the end of July to protect nesting raptors. Drones are prohibited in the park for the same reason.