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Mallard Marsh Campground is located along the reed-lined shores of Hosmer Lake a popular destination for fly-fishing, paddling and birding. Recreation Nearby Hosmer Lake offers opportunities for fly fishing and boating as well as spectacular views. There are also trails and other opportunities for hiking and horseback riding nearby. Facilities This facility has vault toilets and each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit with grill. Please note campers will need to bring their own water supply. Natural Features At the north end of Hosmer Lake, water drains into a porous rim of lava. Hosmer is a “fly fishing only” lake well known for its breath taking views of Mt. Bachelor, South Sisters, Broken Top as well as wildlife viewing and the big Atlantic salmon, brook trout and rainbows that are quite visible in this shallow clear lake. The best way to experience this lake is by canoe or kayak as shore access is limited due to marshy vegetation. Nearby Attractions Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which climbs 66-miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes. ADA Access: N
From Bend, travel 35.5 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46), then 1.3 miles east on Forest Road 4625. South Campground will come up on the right side first and then Mallard Marsh.
Usually quite, large spaces and roads in so it doesn't scratch up our trailer, some of the best Canoeing/Kayaking/Paddle Boarding in Oregon!
We had a wonderful time at the campground we stayed at camp number 14 which was right by the camp host. Most campers are in trailers not tents. Camp 14 is close to a boat dock. Must go to boat dock at night to see stars. It is amazing. There is a toilet to accommodate.
Brought our tent trailer. No hookups here (we knew that beforehand) BUT ALSO NO WATER here in the whole campground. You have to go to Elk Lake to get water.
We camped and brought kayaks. That is the principal thing to do here, besides just relax and rest. VERY quiet.
We reserved beforehand, and most campsites have RESERVED placards, but the campground was typically 50% empty while we were here.
