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Located next to Elk Lake, Point Campground provides access to fishing, boating and swimming. Recreation Elk Lake allows both motorized and non-motorized boating which provides the opportunity for swimming, fishing, windsurfing and water skiing. Facilities Point Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers, however, electric hookups are not available. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has drinking water and vault toilets available. This campground also features a boat ramp to provide access to Elk Lake. Natural Features Elk Lake offers visitor's views of Mt. Bachelor and South Sister from various points around the shoreline. Wetlands, diverse forests and rocky slopes near the campground provide habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear. Nearby Attractions Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately hundred of miles of trail. Newberry National Volcanic Monument, approxiately 45 minutes by vehicle, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Visitors can explore Lava River Cave, the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Bywaywhich climbs 66 miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes. ADA Access: N
From Bend, OR: Travel about 34 miles west on County Road 46 (Cascade Lakes Hwy).
It's a nice and simple campground. Enough space to spread and breathe a little. The camp host was super nice and welcoming. I haven't had any complaints so far with Elk lake in general except for the masses of people at the resort in the summer :)
Small, but picturesque campground, right on Elk Lake. Beautiful view from most sites. Quiet, except for the road noise.fortunately the road isn't horribly busy. Vault toilet isn't too bad.
It was a bit more crowded than I was hoping for but everyone was really friendly and helpful. We had our dogs off leash as did everyone else and that was fine. The water was perfect for swimming. We also did kayaking. The ground was pretty rocky so bring water shoes and don't plan on getting a good sandy spot unless you get up to the lake waaaaay early. We got there about 11:30 and it was hard to find a spot. Beautiful view of the mountains and incredibly fun to swim and play in the water. 💙
