Link Creek sits among the stunning landscapes of Deschutes National Forest in Oregon . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jul-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Deschutes National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Link Creek located in Oregon, offering 50 camping sites.
Link Creek
A Rural campground in Oregon
Overview
The Lake Covers an Area of 253 Acres and Has an Average Depth of 44 Feet. 5 Million Acres Within the Deschutes National Forest and the Adjacent Ochoco National Forest. the Lake Covers an Area of 253 Acres and Has an Average Depth of 44 Feet.
Visitors Enjoy Traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, Known As Oregon’S Highway in the Sky, Which Climbs Into the Clouds on a 66-Mile Drive Through the Cascade Range, Weaving Past Snow-Capped Peaks and Alpine Lakes. Link Creek Campground Is Situated on the Shores of Suttle Lake in the Deschutes National Forest. Visitors Enjoy Boating, Fishing, Hiking and Biking in Summer, and Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing in Winter. Popular Activities in the Area Include Hiking, Fishing and Motorized Boating in the Summer Months, and Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing in Winter Months. Numerous Hiking Mountain Biking Trails Are Accessible From the Campground and in the Surrounding Area. the 3.2 Mile Suttle Lake Loop Trail Meanders Through the Developed Recreation Areas on Suttle Lake. the Trail Is Relatively Flat and Follows the Wooded Shoreline of the Lake, Providing Opportunities for Fishing or Picnicking Along the Way. a Boat Ramp Is Located Within the Campground. Motorized and Non-Motorized Boats Are Allowed on Suttle Lake.
Link Creek Campground Offers Tent and RV Campsites, As Well As Yurts. Campsites Are Equipped with Tables and Campfire Rings with Grills. Vault Toilets and Drinking Water Are Provided. Electrical Hookups Are Not Available. the Yurts Are Equipped with Electricity. While the Campsites Are Pet-Friendly, Unfortunately Pets Are Not Permitted Within the Yurts.
the Yurts Are Available for Reservation Year-Round. Each Is Equipped with a Bunkbed with One Double and One Single Mattress, Double Futon, Table and Chairs and a Wood Stove. Visitors Need to Bring Their Own Linens and Eating Essentials. They Each Have a Light, a Wall Heater, and 1 – 110 Electrical Outlet.
Link Creek, Which Empties Into Suttle Lake, Is Shallow and Clear Enough to View Spawning Fish. Lake Creek Flows Eastward From Suttle Lake and Eventually Joins the Metolius River.
in Autumn, the Local Vine Maple Trees Display Brilliant Orange, Red and Yellow Foliage.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors Can Explore Wilderness Areas, Rivers, Lakes and Reservoirs, and Approximately 1,600 Miles of Trails That Comprise Nearly 2.Charges & Cancellations
Once Your Reservation Start Date Has Begun, Neither the Recreation. Gov Contact Center Nor the Campground Manager Will Be Able to Modify Your Reservation.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Oregon
Coordinates: 44.4158333, -121.7552778
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|hiking|biking|picnic|hookups|electric|water|fire-ring|lake|river|trail|rv|tent|yurt
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 9 stations
Nearest Market: Portland/EUGENE
Notes: Signals FROM Portland/EUGENE MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 21 stations (6 AM, 15 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: ADULT Alternative, Country, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KEX 1190 Am
Market: Portland/EUGENE
Notes: 6 AM, 15 FM Stations from Portland/Eugene
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232788
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://Recreation.gov
- Parent Park: Deschutes National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/deschutes-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: deschutes-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Deschutes National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: deschutes-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 83.0
- States Covered: Oregon
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 14492
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 14492, 14492.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: oregon
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: deschutes-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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