Hyatt Lake Recreation Area

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Overview

Nestled high in the Cascade Mountains among towering firs and pines, the Hyatt Lake Recreation Area is located in the northern corner of Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument on the shores of beautiful Hyatt Lake. At just above 5,000 feet of elevation, the 745-acre Hyatt Lake Recreation Area provides options for summertime camping, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, biking, fishing, swimming, boating, and many other recreation opportunities. The recreation area offers dramatic views of Mt. McLoughlin and serves as a great basecamp for access to the Monument and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (61 of 63 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (9 of 63 campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Pets Allowed

    (Majority of the campsites have true)

  • Picnic Table

    (62 of 63 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have true)

  • Site Access

    (Majority of the campsites have drive in)

Natural Features

Hyatt Campground Campsite C37 - Credits: BLM
View of Hyatt Lake and Mt. McLoughlin - Credits: BLM
Hyatt Campground Campsite - Credits: BLM
Hyatt Lake Campsite - Credits: BLM

Hyatt Lake is located 20 miles east of Ashland in Oregon's beautiful Cascade Mountains. At 5,200 feet in elevation, Hyatt Lake offers a cool respite from the summer heat and also serves as a gateway for winter recreation enthusiasts. Hyatt Lake is located inside the boundary of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. The Monument was established in recognition of its remarkable ecology and to protect a diverse range of biological, geological, aquatic, archaeological, and historic objects.

Recreation

View across Hyatt Lake - Credits: BLM

Hyatt Lake is a 10 mph "no-wake" lake. During spring and summer months, Hyatt offers excellent lake trout and small mouth bass fishing. Other recreation activities are available including hiking, swimming, horseshoes and a sand volleyball court. Access points for the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail are easily accessible starting from the campground. Although the campground is closed during winter months, great winter activities are available such as cross-country skiing, sledding and snowshoeing.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 50ft

  • tent-Up to 50ft

  • trailer-Up to 50ft

  • vehicle-Up to 70ft

  • camper van-N/A

  • pickup camper-N/A

  • pop up camper-N/A

Nearby Attractions

Adjacent to the Hyatt Lake Recreation Area is public shoreline and adjacent lands. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail intersects the campground and Little Hyatt Lake is within 6 miles of location.

Additional Information

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