16 of 34 campsites have Proximity To Water

23 of 34 campsites have Min Number Of People

All campsites have Is Equipment Mandatory

23 of 34 campsites have Min Number Of Vehicles

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SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

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Smiling River Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
Nestled in Deschutes National Forest, Smiling River Campground offers visitors some of the most stunning scenery in central Oregon 

and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking and fishing top the list of recreational activities for visitors.<br /><br />


For anglers, the spring-fed Metolius river offers a stunning setting for fly-fishing. Its clear, cold water supports rainbow 

trout, whitefish, bull trout and kokanee salmon.<br /><br />

For day hikers and backpackers, the area offers a wide variety of scenic terrain, ranging from riverside trails to routes in 

subalpine forests.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Smiling River Campground offers sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping, however hookups are not available.<br /><br /> 

Picnic areas, trails and scenic overlooks, along with the conveniences of firewood, drinking water and flush toilets, give 

visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while still having many of the conveniences of home. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Many sites at this campground look out to Metolius River, a tributary of  the Deschutes River.<br /><br /> 

The headwaters of the river are at Metolius Springs at the base of Black Butte, a 3,076-foot cinder cone. The clear, cold river 

flows north from the springs through diverse coniferous forest and a landscape of volcanic activity.<br /><br />

The area provides habitat for mammals such as mule deer, coyote and cougar. Migratory birds and native fish also call the area 

home. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Metolius-Windigo Trail, open to hikers, bikers and horses, is more than 100 miles in length, and begins near the Metolius River 

headwaters west of the town of Sisters, Oregon. The trail was created in the 1980s primarily to 

serve long-distance horse riders seeking an alternative to the Pacific Crest Trail.<br /><br />
 
Lava Lands Visitor Center in Bend, Oregon, offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the 

area through interpretive programs and exhibits. <h2>Charges &amp; Cancellations</h2>
<p>Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.</p>

Nestled in Deschutes National Forest, Smiling River Campground offers visitors some of the most stunning scenery in central Oregon 

and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities.

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Great Facilities and Amenities

campfire allowed

checkin time

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driveway entry

firepit

max num of people

max num of vehicles

pets allowed

shade

Permitted Equipment

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rv-40ft

trailer-40ft

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