Smiling River Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

Overlanding score
75/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
tent, rv, equestrian
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

waterhookupfishinghikingtrailfirewoodvisitor center

About Smiling River Campground

Overview

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.Recreation

Hiking and fishing top the list of recreational activities for visitors.

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.

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

subalpine forests.Facilities

Source: Recreation.gov

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