Scout Lake
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About Scout Lake
Scout Lake is a national park campground at Deschutes National Forest in Jefferson County, Oregon. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Scout Lake is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 92 ft. Campers rate it 4.5/5 across 39 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Deschutes National Forest include Link Creek, South Shore, Blue Bay, Riverside Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) and Jack Creek Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 13 · 2024: 19 · 2025: 19
Location
Address
Jefferson County, Oregon
Coordinates
44.4109, -121.7473
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 136 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Link Creek
Deschutes National Forest
South Shore
Deschutes National Forest
Blue Bay
Deschutes National Forest
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Riverside Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)
Deschutes National Forest
Big Lake
Willamette National Forest
Jack Creek Campground
Deschutes National Forest
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Scout Lake FAQ
How far in advance should I book Scout Lake?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Scout Lake?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Scout Lake. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Scout Lake right now?
Scout Lake is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Scout Lake located?
Scout Lake is located in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon.
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