Soda Creek Campground surrounded by tall pine trees with mountain backdrop

Cascade Lakes

National Scenic Byway

Deschutes County, Oregon

Soda Creek
Campground

Nestled among ancient firs along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway — where the road ends and the mountains begin.

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About

A place where the forest breathes and the lakes run cold.

Soda Creek Campground sits along one of Oregon's most scenic byways — a ribbon of asphalt that threads through old-growth fir and pine toward a chain of glacial lakes. It's not a destination you find on a map. It's a destination you earn by taking the road less traveled.

Whether you arrive by RV, tow a trailer behind your truck, or carry a tent on your back, the grounds welcome you with the same quiet generosity that's defined this place for decades. No crowds. No noise. Just the sound of wind through the trees and the occasional call of a raven overhead.

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Est. Deschutes County

Accommodations

Rest where
the trees grow tall

From rustic tent sites to comfortable cabins, every option at Soda Creek puts you closer to the forest than you've been in years.

Rustic cabin at Soda Creek Campground with wooden deck and forest backdrop

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Mountain Cabins

Wood-framed cabins with queen beds, heating, and private decks overlooking the tree line. Each one faces a different view.

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Tent camping site at Soda Creek with pine trees and mountain views

Rustic

Tent & RV Sites

Spacious sites nestled among firs and pines. Pull-through access for larger rigs, shaded corners for quiet evenings, and fire rings at every site.

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Activities

The Cascade lifestyle

Seven alpine lakes within a short drive. Countless trails at your doorstep. Four seasons of outdoor adventure, each one different from the last.

Kayaking & Canoeing

Paddle across glassy alpine water surrounded by mountain peaks. Mirror Lake and Sparks Lake are favorites for morning paddles.

Hiking Trails

From gentle lakeside strolls to rugged summit pushes, the Deschutes National Forest trails start at your campsite door.

Stargazing

At 4,500 feet with zero light pollution, the night sky here is extraordinary. Bring a blanket and stay up late.

Winter Camping

Snow blankets the Cascades from November through May. Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and the silence of a winter forest.

The Grounds

Every corner
tells a story

Crystal clear alpine lake surrounded by pine forest at Soda Creek

Tall Douglas fir trees at Soda Creek Campground

Campfire at Soda Creek Campground at dusk

Mountain view from Soda Creek Campground

Morning mist rising from Soda Creek forest

"We've been coming to Soda Creek for fifteen years. The trees haven't changed, the lakes are still cold, and we still leave feeling like we've disappeared — exactly the way we want to."

— A guest, Deschutes County

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Plan your escape

Soda Creek Campground is open year-round. The Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway is a two-hour drive from Bend — well worth every mile.

Location

Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway
Deschutes County, OR 97703

Phone

(541) 383-5300

Hours

Open year-round
Office: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (seasonal)

Reserve Your Site

The mountains
are calling

Call us to reserve your site or ask about availability. The Cascade Lakes are waiting for you.

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Soda Creek Campground