About Trapper Creek Campground
Trapper Creek Campground is located in the Crescent Ranger District of Deschutes National Forest. Heavily forested and situated on a small stream that feeds into Odell Lake, this campground is a favorite in the area. Sparkling lakes, tranquil streams and nearby scenic peaks provide visitors with the perfect backdrop for fishing, boating, hiking and biking throughout the area. Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities enjoyed by visitors during spring, summer and fall. Anglers have the opportunity to fish in clear, cold lakes and streams for abundant salmon and trout. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular during the winter. For anglers, Odell Lake is considered one of the blue giants of the Deschutes National Forest. This large lake has an average depth is 132 feet, which makes it ideal habitat for lake trout and bull trout. Rainbow trout, kokanee salmon and…
- Fees: - **Single Campsite Rate:**$27/night - **Premium Campsite Rate:** $29/night - One vehicle included with reservation – **Each Additional…
- Season: Tentative Opening: June 13, 2025 – October 19, 2025
- Managed by: Deschutes National Forest, FS
- Where: 7 mi northwest of Crescent Lake, OR · 43.5825, -122.045
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jul–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Apr.
Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.
Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trapper Creek | Horse | 0.2 mi | 0.2 mi |
| Whitefish Creek | Horse | 0.3 mi | 11.5 mi |
| Yoran Lake | Horse | 0.3 mi | 3.5 mi |
| FR 5810200 | ATV road | 0.4 mi | 0.5 mi |
| FR 5810190 | ATV road | 0.5 mi | 0.1 mi |
| Pacific Crest Trail - Wif1 | Horse | 0.7 mi | 128.5 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
Verizon 4G
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.
Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 24.8 mi
Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.