D73.40r campground
D73.40r
One of the nearby points of interest is the Deschutes River, which is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and rafting. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles, deer, and coyotes.
The campground amenities are primitive, with no running water or electricity. Visitors are advised to bring their own water and supplies. The area is also pet-friendly, so visitors can bring their furry friends along.
Interesting facts about the area include that it is home to the largest concentration of wild steelhead trout in the lower 48 states. The area is also home to the Oregon Trail, which was a major route for settlers heading west in the mid-19th century.
The best time of year to visit the D73 40R Campsite is in the summer months, from June to August. The average temperature during this time is around 80°F during the day and 50°F at night. However, visitors should be prepared for extreme weather conditions, including heatwaves and thunderstorms.
Overall, the D73 40R Campsite - Primitive - Non Reservable - No Fee area is a great spot for anyone looking to escape into nature and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Lower Deschutes watershed.
What's on-site at D73.40r
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of D73.40r -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Warm Springs River Near Kahneeta Hot Springs | 229 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek | 34 cfs | → |
| Shitike Creek Near Warm Springs | 66 cfs | → |
| Deschutes River Near Madras | 3,660 cfs | → |
| Metolius River Near Grandview | 1,280 cfs | → |
| Shitike Cr | 60 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of D73.40r -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Clear Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Clackamas Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Clackamas Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Fifteenmile Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mud Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Warm Springs State Recreation Site
- White River Falls State Park
- Lower White River Wilderness
- National Wild And Scenic River White, Oregon
- Juniper Hills Park
- Clarno State Park
Boat launches
- Nena Primitive Launch
- Trout Creek Campground
- Long Bend Primitive North Launch
- Harpham Flat
- Harpham Flat Boat Launch
- Wapanitia Primitive South Launch
Paddle runs
- Warm Springs To Sherars Falls
- Lower Deschutes (Sherars Falls To Columbia River)
- Crooked River National Grassland Boundary To Confluence With Deschutes River
- Breitenbush Lake To Confluence With North Fork Breitenbush River
- Russel Lake To Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary
- Salmon River Canyon (Split Falls To Road Access)
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save D73.40r as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About D73.40r
Can I make reservations at D73.40r?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to D73.40r?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of D73.40r.