Fish Lake Campsite campground
Fish Lake Campsite
The nearby points of interest include Steens Mountain, which offers hiking and sightseeing opportunities, as well as Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, where visitors can observe a variety of animals in their natural habitat.
Campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Fishing is also available at the nearby Fish Lake.
Interesting facts about the area include its unique geology, with Steens Mountain being one of the largest fault-block mountains in the world. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including coyotes, pronghorns, and bighorn sheep.
The best time of year to visit is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the high 70s to low 80s Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the campground is located at a high elevation and may experience cold temperatures at night.
Overall, the Fish Lake Campsite offers a beautiful and unique camping experience in the Donner Und Blitzen watershed of Oregon.
What's on-site at Fish Lake Campsite
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.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Fish Lake Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Lake - Frenchglen | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lily Lake Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jackman Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jackman Park Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jackman Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Fish Lake Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Donner Und Blitzen River Nr Frenchglen Or | 117 cfs | → |
| Owyhee River Nr Rome Or | 97 cfs | → |
| Malheur R Be Warmsprings Res Nr Riverside Or | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Fish Lake Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fish Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Silvies | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Silvies | 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
- Malheur National Wildlife Refuge
- Frenchglen Hotel State Heritage Site
- Pete French Round Barn State Heritage Site
- Steens Mountain Wilderness
Boat launches
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 Fish Lake Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fish Lake Campsite
Can I make reservations at Fish Lake Campsite?
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 Fish Lake Campsite?
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 Fish Lake Campsite.