Pine Mountain Campground campground
Pine Mountain Campground
Reservations are accepted at Pine Mountain Campground, allowing campers to secure their preferred campsites ahead of time. This is particularly recommended during peak seasons when the campground can get quite busy. The best time to visit Pine Mountain Campground is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. Keep in mind that the campground is located at an elevation of 5,600 feet, so be prepared for cooler temperatures, especially during the evenings.
When visiting the camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly with black bears and cougars. It is essential to store food properly and follow all safety guidelines to minimize the risk of attracting wildlife to the campground. Additionally, campers should be mindful of their surroundings and take necessary precautions to prevent forest fires. Overall, Pine Mountain Campground provides a serene camping experience with beautiful natural surroundings, making it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Pine Mountain Campground
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 Pine Mountain Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Ii Staging Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| China Hat | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Campsite No. 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cinder Hill Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cinder Hill | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pine Mountain Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crooked River Blw Osborne Canyon | 129 cfs | → |
| Crooked River Below Opal Springs | 1,290 cfs | → |
| Deschutes River Near Culver | 533 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pine Mountain Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bend 7 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Three Creeks Meadow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Three Creeks Meadow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Crescent | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Crescent 0.7 W | 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
- Oregon Badlands Wilderness
- Newberry National Volcanic Monument
- Central Oregon Canal Trail
- Gardenside Park
- Sun Meadow Park
- Providence Park
Boat launches
- Cinder Hill Boating Site (South)
- Hot Springs Boating Site
- East Lake Boating Site
- National Forest Development Road 21 Deschutes County
- Little Crater Campground
- Little Crater Day Use Site
Points of interest
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 Pine Mountain Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pine Mountain Campground
Can I make reservations at Pine Mountain Campground?
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 Pine Mountain Campground?
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 Pine Mountain Campground.