Oregon · published-coordinate region
Indian Ford Campground
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USDA Forest Service13Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
13Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Indian Ford Campground is named for its location on Indian Ford Creek and is conveniently located between the town of Sisters and the Metolius River and Suttle Lake areas.Recreation
This campground offers many opportunities for hiking and biking with the many trails nearby. The ponderosa pine forest provides shade as well as the chance to go bird or nature watching.Facilities
Indian Ford Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers however water and electric hookups are not available. This is a no water facility so campers will need to bring their own supply. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available.Natural Features
Nestled in the Deschutes Forest with a pleasant, small spring running through the center of this facility, Indian Ford Campground is a great shady family spot with short hikes all around.
Nearby Attractions
The close proximity to the town of Sisters offers many additional recreation opportunities including the nearby Sisters Wilderness Trails.
Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument draw visitors to the region as well. It is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Visitors can also explore the Lava River Cave, located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon.Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 13 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
13
Vehicle limit
13
Vehicle length
13
Driveway entry
13
Shade
13
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
13
Operator directions
From Sisters, OR: Travel 5.6 miles northwest on Highway 20.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
13 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 13 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 02 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 95 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 03 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 04 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 05 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-through 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 06 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 07 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 80 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 08 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 28 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 09 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 70 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 10 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 68 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 12 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 110 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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