Diamond Lake Campground
Description
With dark blue waters and a shoreline ringed by conifer trees and Cascade peaks, Diamond Lake is a classic Southern Oregon camping destination. Umpqua National Forest's Diamond Lake Campground has 238 reservable and walk-in campsites that fill up quickly when the weather’s good. The campground also has two boat launches and access to an 11-mile bike-and-hike trail that circles the lake. Tent and RV sites come with picnic tables, fire pits, and access to restrooms, showers, and a dump station. Even better, Diamond Lake Campground is just 10 minutes away from the North Entrance to Crater Lake National Park.
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When to Go
This seasonal campground is typically open from mid-June to September. Because the campground is at 5,180 feet, the summer weather is mild, with highs in the mid 70s and lows in the 40s. During summer visits, you'll want to bring cold-weather gear and mosquito protection. For current season information, contact the Diamond Lake Ranger District at (541) 498-2531.
Activities
Offered near the campground.
Biking
The 11-mile, multi-use trail surrounding Diamond Lake makes for a great kid-friendly ride. Mountain bikers can also access the ...Read more
Boating
Two campground boat launches offer easy water access, while boat rentals are available at Diamond Lake Lodge.
Fishing
Diamond Lake is annually stocked with rainbow trout. There's a fish cleaning station at the campground.
Hiking
The Mount Thielsen Trailhead, five minutes from Diamond Lake, leads climbers to the Pacific Crest Trail and the 9,184-foot Moun...Read more
Paddling
Kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding are all favorite summer pastimes on Diamond Lake.
26 Reviews
Camped here on a road trip from California. Visited Crater lake and headed to this campsite on my way to Portland the next day. Wow was I blown away by the beauty, the sunrise was unreal. I woke up to a gigantic mountain with fresh snow on top. The campsite was easy to find with great bathrooms and showers.
Heavily wooded, spaced out campsites make this place special. You get privacy, and if you aren't lucky enough to get a campsite on the lake it's a short walk from all the campsites. Make sure to get there before check-in closes around 8 though, and it is a drive to get to the showers. Very close to crater lake, but if you enter at popular times there is a car backup at the entryway. Would recommend!
- Park
- Umpqua National Forest
- State
- Oregon
- Country
- United States
- Phone Number
- 541-498-2531
- Directions
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- Official Website
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- Coordinates
- 43.159° N, 122.133° W
- Unknown price
- Tent / RV / Trailer: 233 Sites (Up to 8 people per site)