Whether you fancy the luxury of glamping, RV camping with all the amenities, or off-the-grid tent camping in the middle of nowhere, your Bend camping experience is guaranteed to give you a lifetime of memories. Credit the comfort of a warm blanket of stars, fresh mountain air leaving your lungs tingling, or the mesmerizing high desert views from your campsite. There’s nothing in the world like camping in Oregon.

For the outdoor junkies who want to unplug, ditch civilization, and play outside right from camp, you’ll find idyllic spots to pitch a tent in the Deschutes National Forest campgrounds. Loaded with epic hiking trails, pristine lakes, and all the fresh air you can handle, you’ll feel right at home in your tent or your rig. Come prepared as most of these camps don’t offer hook-ups or running water.

If you’re looking for camping in comfort and instead of sleeping on the ground, you’d prefer the creature comforts of your RV, then you’re in luck. There are several RV parks in the Bend area that will keep you hooked-up and cozy. Set up your home base in town at The Camp or Scandia RV Park for easy access to shopping, dining and exploring the outdoor playground nearby. Even if you don’t own an RV but want the luxury and convenience of one, check out our RV rentals page with listings from local outfitters who are ready to hand over some wheels for the weekend.

On your next visit, bring your family, make your reservations, pack the marshmallows, and head for the mountains for an outdoor experience you won’t forget. You’ll never get bored with all the bird-watching, mountain biking, sightseeing, hiking, fishing, and even soaking in natural hot springs. Here’s our list of some of the best Bend campgrounds and RV parks dotted around Central Oregon.