About Rattlesnake Canyon Campground
Located at the mouth of its namesake canyon and along the scenic Lower Deschutes River Back Country Byway, Rattlesnake Canyon Campground is located 20.4 miles north of the city of Maupin, Oregon. Several campsites in the campground offer direct river access along a verdant strip of riparian vegetation.Know Before You GoRattlesnake Canyon Campground is open year-round with 8 individual campsites, one group-use campsite, a vault toilet and garbage service. No drinking water or utility hookups are available.No reservations are accepted; all campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis only.Campfires and smoking are allowed only from October 16 through May 31, annually, unless posted otherwise.When recreating on public lands, practice Leave-No-Trace Principles.Point of InterestRattlesnakes? Yes, but they are out and about in all low elevation desert river canyons in the region. As predators, rattlesnakes play an important ecological role in keeping small mammal populations in check. Please observe rattlesnakes from a safe distance and do not attempt to engage with them; they want to avoid you as much as you may want to avoid them.
How to Get There
From Maupin, Oregon: Take Bakeoven Rd for ¼ mile, then turn left onto the BLM Access Rd/Deschutes River Rd at the Maupin City Park. Continue 8.2 miles to the stop sign at State Highway 218. Continue for ½ mile, then turn left on the graveled BLM Access Rd. Proceed another 10.9 miles; the campground is on the left.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Rattlesnake Canyon Campground
Heading to Rattlesnake Canyon Campground? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Rattlesnake Canyon Campground?
No central reservation system listed for Rattlesnake Canyon Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10155245) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Rattlesnake Canyon Campground?
From Maupin, Oregon: Take Bakeoven Rd for ¼ mile, then turn left onto the BLM Access Rd/Deschutes River Rd at the Maupin City Park. Continue 8.2 miles to the stop sign at State Highway 218. Continue for ½ mile, then turn left on the graveled BLM Access Rd. Proceed another 10.9 miles; the campground is on the left.
How do I contact Rattlesnake Canyon Campground?
You can reach the park at phone: 541-416-6700 or email: BLM_OR_PR_Mail@blm.gov.
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