Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232778
When Whitefish Horse Camp reopens
Whitefish Horse Camp's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1
Openings · last 90 days
12
Only 12 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026 · of 17 monitored sites
Of the 510 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026): 439 open for online reservation · 24 reserved · 47 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
13.9% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 439 of 510 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026Not open online13.9%
Open site-nights439 / 510
Reserved (of online inventory)24 / 463
Weekday openings262
Weekend openings177
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 262 fall on weekdays and 177 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026October holds the most room. 276 of 289 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 17 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 002 | 27 |
| 004 | 27 |
| 005 | 27 |
| 006 | 27 |
| 007 | 27 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Sep 21
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25
The next bookable night is Sep 21; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
439 open site-nights across 17 sites at Whitefish Horse Camp, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 21 2-night, 20 3-night, 17 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 21 at site 002.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 50 ft. 17 sites take 25 ft, 16 sites take 35 ft, 12 sites take 40 ft.
All 17 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | 40 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 004 | 40 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 005 | 40 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 006 | 45 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 007 | 30 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 009 | 50 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 010 | 35 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 011 | 40 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 012 | 40 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 013 | 50 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 014 | 35 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 015 | 35 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 017 | 35 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 019 | 50 ft | None | 27 | 27 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +15 more |
| 008 | 40 ft | None | 24 | 21 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5 +12 more |
| 016 | 40 ft | None | 20 | 14 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +8 more |
| 018 | 40 ft | None | 17 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 8, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12 +5 more |
About Whitefish Horse Camp
Overview
In Deschutes National Forest, Whitefish Horse Campground offers visitors some of the most stunning scenery in central Oregon and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities in the Cascade region.
A favorite among horse enthusiasts, the campground looks out onto the waters of Crescent Lake. With snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers, and several wilderness areas located nearby, this campground offers visitors the opportunity to experience both the serene and wild aspects of central Oregon.
Recreation
A favorite among horse enthusiasts, the campground provides visitors with access to a variety of trails. Lakes, lava flows, and forested areas provide the backdrop for many of these rides.
Whitefish Creel Trail is popular with both hikers and horseback riders. This trail can be accessed from the west end of Crescent Lake and follows Whitefish Creek up through lodgepole pines to a beautiful view of Diamond Peak at Diamond View Lake. From there, the trail descends along Trapper Creek through Engelmann spruce and white fir to the west end of Odell Lake.
Equestrians may want to traverse at least a portion of the spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of America's premier National Scenic Trails. This trail showcases some of North America's most fantastic scenery, winding its way its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. Portions of the trail traverse Diamond Peak at timberline. Wilderness passes are required for this trail.
Facilities
The campground has 17 large equestrian sites, each equipped with double or quadruple metal corrals. Sites 008, 013 and 018 have four horse stalls, while all the others have two horse stalls.
Picnic tables, campfire rings/grills, and ample room for parking vehicles and trailers are available at each site. Drinking water is also available, as is access to vault toilets.
Horse campgrounds have been designed to accommodate people who need to corral their horses. With a limited number of these kinds of campgrounds, please consider camping in one of the many other campgrounds nearby if you do not have a horse.
This horse camp is open usually by Memorial Day, or after snow levels recede. It stays open until snow blocks the road, typically around Thanksgiving. However, water and host services may not be provided after early October.
Natural Features
Cresent Lake is nestled in a naturally glaciated basin behind a moraine dam, east of the towering Cascade Mountain Range. Its brilliant blue-green water, sandy beaches, and water temperature are exceptional for a high-elevation lake.
The area provides habitat for mammals such as mule deer, coyote, and cougar. Migratory birds and native fish also call the area home. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can explore wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately 1,600 miles of trails in the 2.5 million-acre Deschutes National Forest and adjacent Ochoco National Forest.
Lava Lands Visitor Center in Bend, Oregon, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits.
Visitors may also enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. The 66-mile drive through the Cascade Mountain range, weaves through snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes, highlighting the beauty of central Oregon.
17 monitored sitesRVs up to 50 ftNo hookupsPets OKFire pitsMax party 12
Getting there
From I-5, take exit 188A towards Oakridge, continue on Hwy 58 for 69.3 miles, then turn right at NF Road 60 and continue for 2.2 miles. Turn right at Crescent Lake Road and continue for 1.2 miles. Make a slight right at NF Road 60 and travel for 3.5 miles to your destination on the left. From La Pine, travel south on Hwy 97 for 17.5 miles, then turn right at the Crescent Cutoff Road, continuing for 11.9 miles. Turn right at Hwy 58 and travel for about 2 miles, before turning left at NF Road 60. Continue for 2.2 miles, then turn right at Crescent Lake Road. Go 1.2 miles, make a slight right at NF Road 60, and continue 3.5 miles to your destination on the left.
Po Box 208, Crescent, OR 97733541-323-1746
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-232778 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Whitefish Horse Camp?
Reservations for Whitefish Horse Camp are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 439 of 510 tracked site-nights are open (86.1%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 12 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Whitefish Horse Camp?
Campsite Sniper detected 12 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Whitefish Horse Camp?
20 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 21 at site 002. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Whitefish Horse Camp fit a 35-foot RV?
16 of the 17 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 50 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Whitefish Horse Camp?
October 2026, with 276 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 289.
When is the next open date at Whitefish Horse Camp?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Sep 21 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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