Openings · last 7 days
30
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 30 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233192
When Cinder Hill Campground reopens
Cinder Hill Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
43
Openings · last 90 days
46
Only 46 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 106 monitored sites
Of the 3,180 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026): 276 open for online reservation · 128 reserved · 2,776 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 106 monitored sites, 68 can be reserved online and 38 are first-come, first-served.
Where the open windows are
91.3% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 276 of 3,180 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026Not open online91.3%
Open site-nights276 / 3,180
Reserved (of online inventory)128 / 404
Weekday openings183
Weekend openings93
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 183 fall on weekdays and 93 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026October shows no online availability. 0 of 1,802 tracked site-nights are open there — 1,802 on sites not offered online.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 106 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 |
|---|---|
| 001 | 6 |
| 002 | 6 |
| 003 | 6 |
| 005 | 6 |
| 008 | 6 |
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
October0 of 1,802 · not offered online
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
276 open site-nights across 56 sites at Cinder Hill Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 51 2-night, 45 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 21 at site 001.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 85 ft. 100 sites take 25 ft, 52 sites take 35 ft, 13 sites take 40 ft.
All 56 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 32 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 002 | 37 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 003 | 65 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 005 | 38 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 008 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 011 | 40 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 012 | 33 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 013 | 37 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 014 | 33 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 015 | 33 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 016 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 017 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 018 | 20 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 064 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 065 | 25 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 071 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 072 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 077 | 40 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 078 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 079 | 32 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 081 | 32 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 083 | 32 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 087 | 32 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 089 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 090 | 32 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 091 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 092 | 40 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 093 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 095 | 33 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 097 | 35 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 099 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 100 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 103 | 31 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 107 | 27 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 108 | 25 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 109 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 110 | 36 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 032 | 36 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 069 | 57 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 080 | 36 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 082 | 36 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 088 | 36 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 096 | 30 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 030 | 35 ft | None | 4 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 26 |
| 074 | 36 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23 |
| 019 | 50 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 020 | 40 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 027 | 34 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22 |
| 067 | 38 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25 |
| 068 | 75 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 23, Sep 24 |
| 102 | 36 ft | None | 2 | 2 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22 |
| 021 | 32 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 23 |
| 028 | 32 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 24 |
| 033 | 32 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 26 |
| 066 | 85 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 23 |
| 098 | 40 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 21 |
About Cinder Hill Campground
Overview
Cinder Hill Campground sits at the edge of beautiful East Lake in the caldera of Newberry Volcano. The area is part of the Newberry National Monument in Deschutes National Forest. The area is popular for its geological significance and multitude of recreational activities, making it an ideal individual and family camping excursion.
Deschutes National Forest | Newberry National Volcanic Monument - Deschutes NF | Forest Service
Recreation
Visitors can take advantage of boating, kayaking, swimming and fishing on East Lake. A boat ramp is located in the campground, and the lake has a 10 mph speed limit.
For anglers, the lake provides the perfect setting to fish from boat or the shoreline. It supports rainbow trout, brown trout and Kokanee salmon. In September, the outlet of adjacent Paulina Lake may be choked with Kokanee moving to spawn in Paulina Creek.
The Crater Rim Trail, considered one of the finest high country trails in the area, boasts vast stretches of forest, deserts and mountains. The trail has many access points and connectors to other trails.
Facilities
Cinder Hill Campground offers several sites close to the shore or within easy walking distance to the beach. It is an ideal campground for those hauling trailers, but it also has plenty of sites perfect for tents. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Flush toilets and drinking water are also available.
Natural Features
East Lake is located within the collapsed crater, or caldera of Newberry Volcano. Nearly five miles in diameter, the caldera encircles the basins of East Lake and Paulina Lake. East Lake covers 1,044 acres and is 180 feet at its deepest point.
Paulina Creek flows from the lake and has chiseled a narrow gorge through the caldera's west wall creating a remarkable twin waterfall. Thermal vents and hot springs along the lake's northeast edge help create a highly productive ecosystem.
The surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests support a variety of wildlife, including black bear, bighorn sheep, deer, native fish and migratory birds.
Nearby Attractions
Big Obsidian Flow Trail offers a 1-mile interpretive trail that climbs up and onto this impressive lava flow of obsidian (black volcanic glass) and pumice. The Big Obsidian Flow is 1300 years old, the youngest lava flow in Oregon.
Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through educational programs and exhibits.
Lava River Cave, also located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, is nearly a mile long. The northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon.
A nearby resort, operating under a special use permit from the Deschutes National Forest offers visitors lodging, last minute essentials and boat rentals.
106 monitored sites38 FCFS sitesRVs up to 85 ftNo hookups103 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
From Bend, travel 23 miles south on Highway 97 to County Road 21( Paulina Lake Road). Turn onto County Road 21 and go about 17 miles east. Take Forest Road 300 north for 0.5 miles. From La Pine, go 5 miles north on Highway 97 to County Road 21(Paulina Lake Road). Take County Road 21 east about 17 miles. Take Forest Road 300 north for 0.5 miles.
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-233192 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Cinder Hill Campground?
Reservations for Cinder Hill Campground are made through Recreation.gov. 91.3% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 276 of 3,180 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 46 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 Cinder Hill Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 30 site-date openings at Cinder Hill Campground in the last 7 days, 43 over 30 days and 46 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Cinder Hill Campground?
45 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 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Cinder Hill Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
52 of the 106 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 85 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Cinder Hill Campground?
September 2026, with 276 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 1,378.
When is the next open date at Cinder Hill Campground?
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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