Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-251538
When South Twin Lake Campground reopens
South Twin Lake Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
3
Openings · last 90 days
26
Only 26 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 · Apr 9 – May 3, 2027 · of 21 monitored sites
Of the 525 tracked site-nights (Apr 9 – May 3, 2027): 525 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 21 monitored sites, 19 can be reserved online and 2 are first-come, first-served.
No online availability in the tracked window
None of the 525 site-nights Campsite Sniper tracks here — which start Apr 9, 2027, not today — are open for online reservation. Earlier dates are outside this snapshot entirely and are not known to be unavailable; check Recreation.gov for those. A free alert tells you if any tracked date opens online.
Load status
Apr 9 – May 3, 2027Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 525
Of the 525 tracked site-nights (Apr 9 – May 3, 2027): 525 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Open dates by month
Apr 2027 – May 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights are on sites not offered for online reservation.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 21 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Apr 9, 2027. That is about 158 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Apr 9, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe Apr 9, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
About South Twin Lake Campground
Overview
South Twin Lake Campground sits on the shores of South Twin Lake, a small lake adjacent to the much larger Wickiup Reservoir.
Facilities
This facility has sites that can accomodate, tent, trailer or RV campers. Each site comes with a picnic table and is equipped with a fire ring. This campground offers potable water and flush toilets, as well as, a nearby boat launch area leading to the water. Boat launch parking is for day use only and requires a recreation fee separate from camping fees.
Natural Features
The lake was formed about 20,000 years ago when rising magma-encountered groundwater resulting in violent steam explosions. The resulting explosions formed a broad shallow crater, which later filled with water. The lake covers an area of 99 acres with average depth of 33 feet with a maximum depth of 58 feet. South Twin Lake is a lure's toss from the Deschutes arm of Wickiup Reservoir and less than a mile south of North Twin lake.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately hundred of miles of trail. Newberry National Volcanic Monument, approxiately 45 minutes by vehicle, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Visitors can explore Lava River Cave, the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Bywaywhich climbs 66 miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.
21 monitored sites2 FCFS sitesRVs up to 40 ftNo hookups21 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 12
Getting there
From Bend, travel 26.8 miles south on Hwy 97 to Wickiup Junction, then 11.0 miles west on County Road 43, then continue 4.6 miles west on Forest Road 42, and finally 2.0 miles south on Forest Road 4260.
63095 Deschutes Market Road, Bend, OREGON 97701541-323-1746
Camping
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
03 · Field Photos · roll CS-251538 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at South Twin Lake Campground?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 525 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at South Twin Lake Campground. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Campsite Sniper has also detected 26 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 Nov 2, 2026 20:17 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 South Twin Lake Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 26 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.
Which sites at South Twin Lake Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
8 of the 21 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft.
When is the next open date at South Twin Lake Campground?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for South Twin Lake Campground begins Apr 9, 2027 — about 158 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Apr 9, 2027.
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