Bend, OR

Bull Bend Campground

46 ratings on Recreation.gov

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

Bull Bend is located along the Deschutes River just below the Wickiup Reservoir Dam.

Recreation

Bull Bend Campground offers a great location for fishermen. Fishing access is best found along the banks or using a non-motorized boat. Motorized boating is not permitted in the area.

Facilities

Bull Bend Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers; however, electric and water hookups are not available. The campground does not have running water. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and fire pit. Vault toilets are available.

Natural Features

Bull Bend Campground is located on a small peninsula lined by the Deschutes River.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and hundreds of miles of hiking trails. Newberry National Volcanic Monument offers a glimpse into Central Oregon's rich geologic history. Travel 25 miles to Lava Lands Visitor Center to explore exhibits at the interpretive center, attend a ranger talk, take in scenic views from the top of Lava Butte and travel one-mile underground through Lava River Cave. Travel 30 miles to Newberry Caldera to visit Paulina and East Lake, Paulina Peak and Paulina Falls. Bull Bend Campground offers easy access to the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which weaves through multiple high lakes with views of South Sister, Broken Top and Mt. Bachelor.

Typical weather

Deschutes River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Deschutes River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.39°JJanuary: average water temperature 39°F39°FFebruary: average water temperature 39°F42°MMarch: average water temperature 42°F45°AApril: average water temperature 45°F51°MMay: average water temperature 51°F54°JJune: average water temperature 54°F56°JJuly: average water temperature 56°F57°AAugust: average water temperature 57°F54°SSeptember: average water temperature 54°F50°OOctober: average water temperature 50°F44°NNovember: average water temperature 44°F39°DDecember: average water temperature 39°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 302 field-sample stations

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