PERRY SOUTH CAMPGROUND

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<h2>Overview</h2> <p>Located in the high desert region of central Oregon, Perry South Campground sits on the shores of Lake Billy Chinook in the Deschutes National Forest.<br><br> <br><br>It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the area's scenic beauty and year-round recreational activities.</p> <h2>Recreation</h2> <p>Fishing and motorized boating top the list of recreational activities for visitors. Hikers should be sure to check out nearby Balancing Rocks Overlook, just west of Perry South Campground.</p> <p><br><br>Water enthusiasts of all types will enjoy the opportunities available. Motorized and non-motorized boats share the vicinity with swimmers and water skiers braving the cold, clear waters of Lake Billy Chinook. The day use are is a parking fee area; daily parking passes are $5. PGE also honors the NW Forest Pass and the America the Beautiful Passes. Boat slips are reservable with your campsite reservation.</p> <h2>Facilities</h2> <p>Picnic areas and scenic overlooks, along with the conveniences of firewood, drinking water and vault toilets, give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a comfortable camping environment.<br><br> <br>The campground has a boat ramp, and dock space is available by reservation.</p> <h2>Natural Features</h2> <p>Lake Billy Chinook is the highlight of the area. The lake, created by Round Butte Dam, fills the canyons of the Crooked, Metolius and Deschutes Rivers. <br><br><br>Within these three large arms is 72 miles of shoreline, supporting fish habitats for bass, trout, salmon, whitefish, suckers, minnows and dace.<br><br><br>Rugged hills and a diverse evergreen forest surround the lake, providing homes for mammals such as mule deer, coyote, black-tailed jackrabbit and cougars.</p> <h2>Nearby Attractions</h2> Visitors may want to explore the Tam-a-lau Trail, a scenic hike that starts on a peninsula at the confluence of the Crooked River and the Deschutes River in Cove Palisades State Park.<br/><br/> Under the designation of a Wild and Scenic River, nearby Metolius River is nestled in a forested valley west of Mt. Jefferson. Its clear, cold and constant waters support flyfishing and whitewater boating.<br/><br/> Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. <h2>Contact Info</h2> Between 05/22/2026 and 09/13/2026 this location is staffed. Please call (541) 325-5315 to speak with local staff. From 09/14/2026 to 05/28/2027 this location is unstaffed. Please call (541) 325-5292 for general information.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2> <p>A service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see the Recreation.Gov, Rules & Reservation Policies.</p>

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