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Access Site OR

Suttle Lake-Northwest

Lake Creek - Suttle Lake

Source: oregon_gov Updated 1 year ago

City: Sisters, OR
County: Jefferson County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.41888000, -121.75562000
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About This Access Site
The Suttle Lake Northwest boat ramp provides access to Suttle Lake, a scenic alpine lake in the Deschutes National Forest near Sisters, Oregon. Located about 13 miles northwest of Sisters via Highway 20/126 and Forest Service roads, this day-use access point features a boat launch suitable for kayaks, canoes, and non-motorized watercraft. The ramp has a shallow launch area, so larger motorized vessels are not recommended. Amenities include picnic tables and restroom facilities.

Both motorized and non-motorized boats are permitted on Suttle Lake. The surrounding area offers excellent paddling opportunities with access to high alpine lakes, wilderness areas, and lush forest scenery in the Cascade Range. Scout Lake Group Campground is nearby (reservable through Recreation.gov at 541-323-1746) if you're planning an extended visit. The Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway provides stunning views of the region, and numerous other campgrounds within 10 miles offer additional accommodation options for paddlers exploring this popular recreation area.
Federal Facility Information
541-323-1746 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Scout Lake Group Campground sits near the shores of its namesake in Deschutes National Forest. Its proximity to high alpine lakes, lush forests and towering peaks in nearby wilderness areas make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
Water sport enthusiasts of all types will enjoy the opportunities available at Scout Creek Lake and nearby Suttle Lake. Only...

Overview
Scout Lake Group Campground sits near the shores of its namesake in Deschutes National Forest. Its proximity to high alpine lakes, lush forests and towering peaks in nearby wilderness areas make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
Water sport enthusiasts of all types will enjoy the opportunities available at Scout Creek Lake and nearby Suttle Lake. Only non-motorized watercraft are allowed on Scout Creek, but water skiing, fishing and boating are popular at Suttle Lake, less than one mile away.


Nearby trails and a picturesque shoreline offer visitors opportunities for hiking, birding, wading and swimming at Scout Lake, and a large beach is located just steps away.
Facilities
There are 10 sites at this campground. Site #6 is a single family site while 3, 4A, 4B, 5, 7 and 8 are doubles. Sites 1, 2 and 9 are triples. If the entire campground is rented together, it will comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests. A large day-use area with 11 picnic tables and parking for 50 vehicles makes this area perfect for large parties and family functions.

All sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills.

There are three vault toilets and a gravity fed water system. Natural Features
The campground sits at 3,600 feet in the high desert region of central Oregon in a towering mixed conifer forest. Nearby landscapes showcase the unique volcanic activity throughout the region, and visitors can explore extinct volcanoes, calderas and lava flows typical in the area.

The surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests support an abundance of wildlife, including deer, squirrel, trout, salmon and a variety of migratory birds.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and approximately 1,600 miles of trails that comprise nearly 2.5 million acres the Deschutes National Forest and the adjacent Ochoco National Forest.

Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the Newberry National Volcanic Monument are popular attractions as well.

Visitors will also enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, known as Oregon's Highway in the Sky, which climbs into the
clouds on a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Mountain range, weaving through snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.

Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

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