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CLOSED ALL YEAR 2026 Lost Creek Campground is managed by the National Park Service. It usually opens in early July and closes in mid-October, depending on weather and other factors. It is for tent campers only--NO RVs, buses, trailers, or vans and truck with toilets. Registration is self-serve on the day of arrival. No advance registration is available. The campground fills by mid-afternoon. The only means of knowing site availability is upon arrival at the campground. The elevation 6,000 ft. (1,829 m).

Lost Creek Campground has 16 sites for tents only. Registration is self-serve on the day of arrival. No advance registration is available. Payment can be made by check or exact cash. Credit cards are not accepted. Senior and Access pass holders are eligible for a 50% discount. The only means of knowing site availability is upon arrival at the campground. The campground typically fills up, so arrive early to secure a site.

Published campsites

total Sites

16

group

0

horse

0

tent Only

16

electrical Hookups

0

rv Only

0

walk Boat To

0

other

0

Published camping fees

Tent Only

$5 · All sites are tent-only and are $5 per night. Payment is due the day of arrival when you self-register for a site. Payment is by cash (exact change only) or a check made out to the National Park Service. Credit cards are not accepted. Senior Pass and Access Pass holders are entitled to a 50% discount. Maximum number of people per campsite is 8 with and a maximum of 2 vehicles. Lost Creek Campground is limited to 30 days each calendar year with no more than 14 consecutive days in any park campground.

Amenities

trash Recycling Collection

Yes - seasonal

toilets

Portable Toilets - seasonal

internet Connectivity

No

showers

None

cell Phone Reception

No

laundry

No

amphitheater

No

dump Station

No

camp Store

No

staff Or Volunteer Host Onsite

No

potable Water

No water

ice Available For Sale

No

firewood For Sale

No

food Storage Lockers

Yes - seasonal

Accessibility and facilities

wheelchair Access

Some of the portable toilets at Lost Creek are accessible but no campsite is designated accessible or specifically known to be manageable by wheelchair or other mobility assists. Picnic tables are not designed to accommodate a wheelchair. There are accessible sites designated at the Mazama Campground.

internet Info

During summer season operations, wifi may be available at Annie Springs Gift Shop in Mazama Village.

cell Phone Info

There is no cell tower or guaranteed cell phone service in the park. However, around Rim Village and other locations, intermittent cell service may be available.

fire Stove Policy

Wood campfires are not allowed. Gas stoves and self-contained charcoal grills are permitted.

rv Info

RVs and trailers are not permitted.

additional Info

FOOD STORAGE: The park is home to many animals, including black bears. When not in use, all of your food, garbage, cooking equipment, storage containers (e.g. ice chests), and toiletries (soaps, toothpaste, etc.) must be kept in your vehicle or in the bear-resistant locker provided at your campsite. WATER: No water is available in the campground. Bring water with you. A faucet with drinking water can be found outside the Visitor Center at Park Headquarters, 12 miles away, and a water-bottle filling station inside the visitor center when the building is open. OTHER FACILITIES: The closest facilities are at Mazama Campground,16 miles away. Mazama Village has multiple water sources where you may fill containers. Mazama Village Store sells groceries, camping supplies, and gasoline during designated hours. The store also has hot showers and laundry machines. They take quarters; a change machine is on site.

ada Info

There are no campsites designated accessible or specifically manageable by wheelchair or other mobility assists. The camp sites are generally level. Some uneveness is due to natural elements such as rocks, tree roots and other plants. If no site seems safe enough to navigate, check with Mazama Campground for an alternative or accessible campsite. Three of the portable toilets at Lost Creek are accessible. Lost Creek Campground may be considered primitive as there is no water, or any other utility available. Be aware that there is no potable water in Lost Creek Campground. All water must be brought in by the campers.

access Roads

Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather

classifications

Limited Development Campground

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