Devil's Canyon Campground

Our Take

What makes Devil's Canyon Campground special

If solitude is what you crave, Devil's Canyon Campground near Prineville, Oregon, was made for you. This small, off-the-beaten-track hideaway offers just three walk-in campsites, making it one of the most intimate camping experiences you will find anywhere in Central Oregon's vast high desert landscape. Nestled in a rugged canyon setting, the campground rewards the effort it takes to reach it. The walk-in format means you will leave your vehicle behind and carry your gear a short distance to your site, a small trade-off for the kind of deep quiet that most campgrounds simply cannot offer. The surrounding terrain is classic Oregon outback: juniper woodlands, basalt rimrock, and wide-open skies that put on a spectacular show after dark. Nearby, the Deschutes River corridor provides opportunities for fishing, floating, and wildlife observation. Raptors circle overhead, mule deer browse the canyon edges, and the pace of life slows to something refreshingly elemental. There are no hookups or potable water here, so self-sufficiency is essential. Devil's Canyon is best enjoyed from late spring through early fall, with May, June, and September offering the sweetest balance of mild weather and solitude. No reservations are taken, and with only three sites, the campground naturally limits itself to a handful of fortunate visitors at a time. Come prepared, come quietly, and let the canyon do the rest.