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Forest Service campground

Dog Lake Campground

Forest Service campground in Fremont-Winema National Forest, Lake County, Oregon. In the Lakeview area.

Managed by
Forest Service Fremont-Winema National Forest
Sites
17 17 standard non-electric
Hookups
None listed
Reservations
Recreation.gov
County
Lake County

Overview

Dog Lake Campground is located approximately 55 minutes west of Lakeview, Oregon. The campground is a serene destination for those seeking to fish and relax in a lakeside setting. It offers 17 campsites and 4 vault toilets. Each campsite has a picnic table and campfire ring.

Dog Lake Boating and Picnic Sites are across from the campground. Non-motorized boats and boats with electric motors are allowed at Dog Lake. There is a large parking area with adequate trailer turnaround, and one vault toilet. In addition to the boat ramp, you'll find a fishing dock.

Dog lake attracts a multitude of birds including pelicans, geese, ducks, and other waterfowl. Birdwatching and fishing are the main recreational pursuits at Dog Lake. Another bonus is its close proximity to Drews Reservoir and Drews Creek.

Whether you are tent camping, in an RV, or boating, Dog Lake Campground has several locations to fit your style.

Alert: There is no potable water or trash cans. Visitors need to pack plenty of water and leave no trace.

Recreation

Recreational activities include hunting, fishing, hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, and nature viewing.

Facilities

4 vault toilets at different campground areas, boat dock area with vault toilet, and 2 pavilion-style shelters for camp trailers and RV's.

Natural Features

Dog Lake and surrounding Fremont-Winema National Forest, featuring old burn scars from the Barry Point Fire which burned through the area in 2012.

Nearby Attractions

Dog Mountain Lookout, Drews Reservoir, and Drews Creek and Campground are all nearby.

The description, directions and fees are the Forest Service’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.

What people do here

  • accessible swimming
  • backpacking
  • biking
  • birding
  • boating
  • camping
  • canoeing
  • day use area
  • fishing
  • hiking
  • horseback riding
  • kayaking
  • mountain biking
  • non-motorized boating
  • paddling
  • swimming
  • water access
  • wildlife viewing

The federal record has no coordinates for this campground, so it is listed under Lakeview and left off the map rather than placed by guesswork. Use the directions above.

Source: Recreation Information Database (Recreation.gov), record updated May 1, 2026. Elevation from the USGS 3D Elevation Program. Seasons, fees, water and fire rules change; the managing office has the final word.