US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Deschutes County, Oregon.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Deschutes National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 6 |
| Site types | 6 boat in |
| RVs welcome | No |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Drinking water | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (541) 323-1746 |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38802 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Big Cove Boat-In Campground before you go.
Cultus Lake is one of the few lakes along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway that allows high sped motorized water craft. Cultus Lake West Campground offers opportunities for waterskiing, windsurfing, swimming, sailing and jet skiing, as well as, access to trails leading into the Three Sisters Wilderness. Facilities Cultus Lake Boat In - Big Cove Campground is one of three boat-in or hike-in only campgrounds on the north side of Cultus Lake. The campground is in a very rustic setting next to the water with six sites available. Natural Features Cultus Lake is a natural glacier-formed Lake.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Big Cove Boat-In Campground is in Deschutes County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.