Perry South Campground
Where rugged meets comfort.
ALERT – Lake Billy Chinook has a history of harmful algae blooms (HABS) with toxin levels that may be harmful to people and pets. Blooms often appear bright green or blue-green and look like scum, foam or paint. When in doubt, stay out. Visit the Oregon Health Authority 
for current information.
Scenic beauty on a popular lake
On the Metolius Arm of Lake Billy Chinook, this campground offers easy access to one of the area’s most popular lakes. You can enjoy fishing and comfortable camping with the convenience of a boat ramp, docks and drinking water while surrounded by the beauty of rugged canyons and a diverse evergreen forest.
The campground features almost 60 campsites in two loops. Many sites can be reserved ahead of time, so plan to arrive early if you hope to land a first-come, first-served site on a hot Central Oregon weekend.
Motorized boats are allowed on the reservoir, making it easy to cool off with water sports or spend the day fishing for bass, trout, kokanee salmon, whitefish, and the occasional sucker, minnow, or dace. The surrounding hills offer glimpses of bald eagles, mule deer, coyote, and black-tailed jackrabbit.
The park is located in the Deschutes National Forest. PGE and the Confederate Tribes of Warm Springs manage this site in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service.
Location information
Directions: From Cove Palisades State Park, head east on SW Jordan Rd to Grandview. Turn left on SW Graham Rd. This will become Montgomery Rd/County Rd 64; follow signs for Perry South.
NOTE: The last couple of miles of road are extremely narrow with sharp corners. They can be challenging and/or impossible for large RVs, trailers and these vehicles passing each other.
Day use requires a $5 daily vehicle parking permit or a valid annual Northwest Forest Pass or a federal Interagency Annual Pass.
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Perry South campground at a glance
Perry South Campground is open from the Friday before Memorial Day through the second weekend of September. The campground has improved-access sites, hike-to sites, and a boat launch.
| Perry South Campground | Standard, Non-electric |
|---|---|
| Fee | $22 |
| Holiday weekends | Additional $2 per night |
| Sites | 52 |
| Perry South Campground | Double Site, Non-electric |
| Fee | $44 |
| Holiday weekends | Additional $2 per night |
| Sites | 2 |
Make a reservation
Make a reservation online or call 877-444-6777. Campsite reservations open 6 months in advance on a rolling basis.
Thinking ahead
We’re committed to keeping our parks safe, clean, sustainable, and welcoming – but we need your help.
Know before you go
Make a plan: Check for road closures, construction, fire bans, swimming restrictions or other conditions that may hamper your visit.
…and a plan B: Make a backup plan in case of crowds. Try visiting on weekdays or at off-peak times to beat the masses!
EV adventuring? While our parks do not have charging stations (yet!), check here for nearby locations that do.
During your visit
Stop campfires from becoming wildfires! Keep campfires small, make sure your tent and anything that can burn is a safe distance from your fire, keep water nearby and never leave a fire unattended.
Keep wildlife wild: Toss all trash and food scraps in designated bins. Stash food, coolers, and scented items in your vehicle or a secure, hard-sided container. And remember: feeding wildlife is a no-go.
Leave no trace: Help us protect these natural areas by staying on-trail, packing out your trash, and admiring wildlife from a distance.
More information and resources
For more information, use our contact form or call the PGE Parks Information Line at 503-464-8515.
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