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North Matthieu Lake Camp 1
Public Campground

North Matthieu Lake Camp 1

Sisters, Oregon
4.4 (39 reviews)

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About North Matthieu Lake Camp 1

Campground in Oregon.

North Matthieu Lake Camp 1 offers a serene camping experience in the heart of Oregon's natural landscape. This public campground provides an excellent base for travelers seeking to connect with nature while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of a pristine lakeside setting. The camp's location near Matthieu Lake creates a tranquil environment where visitors can wake up to the sounds of nature and spend their days exploring the surrounding wilderness.

The area surrounding North Matthieu Lake Camp 1 is rich with outdoor recreation opportunities that appeal to a wide range of camping enthusiasts. Whether you're an angler, hiker, or simply someone who enjoys peaceful mornings by the water, this location delivers authentic outdoor experiences. The lake itself is a focal point for recreational activities, and the surrounding terrain offers numerous trails for exploration. Many guests find themselves returning season after season to experience the distinct beauty that this corner of Oregon provides.

The camping experience here emphasizes simplicity and natural beauty rather than elaborate amenities. This makes it an ideal destination for travelers who appreciate authentic outdoor camping and want to escape the hustle and bustle of developed resort-style facilities. Families, couples, and solo adventurers all find value in what this public campground offers. The relatively high guest satisfaction rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from numerous reviews speaks to the quality of the camping experience and the appeal of the location.

Visitors to North Matthieu Lake Camp 1 should come prepared for a genuine camping adventure in Oregon's diverse landscape. The camp serves as an excellent jumping-off point for exploring the broader region, with plenty of natural attractions and outdoor activities within reasonable driving distance. Those who appreciate Oregon's forests, lakes, and mountainous terrain will find this location particularly rewarding. It's a destination that invites you to slow down, breathe in fresh air, and reconnect with what makes outdoor camping special.
4.4

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39

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Park Details

Tips & Tricks

Book Early

Sisters is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.

Check-in Time

Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.

Local Weather

Oregon weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Sisters.

Explore the Area

Don't miss local attractions near Sisters. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.

North Matthieu Lake Camp 1 Reviews

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Eric Lutz

Mar 18, 2026

1.0

Google Review by Eric Lutz

I was up for a day trip to do a little fishing. As I was driving around the lake I saw this campground and thought I'd check it out for future trips. The camp host, or contracted fee collector, or whatever she was, was incredibly rude and short with me. "Camping or day use??!!", I said I just wanted to drive through to see what it was like then immediately exit. NO!! You must pay 10 dollars to ent... I was up for a day trip to do a little fishing. As I was driving around the lake I saw this campground and thought I'd check it out for future trips. The camp host, or contracted fee collector, or whatever she was, was incredibly rude and short with me. "Camping or day use??!!", I said I just wanted to drive through to see what it was like then immediately exit. NO!! You must pay 10 dollars to enter!! I won't be camping there if I have to pay 10 dollars just to see if I like it or not.

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Kyle Sawyer

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Kyle Sawyer

This campground (and all the other campgrounds and day use sites at Timothy Lake) are run in coordination with PGE. They do an amazing job keeping the vault toilets and day use sites clean. The PGE workers we talked to were extremely friendly and helpful. The site host at North Arm, Bruce, was also very welcoming and helpful giving us advice on what to do and answering any questions we had. The si... This campground (and all the other campgrounds and day use sites at Timothy Lake) are run in coordination with PGE. They do an amazing job keeping the vault toilets and day use sites clean. The PGE workers we talked to were extremely friendly and helpful. The site host at North Arm, Bruce, was also very welcoming and helpful giving us advice on what to do and answering any questions we had. The sites were well maintained and at least the one we stayed in (13) was pretty large. There were bundles of wood available for $6, we bought two and grabbed some that was left behind from other sites and it was more than enough to last our three nights. There were tons of mosquitoes, so come prepared for those.

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Agustin Montero

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Agustin Montero

Great lake for kayaking, hiking and bird watching.

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Kaylyn Palmer

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Kaylyn Palmer

I had a great camping trip at North Timothy Lake Campground! The site was peaceful and private, with plenty of trees and shade. The lake was beautiful—perfect for paddle boarding. The campground host was super sweet and helpful, which made the experience even better. The campground was clean, quiet, and well-maintained, with easy access to nearby hiking trails. It was the perfect place to unplug a... I had a great camping trip at North Timothy Lake Campground! The site was peaceful and private, with plenty of trees and shade. The lake was beautiful—perfect for paddle boarding. The campground host was super sweet and helpful, which made the experience even better. The campground was clean, quiet, and well-maintained, with easy access to nearby hiking trails. It was the perfect place to unplug and enjoy nature. I’d definitely camp here again!

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Kristen Gray

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Kristen Gray

We love spending time here. I've been coming here since I was a kid. The park is always clean and they have great hosts.

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