Shelter Cove
Campsite: Shelter Cove
Private or State: Private
Hook Ups: Electric only at site. Water throughout campsite. Dump station on premises
All distances are from Bend Oregon: 72 miles o/w
Amenities: Small store, Boat Rental, Lodge, Boat Ramp
Rates (at time of posting): $37.00 per night
Overall, Shelter Cove is well managed by pleasant and helpful staff. The store has a few basics, but I feel there is a missed opportunity here, in not having a small coffee shop. It is extremely popular with the fishing community. The campsite sets a peaceful tone, not given to whooping it up causing disruption to other people. The views are certainly enjoyable, although not the most spectacular Central Oregon has to offer. Waldo Lake is not far, as are a variety of challenging hikes. I'm not a fisherman, so I can't speak to the quality of the lake.
The Bad:
The site map does not accurately depict the positioning of the campsites. Most of the campsites have very little, if any, separation between one site and at least one neighbor. The road leading down from the highway is steep and narrow in places. Although some large 5th wheels and class As seemed to manage it. Right next door is a forest service campsite, Trapper Creek, with way more spacious sites and considerably cheaper. Shelter Cove does have the better lake views as well as the electrical hookup, and on site dump station. I'm just not sure the extra cost is worth it.
Would go/Wouldn't go Again: Probably not. If I were into fishing, I think I would feel differently, as that would be the predominant motivating factor. As my wife and I are more into hiking, there are other places I would rather go.
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