Campground · OR
Elk Bend Recreation Site
OR · Nestucca River Recreation Area
Elk Bend Recreation Site is generally lottery-hard to book. Difficulty holds fairly steady across the 2 months we have reservation data for. The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (July), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
Activities: CAMPING, FISHING, WATER ACCESS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, PHOTOGRAPHY
How much does it cost to camp at Elk Bend Recreation Site Campground?
Campground fee of $75 per night up to 25 people. Each additional person is $2.50 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.