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About
Deadhorse Lake campground is located one hour 20 minutes south of Paisley, Oregon; situated on Deadhorse Lake, a high-mountain lake with grassy and pebble beaches. The lake, elevation 7372 feet, spans 31 acres and is stocked with rainbow trout. There are nine tent and trailer sites, all with picnic tables and fire grills. It also features seven group campsites. Some larger sites are located further from the lakeshore. There is also a hand pump for potable water. Deadhorse Lake, great for fishing, swimming, and boating (non-motorized or electric motors only), features a boat launch and separate day use area. All camping is first-come, first-served, and weekends and holidays are generally full. Nearby access to the Lakes Trail System.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 3.3 mi
trailhead
Lee Thomas Trailhead
- 18 mi
attraction
Paisley Five Mile Caves
- 0.2 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Forest road access near this stay: LAKES in Fremont-Winema National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- OR
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

