USFS · Campground · Fee
West Cultus Boat-In Campground is 100% RESERVATION ONLY; reservations can be made on Recreation.gov. West Cultus Boat-In is a boat-in only campground on the west side of Cultus Lake. This area offers 12 tent sites. If you like to camp in a very rustic setting next to the water then this is the campground for you. Mosquitoes can be heavy in this campground, particularly in the early season. WHERE TO PARK: There is a parking area specifically designated for boat-in campground use located within Cultus Lake Campground. Visitors with reservations at one of the three boat-in campgrounds can launch their boats at the Cultus Lake Day Use boat ramp, but must park in the designated boat-in camping parking lot. A recreation pass is NOT required for this lot.
From the USFS.
No. West Cultus Boat-in Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
From Bend, OR: Travel 46.0 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Highway (46), then west on Forest Road 4635 for 2 miles, then boat over to west end of lake or hike in.
Campground is boat/hike in only.
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.