About Deschutes NF-Crescent Area
Quiet and remote area of the Deschutes National Forest
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Deschutes NF-Crescent Area
Crescent Lake, Oregon · Klamath County · Facility
Quiet and remote area of the Deschutes National Forest
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43.56646, -121.85487
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Weather at Deschutes NF-Crescent Area
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
51°/31°
💧 2%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:45 AM ↓ 4:55 PM
Wed
Overcast
53°/26°
💧 3%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:47 AM ↓ 4:54 PM
Thu
Light Drizzle
51°/29°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:48 AM ↓ 4:53 PM
Fri
Overcast
58°/35°
💧 2%🌬 3mph
↑ 6:49 AM ↓ 4:51 PM
Sat
Overcast
65°/37°
💧 2%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:51 AM ↓ 4:50 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Deschutes NF-Crescent Area
Heading to Deschutes NF-Crescent Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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