October 8 – 10, 2026
Connection
Campout
Dance · Art · Wellness
Summer Lake Hot Springs, Oregon
October 8 – 10, 2026
Dance · Art · Wellness
Summer Lake Hot Springs, Oregon
What Awaits
Tucked into the vast silence of Eastern Oregon's high desert, Connection Campout brings together the underground — music that moves you, art that opens you, and the healing power of ancient waters. Soak in geothermal springs under the Milky Way. Come connect.
One of Oregon's most remote and magical landscapes. Ancient geothermal pools, volcanic ridgelines, and skies that go on forever. No light pollution. Pure high desert.
Natural geothermal pools, morning yoga, breathwork, sound healing, and workshops for the body and mind.
Monumental installations, interactive light works, and immersive environments woven into the landscape. The desert is the canvas.
Deep house, bass, and everything in between — curated for the open sky and the sagebrush plains. Multiple stages from sunset to sunrise.
The Place
A working geothermal resort in the high desert of Lake County, Oregon. Historic bathhouse, outdoor pools, stone soaking tubs, a stone labyrinth — and nothing but open sky and silence in every direction.
Need to Know
October 8–10, 2026
Gates open Thursday at 3pm
Event closes Sunday at noon
Summer Lake Hot Springs
Lake County, Oregon
~2 hrs from Bend · ~3 hrs from Eugene · ~5 hrs from Portland
Car camping & tent camping available. Bring warm layers — October desert nights get cold. Limited RV spots.
18+ event. Valid ID required for entry. All-gender spaces. Leave No Trace principles apply.
Zero-waste initiative. Bring reusable cups and plates. Carpool encouraged — remote location requires planning. Leave No Trace principles apply.
A small, intentional gathering and co-creation effort. Deep connections, transformative moments, and dancing under one of Oregon's darkest skies.
Participate
Connection Campout is built by the community. Join us as a volunteer, workshop facilitator, or vendor.
Join the crew that makes the magic happen. Volunteers receive complimentary admission in exchange for shifts. Gate, setup, art support, and more.
Apply to Volunteer
Lead a workshop, healing session, movement class, or ceremony. We welcome teachers, healers, and practitioners who align with our values.
Facilitator Application
Artisan food, handmade goods, healing services. We curate a small marketplace of quality vendors who align with the spirit of Connection Campout.
Vendor Application
Visual artists, installation builders, performance artists — pitch your concept. We have dedicated space and a small production budget.
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Join Us
Early bird tickets are limited. Secure your spot in the desert before they're gone.
Selling fast
Ticket link coming soon — email us for bookings
Ticket link coming soon
Questions? Email us.
Stay On-Site
Skip the tent and wake up warm. Summer Lake Hot Springs offers private cabins with geothermally-heated floors, kitchens, and outdoor fire pits — all steps from the hot springs.
Check-in
3:00 PM
Check-out
11:00 AM
Heating
Geothermal Floors
Every Cabin Includes
Please Bring Your Own Bedding
To support our eco-conscious approach, cabin guests must bring sheets, pillows, blankets, and bath towels. We provide a fitted sheet per bed, hand towels, and kitchen cloths. Thank you for helping us minimize water and energy use in the Oregon Outback.
☕ Coffee, the Outback Way — Each cabin has a French press, electric kettle, and coffee grinder. Grind your beans, brew slow, and embrace the pace of the high desert.