About Haystack Campground (East Shore)
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Reviews (143)
What Guests Are Saying
Haystack Campground offers a well-maintained and quiet environment, with friendly and attentive hosts who keep the facilities clean. Many visitors appreciated the ample camping space, beautiful views of Mt. Jefferson, and easy access to the reservoir for fishing and swimming. However, the campground is plagued by numerous mosquitoes, which can detract from the overall experience, especially during peak season.
What Guests Are Saying
Haystack Campground offers a well-maintained and quiet environment, with friendly and attentive hosts who keep the facilities clean. Many visitors appreciated the ample camping space, beautiful views of Mt. Jefferson, and easy access to the reservoir for fishing and swimming. However, the campground is plagued by numerous mosquitoes, which can detract from the overall experience, especially during peak season.
Review Summary
Patrick W
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Would have been a great campsite and the camp host was very nice, but the mosquitos were so bad we had to leave after one night.
Julia K
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
A little out of the way but worth the drive
Julia K
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
A little out of the way but worth the drive
Tracy S
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
We had a family group of 19 and had a blast. The camp host was very nice and helpful. We did not have a problem with mosquitos as expected. We loved the amount of space for each camp spot. Our kids ran and played for hours within eyesight. The swimming spot seemed yucky because of seaweed but the kids ended up having a blast playing with the seaweed. It wasn't slimy or actually dirty. Last but not least, star watching was amazing!
Places near by that we recommend to visit:
Steelhead falls is nearby and is a great hike with a beautiful waterfall.
White River Falls in Maupin is great. It is a bit of a drive but is a small hike and beautiful waterfall and safe water for kids to swim and float down rapids on floaties.
If you're up to it, hiking Smith Rock is amazing!
Tracy S
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
We had a family group of 19 and had a blast. The camp host was very nice and helpful. We did not have a problem with mosquitos as expected. We loved the amount of space for each camp spot. Our kids ran and played for hours within eyesight. The swimming spot seemed yucky because of seaweed but the kids ended up having a blast playing with the seaweed. It wasn't slimy or actually dirty. Last but not least, star watching was amazing!
Places near by that we recommend to visit:
Steelhead falls is nearby and is a great hike with a beautiful waterfall.
White River Falls in Maupin is great. It is a bit of a drive but is a small hike and beautiful waterfall and safe water for kids to swim and float down rapids on floaties.
If you're up to it, hiking Smith Rock is amazing!
Josh E
VerifiedJuly 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Mosquitos Were HORRIBLE... They need to spray before they hatch... Camp hosts aren't very friendly. I think it may be time for them to move on. Campground full sign is always out even when there are spots open.
Josh E
VerifiedJuly 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Mosquitos Were HORRIBLE... They need to spray before they hatch... Camp hosts aren't very friendly. I think it may be time for them to move on. Campground full sign is always out even when there are spots open.
Cathy C
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Camp host are very efficient and friendly to boot bathrooms were very clean and sheriff came through camp at least once a day the only draw back is Mosquitoes
Cathy C
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Camp host are very efficient and friendly to boot bathrooms were very clean and sheriff came through camp at least once a day the only draw back is Mosquitoes
Grant G
VerifiedJune 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
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Location Haystack Campground (East Shore)
Address:
P.O. Box 739
Prineville, OR, 97754
United States
From Highway 97: Exit Jericho Lane and go east for approximately 1.2 miles. Turn right on Haystack Drive (FS 7130 / FS 96) and continue on for about 2.1 miles. The Haystack Campground entrance is on the left.
From Highway 26: Exit on Laurel Lane (FS 96) and go west for approximately 4 miles. Bear right at the intersection of FS 7130 / FS 96 and continue on for about 2 miles. Haystack Campground entrance will be on the right.
Haystack Campground is accessible via Highway 97 and Highway 26. The campground can be reached from Highway 97 by exiting onto Jericho Lane or from Highway 26 by exiting onto Laurel Lane.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.4945 / -121.142
Elevation: 873 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Fees & deposits
- There is a $7.00 fee per vehicle per day for the day use area, and no other recreation passes are accepted.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-highway vehicles and horse riding are prohibited in the campground.
Site types & loops
- The campground offers both reservable and first-come, first-served sites.
Fires & fuel
- To protect local forests, please do not move firewood; burn it near your camping destination instead.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
