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About Haystack Campground (East Shore)
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (164)
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
Keely N
VerifiedJuly 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Steve was an excellent host. No mosquitos when we arrived to our site.
Ezekiel R
VerifiedJuly 9, 2026 • Stayed at: Group 1, Loop: Haystack Campground (East Shore)
Camp host was friendly. Bathrooms clean. Campsite was clean. Great area!
Julie B
VerifiedJuly 11, 2026 • Stayed at: Group 2, Loop: Haystack Campground (East Shore)
The group site was nice because it offered a shade structure. We needed it!
The water here was very warm in early July so there was algae. I swam but and was ok, but I wouldn't go under and get it in my ears & nose.
Karisa D
VerifiedJuly 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
The camp ground is so great! I really love it there for dry camping! But the blue green algae put a damper on the whole trip. We actually spent our days on Lake Billy Chinook instead of playing in the haystack water. Unfortunately, we won’t be coming back until the forest finds a way to keep it non toxic for human and pets.
Eric H
VerifiedJuly 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
We had a pleasant and comfortable stay. Camp hosts were very attentive to their area and kept the bathroom immaculate. We will return!
Dave M
VerifiedJuly 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
The spot that was long enough, but not level; was good for big rigs, according to the website, so we moved to 13, it was better, but upon looking at the surroundings, and deciding that it was not a good place to invite 2 dinner guests to our site, we decided to move on.
Traci S
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: Group 2, Loop: Haystack Campground (East Shore)
I love the group site, especially now since they are gated & not just anyone can come thru your camp
alyssa m
VerifiedJuly 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Campsite Hosts were lovely, helpful people. The campsite itself was very well taken care of, toilets very clean, our site was raked and spotless upon our arrival. Would recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Liz S
VerifiedAugust 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
Upset that the websites were not up to date on fire regulations because when I booked it, the websites said yes. When I showed up, Camp host said no. There was nothing updated on websites about no fires. Definitely leaves a person wanting while camping to not have a roaring fire to keep you warm while star gazing.
Virginia D
VerifiedAugust 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE)
First night was smoky. Second night was very windy with a little rain. Noticeable bloom along the shoreline for about 4 ft, then clear. Hundreds of noisy geese on the east shore. First night there was loud noise, music and yelling until 2:45 am from the group camp across the water at the South Shore sites. Third day brought a FAT rattlesnake slithering through our campsite. No campfires allowed in firepits put a damper on our mornings and evenings. Bathrooms and roads were kept very clean.
Location & Directions for Haystack Campground (East Shore)
P.O. Box 739, Prineville, OR 97754 United States
Elevation: 873 ft
Getting There
From Highway 97: Exit Jericho Lane and go east for approximately 1.2 mi. Turn right on Haystack Drive (FS 7130 / FS 96) and continue on for about 2.1 mi. The Haystack Campground entrance is on the left.
From Highway 26: Exit on Laurel Lane (F...
From Highway 97: Exit Jericho Lane and go east for approximately 1.2 mi. Turn right on Haystack Drive (FS 7130 / FS 96) and continue on for about 2.1 mi. The Haystack Campground entrance is on the left.
From Highway 26: Exit on Laurel Lane (FS 96) and go west for approximately 4 mi. Bear right at the intersection of FS 7130 / FS 96 and continue on for about 2 mi. Haystack Campground entrance will be on the right.
Highway access
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.
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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