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Dancing Creek Farm

99%

· Oakland, Douglas, Oregon

170 acres hosted by Ron R.

3 RV/tent sites

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In 1948 a wildfire came thru what then was a mixed forest of spars old growth conifers, evergreen and deciduous broadleaf trees burning intensely enough to render the entire area to primarily grassland. Today it is quickly returning to primarily mixed forest, recovering the ability to hold water at cooler temperatures as it once did. Nestled on the south slope of Dickinson Mountain it offers plenty of sunshine yet some of the best cool freshwater to be found anywhere. Although much of this paradise is considerably steep there are ample cow and goat trails to make exploring extremely enjoyable. Bachelor Creek which runs thru approximately 1/2 mile of the Southeast portion is home to beaver, cutthroat, western pond turtles, great blue heron, and many other wildlife. There is a pair of resident Redtail hawks, wild turkeys, deer, bobcat, coyote, cougar, mink, flying, silver grey, and pine squirrels, owls (sawhete, screach, Pigmy, barred, and great horned), and many others. There are also many swimming holes on Bachelor Creek and a tributary we call Dancing creek, although they are all somewhat small the water is nice and refreshing for a quick dip on a warm day. This is a working farm raising cattle, and chickens. On that note please don't feed any of the animals as they could become a real nuisance. If you are going to be leaving your camp for a hike or swim etc. please secure any food items to avoid a potential disaster. The farm is 170 acres (a half mile by a half mile) and there is a fence all the way around it. Feel free to hike wherever, as long as you don't cross any fences you are still here. You can take a dip in the creek where it comes out of the culvert below the road and there is a picnic table at each site as well as at the dipping hole.

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Swimming

Wildlife watching

Natural features

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Mountainous

Farm

99%

195 ratings · 86 reviews

Theresa L.recommends

August 8, 2024

Site 1 - Dancing Creek Farm

This is my favorite camp ever. I camp here every year and feel safe.

Emily D.recommends

July 27, 2024

Site 2 - Dancing Creek Farm

Ron’s land was very beautiful! The campsite was super private and easy to find. We really enjoyed the sounds of the stream nearby. Ron was also very kind and helpful during our stay :)

Siana P.recommends

July 22, 2024

Site 2 - Dancing Creek Farm

Site 2

My group and I had an amazing camping experience at dancing creek farm! We stayed at site 2 where the creek runs beside the campsite, with beautiful scenery & shaded with lots of trees. Ron was very accommodating to our needs & easy to communicate with. Bathroom & shower were clean. The dipping hole was nice to cool down & the cutest cows came to say hi! I would definitely stay here again!

Kimberly Z.recommends

July 1, 2024

Site 2 - Dancing Creek Farm

We had a great time camping on Ron's land. He greeted us when we arrived and was incredibly friendly. We set up at Site 2 with no issues and loved the seclusion of the site. We slept to the sounds of running creek water and the kids loved the small creek access where they got to pick blackberries. We hiked to the top of his property to enjoy a gorgeous meadow and view of his land. It was a great experience.

Maisie P.recommends

June 22, 2024

Site 2 - Dancing Creek Farm

Perfect Peaceful Night Off I-5

Exactly as described and really a perfect pit stop for the night that is conveniently off of I5 but away from the noise of the high way. It was so nice to wander some trails on the property and see the livestock around. It was peaceful and private for a good nights rest. Ron was very accommodating.

Heather L.recommends

June 19, 2024

Site 2 - Dancing Creek Farm

Ron greeted me upon arrival and showed me around. Ron put a lot of effort into these sites. He built an outhouse, a shower, and had running water for drinking. He provided us with a ton of fire wood, plenty for the weekend. Our site was right next to a creek and it sounded so lovely. No mosquitos. The next day we were greeted by about 20 cows and calves, they were so friendly and walked right up to me (slowly) for pets and licked my hand! And when I asked them to move away from our site because they were getting close, they listened! That honestly made my morning. Thank you Ron for your hospitality.

Location

Oakland, Douglas, Oregon, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Cow Creek Umpqua, Kalapuya, Yoncalla, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking