Haystack Ranch

95%

92 reviews

· Spray, Wheeler, Oregon · 500 acres

Hosted by Haystack Ranch A.

10 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

My family has owned the ranch since 1977. We bought it from my parents a few years ago to keep it in the family. We love living here, and although it is just the two of us working it, we are slowly getting it to what we want it to be. The house we live in is over 100 years old and used to be a stage coach stop back in the late 1800's to early 1900's, You can still see some of the old stage coach roads on the property, and we are trying to preserve those the best we can. Also in the early 1900's this ranch used to be the place to go on the fourth of July. People from all over would bring their prize horses to compete in a horse race for the name of the fastest horses around While others would bring picnic baskets to set back on the knoll in one of our fields to watch. Learn more about this land: We are a 500 Acre working ranch located in Beautiful East Central Oregon, We are Between The stunning Painted Hills, and Umatilla National Forest. Just a few miles away from the Gorgeous John Day River, where Rafting, Tubing, Fishing, Swimming is always a welcome retreat. A few miles above us is Bull Prairie Lake and the wonderful Umatilla National Forest where hiking, sight seeing and wildlife viewing is always available.We are a 500 Acre working ranch located in Beautiful East Central Oregon, We are Between The stunning Painted Hills, and Umatilla National Forest. Just a few miles away from the Gorgeous John Day River, where Rafting, Tubing, Fishing, Swimming is always a welcome retreat. A few miles above us is Bull Prairie Lake and the wonderful Umatilla National Forest where hiking, sight seeing and wildlife viewing is always available.

RV details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Caravans, Camper Trailers, Motorhomes, Campervans, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 10 meters allowed

Pull-through site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

Surface levelness: requires levelling

Generators allowed

They wont bother us but if there are several campers at the same time please be respectful. :)

No electrical connection

No water connection

Water tanks may be filled at the house if you desire.

No sewage connection

There is a dump site 5 miles away if you need to empty!

No TV connection

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

6 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash

Potable water available

Hose, pump or well. There is water at our house to fill tanks, jugs whatnot. Feel free to come on up!

Bins available

Trash bin

Picnic table present

Some of the sites have picnic tables. We will be bringing more in as we get them made. If your campsite does not have one and you would like one just holler and we can move it for you. We also have folding tables available!

No showers

Bathe in river or stream

Cooking equipment absent

BBQ's and solar oven coming soon!

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 10:00 AM

Check out: Before 1:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 18 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Regarding Extras - Please Readgood

$0.00

Please do not purchase extras through the Hip Camp Site, We have these available to the public here as well and we never know what will be available when. You can message us for what you want and we can set it aside for you if it is available or let you know we are out. Thank you so much for understanding.

SEEDS!good

$0.50

To many to list but if it goes in a garden I am sure I have it along with some that don't! I will start putting a list together soon!

Soap Making Class! experience

$50.00

If I have advance notice I am MORE than willing to show anyone that wants to how to make your own soap at home! Easy and quick Cold Process soap making is fun and SO MUCH better than what you buy in the store! You can even choose what types of oils you want to go into it and take 2 bars of soap with you when you go!

All Natural Grass Fed Beefgood

$6.50

Hamburger available! We raise it here on the ranch - A butcher comes out takes it with him to process it. It is all packaged in 1 lb packages, In the freezer ready for you to enjoy! Price is 6.00 a lb.

Firewood bundlegood

$0.00

During campfire season, We have firewood stacked in a central location near the bathrooms. There is a donation box there for payments. Feel free to enjoy yourself but please remember to put it out before you leave it!

Dozen eggsgood

$3.00

We have a mini fridge in the driveway for anyone that wants eggs! self serve so I never know how many are available at a time. But you are welcome to whats there!

Homemade soapgood

$5.00

All Natural Homemade Soap When available! Colored with Spices such as beet root, Turmeric, Hibiscus,,, Made with oils that are GREAT for your skin! If you have something in mind before you come let me know and I can do SOME custom orders, Time permitting!

Reviews

95% Recommend109 ratings · 92 reviews

Haystack Ranch offers a serene and spacious camping experience with beautiful scenery and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great base for exploring nearby attractions like John Day Fossil Beds. The hosts are praised for their warm hospitality and attentiveness, ensuring campers have what they need. While the location is quiet and provides great stargazing opportunities, some guests noted the lack of water at the campsite and the presence of poky grass seeds. Overall, it is a well-maintained site with clean amenities and ample space for campers to enjoy their time in nature.

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C A.

2 reviews

Not recommend

· April 2025

Misleading - "Outhouse" has NO DOOR

Tent · With kids

When we arrived we saw the outhouse has no door, just a curtain. I was not comfortable with that, and definitely not ok with sending my young daughter to use an outhouse in a shared campground without a door that locks. This might be fine for some people, but the host needs to be upfront about this - I specifically asked what the outhouse was like before booking, they said it is "basically a porta-potty" - I have never seen a porta-potty WITHOUT A DOOR. We left immediately and luckily found an open campsite nearby. We had booked 4 nights for $150+ dollars, the host didn't even offer a partial refund even though we could not stay there even 1 night due to misinformation from the host.

Philip H.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Too wet to camp, but it worked!

8 m travel trailer · With pets

We booked when the area was too wet for camping, so the hosts located an alternative spot for us. Super nice host! We even got brownies and firewood! Will definitely stay at the real location next time we need a spot there. The area is beautiful!

Jia Y.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

5 m travel trailer · With kids

Beautiful and peaceful place to stay while visiting John Day Fossil beds. Hosts are super thoughtful and helpful. Would definitely return when visiting the area

Chris C.

11 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

9 m travel trailer

Enjoyed the scenery, good level to set up the trailers. Purchased some hamburger that was raised on the ranch, and it was good.

Katrina L.

1 year on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· August 2024

Tent

It would be really helpful to have water AT the campsite and not just at the host's house. Also perhaps a PortaPotty that an be emptied and cleaned instead of an outhouse. More photos to show a realistic view of the actual area around the campsite.

Catherine C.

4 reviews

Recommends

· July 2024

Starry, starry nights!

5 m pop-up camper · With pets

Large sites with newly built outhouse and small sink shared with a couple of other sites. Quiet, remote area but not too far from Painted hills and town. Host was friendly when we had to stop at house to get more info on where the sites were located and kept things well stocked. If you want to see stars at night, this is your place!

Location

Spray, Wheeler, Oregon, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Nüümü (Northern Paiute), and Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking