Oregon · published-coordinate region
Haystack Campground (East Shore)
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USDA Forest Service23Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
23Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Haystack Campground (East Shore) is located in central Oregon's scenic Crooked River National Grassland. With a view of Mt. Jefferson in the distance, visitors can enjoy the beautiful vistas while relaxing in the high desert.Recreation
Fishing is a popular pastime at the reservoir, which is regularly stocked. Largemouth bass, rainbow trout, kokanee, along with crappie and catfish are some of the species that inhabit the water. Recreational boating is also popular with paved boat ramps available at Haystack Campground as well as at the West Shore Campground. Swimming is also permitted.
Nearby areas provide other activities such as rock climbing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and ATV use.Facilities
Haystack Campground offers 24 spacious campsites that will accommodate tents to large RVs. It is located on the east shore of Haystack Reservoir and has paved interior roads and site pads. Each campsite has a picnic table and campfire ring. There are five vault toilets conveniently located throughout the campground. Potable water is available at the RV fill station located just past the entrance station. In addition to the individual campsites, there are Group Sites and Day Use areas that have covered picnic tables.
Natural Features
Near Madras, Oregon, Haystack Reservoir's 240 surface-acres are surrounded by a high desert landscape of juniper trees and sagebrush.
The expanse of water attracts waterfowl such as common loon, horned grebe, red-necked grebe, and eared grebe for a respite during migration. Rarities that have been reported are trumpeter swan, surf scoter, black-necked stilt, sanderling, bald eagle, osprey, and eastern kingbird. The spring breeding season in April through May produces nature's own concert from Pacific chorus frog.
Nearby Attractions
Smith Rock State Park, a very popular area for rock climbing is about a 20-minute drive to the south. Also, a spectacular view of the Crooked River Gorge is available from an old highway bridge, now accessible by a short walk from a rest area just off Hwy 97 about 15 minutes south of the campground.
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Party limit
23
Vehicle limit
23
Vehicle length
23
Driveway entry
23
Shade
23
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
23
Operator directions
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.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
23 published campsite records
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View all 23 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 002 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 56 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 003 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 004 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 005 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 006 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 58 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 007 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 67 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 008 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 009 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 75 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 010 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 011 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 012 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 013 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 014 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 105 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 015 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 72 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 016 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 54 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 017 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 165 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 018 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 95 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 019 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 55 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 020 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 55 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 021 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 140 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 022 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 023 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 100 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 024 HAYSTACK CAMPGROUND (EAST SHORE) Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 100 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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