South Shore Group Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens in March and operates through November. Reservations must be made through Crook County Parks and Recreation District at 541-447-2599.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 12:03PM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have the potential to trap pollutants near the ground and deteriorate air quality. * WHERE...Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Oregon and Washington, Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, North Central Oregon, Central Oregon, Kittitas Valley, and Yakima Valley. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface, potentially leading to poor air quality.
About
South Shore Group Campground is the only designated group campground at Haystack Reservoir in Central Oregon near Madras. The campground features three primitive group sites, each accommodating up to 50 people with space for 25 RVs or tents, making it ideal for family reunions and large group gatherings. Each site is private from the others and includes picnic tables and fire rings. All campfires must be contained within the fire rings. The campground is managed by Crook County Parks and Recreation District and no longer accepts reservations through Recreation.gov. All roads and campsites are gravel, with a locked gate at the entrance requiring check-in with the campground host at West Shore Campground 0.5 miles up the road. Two vault toilets serve the campground, and potable water is available at West Shore Campground. Located on Haystack Reservoir in the high desert at 3,000 feet elevation, the campground offers beautiful views of the reservoir and Cascade Mountains including Mt. Jefferson and Mt. Hood. The setting features native vegetation including juniper trees, sagebrush, and bitterbrush. The reservoir is popular for fishing and small motorized boating, with boat ramps located at West and East Shore Campgrounds. The low forest canopy and elevation provide excellent stargazing opportunities. Wildlife viewing includes waterfowl, deer, eagles, osprey, and Great Blue Herons.
Directions
From Highway 97: Exit onto SW Jericho Lane and head east for approximately 1.25 miles. Turn right on SW Haystack Drive and proceed approximately 1 mile to South Shore Group Campground on the left. From Highway 26: Exit onto Laurel Lane (FS 96) and head west for approximately 4 miles. Turn right onto SW Haystack Drive and continue approximately 2 miles to South Shore Group Campground on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 447-2599 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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