SOUTH SHORE GROUP SITES

About

Overview Haystack South Shore Group Campground is the only group campground on Haystack Reservoir. Each of the two campsites holds up to 50 people. This is a year-round facility ideal for large events such as family reunions or groups of rock climbers visiting nearby Smith Rock State Park. Natural Features: South Shore is located in the high desert landscape with views of Mt. Jefferson as a scenic backdrop. Juniper trees and sagebrush dot the landscape. The combination of a low forest canopy and 3,000 ft. elevation make this a perfect location for stargazing at the wide open sky on clear nights. Eagles and other birds inhabit the shoreline of the lake. Recreation: Haystack Reservoir is a popular fishing spot for a variety of species, including kokanee, rainbow trout, largemouth bass, black crappie and brown bullhead catfish. The lake is cool, but a comfortable temperature for swimming. Motorized boating is allowed. Boat launches are located at nearby Haystack and West Shore day use areas. The surrounding national grassland also provides ample opportunities for hunting, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and riding off-highway vehicles. Facilities: The facility is very comfortable for group events, providing several picnic tables, campfire rings and plenty of parking. There are two group sites, Willow and Cottonwood, which are out of sight from each other. Although there is no drinking water at this facility, it is available at Haystack Campground down the road. There are no hookups. Vaulted toilets are located near both sites. Nearby Attractions: Smith Rock State Park , best known for its many rock climbing routes, is a short drive away.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

• dump station

  Dump station

  6.3 mi

• fuel station

  Metolius Market

  6.5 mi

• grocery

  Grocery Outlet

  8.5 mi

• potable water

  Potable water

  7.3 mi

• trailhead

  Cyrus Horse Camp Trailhead

  3.8 mi

• attraction

  Viewpoint

  0.5 mi

• recreation site

  Boat launch

  0.4 mi

Contact & access

• 3160 NE 3rd Street · Prineville, OR 97754
• 208-270-0094