U.S. Forest Service · Ochoco NF - FS

South Shore Group Sites

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. 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.

First-come, first-served2 sites

Campsites

Group sites	2
Total	2

Getting there

From Highway 97: Exit Jericho Lane and head East for approximately 1.25 miles. Turn right on Springer Road (FS 7130/FS 96) and proceed approximately 1.5 miles. South Shore Campground will be on the left. From Highway 26: Exit Laurel Lane (FS 96) and head west for approximately four miles.

Campgrounds nearby

Reservable

Haystack Reservoir

South Shore Group Campground

OR · 3 sites

0 miles away

Reservable

Ochoco NF - FS

Haystack Campground (East Shore)

OR · 27 sites

0.4 miles away

Reservable

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OR · 91 sites

16.2 miles away

Reservable

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Monty Campground

OR · 12 sites

18.5 miles away

First-come

Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River

Mecca Flat Campground

19.5 miles away

First-come

Trout Creek Trail

Trout Creek Campground

22.6 miles away

Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.