The best desert campgrounds near Pendleton, Oregon

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for all things camping in the United States! If you're looking for a desert adventure near Pendleton, Oregon, we've got you covered with over 86 options to choose from. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a newbie, we've got something for everyone. Our top campsites, Milk A Sheep Camp (202 reviews), Haystack Ranch (37 reviews), and The Dirt E Moor (11 reviews), have been highly recommended by fellow campers. With popular amenities like showers, campfires, and toilets, and exciting activities such as off-roading, wind sports, and swimming, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $15, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. So pack your bags and get ready for an amazing desert camping adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pendleton

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for all things camping in the United States! If you're looking for a desert adventure near Pendleton, Oregon, we've got you covered with over 86 options to choose from. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a newbie, we've got something for everyone. Our top campsites, Milk A Sheep Camp (202 reviews), Haystack Ranch (37 reviews), and The Dirt E Moor (11 reviews), have been highly recommended by fellow campers. With popular amenities like showers, campfires, and toilets, and exciting activities such as off-roading, wind sports, and swimming, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $15, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. So pack your bags and get ready for an amazing desert camping adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pendleton

1. Peebler Camp

96%

(23)

11mi from Pendleton · 1 site · Tent, RV

This campsite is a pull thru road that has a sun and wind block overlooking local farm fields. Camp is two miles from freeway exit yet miles from any home other than the working homestead that was started in 1890 with huge barn built in 1906 next door. This is a great place to rest for the night or a week. - simple, safe, and private out of the way. From I-84 you will take exit 198 for Lorenzen/McClintock Rd. Turn onto Lorenzen. Drive one mile until you get to an intersection next to a grain bin. Turn left (west) and drive for almost one mile. As you near the two openings for the site, you will see the sun shelter directly on your left. You want to turn at the 2nd opening, by the sign that says IN. You can pull up right next to the shelter and set up your space however you like. That way, when you leave you will exit by the sign that says OUT and be headed back towards the interstate like you came. This is a dry camp with no water access or restrooms. This site is 12 miles west from the world-famous Pendleton Round-Up. 8 miles east of Echo Ridge Winery, Sno Road Winery, Echo historical museum, and Echo Golf Course. Simple dining can be found in Echo at H and P cafe and in nearby Stanfield at Broken Barrel Restaurant/Bar with great burgers.

2. Brown Barrel TC

98%

(20)

38mi from Pendleton · 2 sites · RVs

Brown Barrel TC is a country like setting within city limits. It is located less than 10 minutes from Highway 395. A peaceful setting near a seasonal creek gives you the opportunity to experience urban accessibility and a tranquil, rural ambiance. This property gives you the getaway you are looking for in a safe environment in city limits. It is close to all the amenities in the city including restaurants, wineries, parks, and the Columbia River! Water flows down the creek from mid April to mid October.

3. Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

100%

(320)

47mi from Pendleton · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Didn't know you could milk a sheep? Or thought only cows made cheese? Come find out how it's done on this seasonal working ranch here in Eastern Oregon. Lambs are born in the spring and their moms are milked all summer long. I raise my sheep on fresh grass and sunshine. Come see for yourself here on the ranch. Pitch a tent on the pasture and literally count the sheep around you before falling asleep or climb the hill and see for miles in every direction. We may be close to the road, but it doesn't feel like it. We can accommodate campers, RVs, trucks, tents, and vans. 4 sites to chose from. Each site has access to a toilet, potable water, shower, picnic tables, trash disposal, and we allow campfires (outside of burn bans), and pets.  We also sell fresh eggs, firewood, and lamb sausage. Our guests love staying with us: "There’s fireside fun in fresh country air, rolling hills around the farm to walk along to enjoy the wide expansive view, and sights and sounds of animals around camp to make for a relaxing day. There’s kittens, dairy sheep, gigantic but friendly herd dogs, and a variety of chickens and ducks. The host was kind and friendly. Try the sheep’s milk cheese - what a treat!"

4. Red Bridge State Wayside

20 sites · La Grande, Oregon

Inhale the fresh pine scent from the ponderosas' yellow bark full of sweet-smelling sap.

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Public campgrounds near Pendleton

Red Bridge Campground

36mi from Pendleton · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Red Bridge State Wayside

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Kelly

October 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Brown Barrel TC

Cute, private little spot down low in a quiet spot by irrigation ditch and under some trees. In private land. Easily accessible. Thank you, Kara!

Enjoy the company of Lora, the daytime guard dog, and sheep if you camp in the pasture!

Keith

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

I had a very nice stay here. Host was very cool and nice. Really enjoyed the company of the dogs. It was cloudy the night I stayed, but I bet the view of the stars would be amazing here. Recommended.

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Diana

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brown Barrel TC

We loved this location. It was beautiful and peaceful and private. The sound of the running creek at night was so relaxing!

Some of the wood used came from a 100 year old coal barn.

Carol

September 2025

25 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Peebler Camp

Basic site but it was well kept and serene surroundings. Nothing to do so more a place to land for the evening . I suggest getting there before dark bc it might be difficult to find plus you'd miss the sunset which is wonderful. You can hear hwy 84 but it's background. The wind through the corn was what we heard most through the night

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Diana

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Brown Barrel TC

The property is absolutely beautiful…super green and very quiet and peaceful!! We loved it so much we extended our stay. I did get stung by two hornets so just be prepared to deal with critters but totally worth it!

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Jodie

September 2025

24 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Peebler Camp

We stayed at peepler campsite in our 24’ trailer and it worked out great for us. It was quiet. The road noise in the far distance sounded a bit like the ocean so it actually added to the atmosphere. We sat outside in the evenings in a sea of hay, and enjoyed the stars! Thanks for sharing your place Russell!

Emily

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

Always a wonderful experience! Such a laid back farm experience that’s great for kid. Terry is a wonderful person.

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Julie

August 2025

13 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Peebler Camp

Peebler Campsite was a great boondocking spot. The site was peaceful and secluded with beautiful views and sunset. Follow the directions provided and it is easy to access.

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Nathan

July 2025

38 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Peebler Camp

A great spot to stop for the night. Quite, clean and beautiful

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Cassandra

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

Terry was very accommodating and friendly. She was engaging with my kids, and let them ask question about milking the sheep, and said we could explore anywhere on her property. We had a great experience.

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Lisa

July 2025

23 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Brown Barrel TC

Great spot!!! It's in the shade and easy to access!! We will stay again when we are in the area, if it's available. Too bad there isn't a 30 amp plug, but we just used our generator to run our AC. We would pay more for that option.

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Daryn

July 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Peebler Camp

The Peebler camp worked perfect for us for a 2 night stay during the Pendleton Whisky Festival. It was pretty much exactly what we expected and worked great overall. Only suggestions would be, maybe 5 minutes with a weed eater to knock down the thorny weeds around the shade shelter and maybe a little fine tuning of the gravel at the entrance/exit. We did have a jack stand on our trailer get bent pretty bad due to the gravel at the entrance being too high. Just future info for others. We would still stay here again.

Sara

July 2025

20 ft travel trailer

1 night at Peebler Camp

A peaceful and pretty private camping spot with pleasant countryside views. The grass had come to seed and was a bit sharp for our dogs but we were able to walk them down the gravel road and they very much enjoyed that. It was close to the highway but we could not hear anything and had amazing views of the stars at night. We would definitely recommend the site to those seeking privacy and big sky views. Thank you for the lovely stay!

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David

June 2025

20 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

We had a wonderful time staying at Terry’s farm. Getting to help herd and milk the sheep was a great experience! Our kids loved bottle feeding several lambs and I enjoyed my early morning conversation with Terry about life as a small-scale farmer. We hope to get back there soon!

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Samuel

June 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

Our stay at Tin Willows was perfect and just what we hoped it would be. Our son loved feeding the sheep and fish. Thank you, Terry, for a great stay!

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John

June 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

Terri provided an enjoyable experience at her sheep ranch. We got to milk the sheep and learn all the ins and outs of managing this interesting operation.

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David

June 2025

21 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Brown Barrel TC

It was a nice shady spot and she had a 20 amp plug-in so we could keep cool in the 90 degree heat. Thank you so much!

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Kai

June 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Milk A Sheep Camp at Tin Willows

We didn’t quite know what to expect when we visited Terrys farm, but we immediately fell in love with the place and with Terry. We got to milk sheep, eat some incredible homemade ice cream, pet the cute farm dogs and sleep under the stars. This was truly a 10/10 experience and we can’t wait to come back with our friends!

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Beth

June 2025

24 ft Class A

With pets

1 night at Brown Barrel TC

This is a lovely spot! So private, quiet, and shady for those hot tri-city days. The breeze and creek sounds are the perfect addition to this cozy, secret paradise. Perfect for an overnight with our kids and dog.