10 acres hosted by Larry & Gretchen M.
3 tent sites
Great for groups
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
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Desert
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97% Recommend113 ratings · 89 reviews
We booked all 3 sites for a friends birthday so we had privacy. The sites are very spread out, graded and graveled, and really thoughtfully designed. There are two composting toilets, a nice little instant water heater shower and grill at the group site, and propane firepits with propane at each site. They even have little lights to illuminate the path because desert nights can get dark! We were there during a new moon so the sky was SPECTACULAR.
I will remind folks that this is an area where people live and work, so you will hear and see them on occasion, but it is FAR superior to staying in a crowded, loud, messy campground.
Thank you L&G for sharing your lovely property with us and creating such a comfortable space.
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Teala A.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Site
Clean campsites with all the extras you need. Had a beautiful time and loved the dark view of the night sky. It does get windy so make sure you have good tent stakes. 😊
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Kate K.
3 reviews
This site is pretty, with great views of the sunset and the stars. My friend and I were looking for something not too rugged on our way to a very rugged trip in the desert, and this was perfect. We were the only people camping in the tent sites, so we had a lot of privacy and no neighbors. I would imagine you might hear people at the sites next to you if the tent sites are full, but the two small tent sites are separated by a composting toilet, providing privacy. It was also lovely having a propane fire pit since burn bans are in place. It was really nice being able to stay up and stay warm when it got dark and cold and the stars came out. Directions were direct and easy, and we were able to arrive and set up without any hassles. Overall a great, convenient site! I would recommend staying here and will likely return!
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Nichole G.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site #2
We loved being at Larry and Gretchen’s. We appreciated being out in the middle of nowhere. Having the composting toilet was a huge bonus.
Note that you are out on the middle of nowhere and it takes 30 -45 minutes to get anywhere but that’s what we liked about it. There were several off leash “neighborhood dogs” around so we were glad that we didn’t have ours with us.
Enjoy the stars, the view, and the spectacular sunsets!!!
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Katie T.
2 months on Hipcamp
This was such a wonderful spot! Removed from any town or major road, it truly was a desert oasis. Beautiful views and everything was perfectly clean! Cannot wait to visit again!
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Naomie Lou N.
2 months on Hipcamp
We had a great time staying at this group site! Hosts were super quick to respond when we had difficulty starting the fire pit. The shower was great to have and came in handy on the hot days. Lots of space for our dog to play and chase lizards.
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Shaundra C.
11 months on Hipcamp
It was clean, beautiful scenery, easy to find, and well accommodated......nice site lighting, easy fire pit, garbage, restroom set-up. Next time I'd bring a tent pad for below my tent so the rocks didn't poke it as much (just to protect my tent bottom from tears), but I loved it. I was just there to camp at night, was at the Painted Hills all day so it as nice and cool when I got back to make dinner and hang for the evening.
Already recommended it to several friends! I always have goo dluck with Hip Camp, thank you!
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Abbey C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Site
We will definitely be back! Great location and great amenities. Bathrooms are clean, site provides anything you could need for camp cooking. Basically all you need to bring is a tent, sleeping pad, and sleeping bag. Great views of sunsets, mountains, and stars. Our whole group had a fantastic time at this spot
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Joseph T.
3 reviews
Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Everything there for your camping needs, just bring your tent and food.
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Sue C.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Group Site
Beautiful view and great amenities! Very communicative and helpful hosts
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Britt M.
2 reviews
This location is perfect for star gazing and getting away from it all.
Cell service is strong, if you are into that, but I spent two days alone with a telescope and soaked up some beautiful night skies.
I even saw a massive shooting star streak across the sky!
The bathroom is amazing and by far one of the best and cleanest I have experienced thus far on HipCamp!
I am staying here again.
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Genevieve M.
3 reviews
Larry & Gretchen have done it right! Their place is the perfect glamping getaway and we will certainly be back. Great location in proximity to Bend, Smith Rocks, and the Crooked River. Had everything we needed plus a magical sunset view!
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Ginelle D.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #2
Great site! Wasn't too hard to find at night. The restroom was really clean. The landscape was so cool and exactly what we were looking for on our adventure.
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Brooke A.
5 reviews
This site is a consistent favorite of ours! I’ve tent camped here three times now, and it does not fail to impress. The amenities are fantastic and the location is beautiful. It’s less than an hour into Bend but the site is secluded and the land is wide open, perfect for a getaway.
Hannelore R.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #1
Such a lovely stay! The sunset was absolutely stunning!
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Marin M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #2
Excellent campsite in beautiful central Oregon! The sunsets and stargazing here were spectacular. Our Toyota 4Runner had no issue accessing the campsite, and the compost toilet was very easy to use. We brought a wagon to help transport our supplies from the car to the campsite and were glad we did. The propane fire pit was a lovely touch. Would stay here again!
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Sandy M.
1 year on Hipcamp
My second campout here. Great place for stargazing. There was a faint glow above Madras to the west, but skies here are dark enough to see the Milky Way.
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Robert G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Group Site
Tent camping here was lovely overall. The views were beautiful-- sunrises, sunsets and stargazing was unrivaled. The composting restroom was convenient and very clean. There is a path from the parking area to the site, while it Is not particularly long, a rolling cart would have been helpful for setup. I would return again with a cart and some sort of canopy for shade in the summer months.
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Molly T.
2 reviews
I was looking for a place to camp with dark skies and unobstructed views. I was not dissapointed.
The compost toilet was clean, no odor. I didn't make use of the shower, but that's a nice touch if you've spent the day exploring.
I stored my food trash in my car, but still had some field mice trying to rummage through some gear I left outside of my tent.
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Robert G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Site
The group had beautiful views of the sunset and sunrise! The site had plenty of room for 3 tents, including one large tent. The grounds were beautiful and it was convenient to be so close to Bend. :)
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Chelsea W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
This location has beautiful views of stars a night!
Lasaundra W.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #1
We had a great stay here! Simple, quiet, great views. There were a lot of dogs barking throughout the night which was the only downside
Amelia H.
3 reviews
Superb tent site! Clean, comfortable and with a panoramic view of the dessert and mountains. This hipcamp is well designed and beautifully maintained. My only complaint was a nearby camper who kept music playing through out the night. But, I would definitely revisit this place.
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Marion D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #1
Nice spot and easy to find! Perfect spot for stargazing!
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Amanda P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· June 2024
Tent ·
Group Site
Wonderful desert views and absolutely stunning sunsets and moon rises!
The composting bathroom and solar heated shower were wonderful additions and were nice to use after a long and hot day biking the Crooked River Scenic Bikeway nearby. Such an amazing ride along the river to Prineville and back! We also hiked the Chimney Rock trail.
We had the whole place to ourselves, no other campers, so it was peaceful for the most part. Not sure what the deal is with all of the abandoned vehicles/RVs right on the property…wasn’t sure if there were people living there or not. It’s not disclosed in the property description and none of the photos really show that it’s there. So not quite as private as the photos might lead you to believe.
Also, the property neighbors tend to have heated arguments, cursing and yelling at each other and slamming things. It definitely made me a bit uncomfortable an I didn’t love having this in earshot of camp. Their dogs also tend to bark a lot and wander over onto this property. None of this would necessarily deter me from staying here again, I just would have liked to know about it beforehand.
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Mary Grace M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Great spot! 360 degree view of mountains, watched the sunset and moon rise in less than ten minutes. Clean and well kept! The gas fire pits are a great touch!
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Madeleine L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #1
This was a sweet camp spot in the desert! Excellent views of the cascade range in the distance. It was 36 degrees out in the morning in June so the propane fire pit was also a nice touch. I would definitely recommend staying here!
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Isaac B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Site
Site is well organized and has nice accommodations. Beautiful view of the sunset, using the fire pit is nice, and it's a short drive from the reservoir for water activities.
Charles L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Group Site
Had a great stay! There was a nice clean composting toilet, outdoor shower, cooking area, and propane fire pit to keep warm.
The stars were stunning at night, and it was close enough to Bend and the other things we wanted to do. Would absolutely recommend.
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Emily L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site #1
Beautiful campsite with beautiful views! The site was very clean and well stocked with what we needed. Happily surprised to see such a clean bathroom as well. Excellent for star gazing.
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Sam R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Location
Prineville, Crook, Oregon, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Larry & Gretchen M.
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