Is drinking water available at Rancho Mateo?

Yes — potable water is available at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have cooking equipment?

Yes — cooking equipment is available at Rancho Mateo. BBQ with a side burner.

Does Rancho Mateo have wifi?

Yes — wifi is available at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at Rancho Mateo.

How do you get to the site at Rancho Mateo?

2WD accessible. Park at your site.

Are pets allowed at Rancho Mateo?

Yes — Rancho Mateo is pet-friendly. Off leash.

Are campfires allowed at Rancho Mateo?

No — campfires are not allowed at Rancho Mateo. However, the ban still allows charcoal grills, gas BBQs, gas stoves and smoking.

What is the check-in process at Rancho Mateo?

You'll meet and greet with your host Matt upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Rancho Mateo?

Full refund anytime before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Rancho Mateo?

Check-in between 1pm – 8pm. Check-out at 11am.

How far in advance can you book at Rancho Mateo?

Same-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Does Rancho Mateo have toilets?

No — no toilets at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have showers?

No — no showers at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have laundry?

No — no laundry at Rancho Mateo.

Does Rancho Mateo have a playground?

No — no playground at Rancho Mateo.

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Rancho Mateo

Hosted by Matt · Bend, Oregon

4 guests max

99%

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32 reviews

Matt is a Star Host

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Pitch a tent or back your trailer (Up to 16 feet) in the middle of five acres. Access to picnic table, and propane barbeque with one cook top burner (Propane included). The campsite borders a small farm with goats, sheep and more. Located in Central Oregon just a few minutes from Tumalo State Park, the Deschutes River that runs through downtown Bend. The river is popular for people who want to float the lazy river on their own tubes or rafts with a taxi service with drop-off and pick you up. The Old mill district is popular for shopping In downtown Bend and boarding the river is an amphitheater that hosts top name bands every few weeks. Rancho Mateo is less than ten minutes from "The Cascade Village Shopping Center" with many restaurant and shopping options to the south. Ten minutes to the north is Tumalo Town offering food carts at “The Bite” with tasty local beers on tap. Tumalo town has two cider tasting rooms (Bend Cider and Tumalo Cider). In Tumalo town, you will find a general store offering refillable beer and cider growlers. It has a deli with gas, diesel, and propane. Tumalo town also a coffee shop, pizza parlor, tavern and the historic “Tumalo Feed Co. Steakhouse” with an old town western feel. For you adventure people, there’s Smith Rock State Park 30 minutes to the north and Mt Bachelor 50 minutes west for you downhill and Nordic skiers. Between Mt Bachelor and my Rancho Mateo site, you can find lots of hiking and impressive mountain bike trails including the Phil’s trail system network. Five minutes north on Old Bend Redmond Highway is "Schilling's Garden Market offering mini venues, gardening classes and fresh produce along with plants for sale. Fifteen minutes north is “Well Rooted” where you can pick your own fresh produce and buy meets and more. Twenty-five minutes N/W is the small town of Sisters with a small-town charm. The Deschutes fairgrounds and Redmond airport 15 minutes north.Bend is a retired logging town and popular for vacationing for all things outdoors. Mountain biking, hiking in the national forests, floating the lazy river and climbing at Smitch Rock are some of the most popular things to do. There are many excellent restaurants, food carts and shopping with no sales tax on goods and food. The views of the mountains are spectacular.

Rig suitability

Vehicles under 24 feet allowed

Allowed rigs: travel trailers, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents

Back-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Flat

It almost completely flat.

No fifth wheels

Electrical hookup available

Less than 30 amps. 20 amp

Water hookup available

On-site hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 24 ft

Bend is a retired logging town and popular for vacationing for all things outdoors. Mountain biking, hiking in the national forests, floating the lazy river and climbing at Smitch Rock are some of the most popular things to do. There are many excellent restaurants, food carts and shopping with no sales tax on goods and food. The views of the mountains are spectacular.

No campfires

No toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

Water hookup

Reviews

99%· 34 reviews

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Matt's campsite offers a peaceful and private retreat just outside of Bend, blending easy access to town with a serene farm atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate the thoughtful amenities, including Wi-Fi, potable water, and a clean porta-potty, as well as the shade provided by trees and umbrellas. Guests consistently highlight Matt's friendly and accommodating nature, with many noting the unique charm of neighboring farm animals. Whether setting up a tent or parking a camper van, visitors enjoy the quiet, clean, and well-maintained setting, making it an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility with convenience.
Zoe A.
Tent camped with friends, Aug 2026.
Recommends
Love this spot! A great environment with the farm animals and flattened tent spot was great! Also the camp host was so kind and communicative!
Slam M.
Tent camped, Aug 2026.
Recommends
Matt has a great little spot and is a great host. It was quiet and shady and close enough to town and all directions in-between.
Jinnie H.
Tent camped, Aug 2026.
Recommends
Matt was kindly showed us around the farm. Was very peaceful and pretty quiet considering surrounded by all fun farm animals.

Amenities

Potable waterSpigot
Picnic tables
Electricity hookupLess than 30 amps
Water hookupOn-site hookup
Wifi
Trash disposalCompost bin, Recycling bin, Trash bin
Cooking equipmentPrivate, Stovetop or hot plate, Sink or other dishwashing station, BBQ
No fire pits
No toilets
No showers
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site.
Pet-friendlyOff leash.
No campfiresCampfires aren't permitted here. However, the ban still allows charcoal grills, gas BBQs, gas stoves and smoking.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Matt upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund anytime before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in between 1pm – 8pm. Check-out at 11am.
Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.