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Crater Lake Private Woodlands

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· Prospect, Jackson, Oregon
100 acres hosted by Daniel L.
1 lodging site · 1 RV/tent site · 1 RV site · 1 tent site
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Private and protected forest woodlands, trails, wildlife, ponds, wildflowers, old growth timber and views. Unspoiled nature at its best! We are located in southern Oregon near Crater Lake NP, just off of hwy 62, part of the Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway, more commonly known as the "highway of waterfalls" and near the little town of Prospect on what is known as the beautiful side of Crater Lake NP. Three waterfalls, a pizza parlor, the Prospect Cafe, and the Historic Hotel are all within a two-mile radius. If you're after that famous pie at Beckie's Cafe, you are 10 minutes close. Our 100 acre ranch allows us to host guests in their own RV's, at camp/tent sites, or in our new A-frame Cabin all located in private, and even secluded, sites. Several well maintained trails wind throughout the property and can be enjoyed by guests. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the hiking, wildlife viewing, and the beautiful ponds and woods. Crater Lake Woodlands is part of the historic Katydid Ranch. Once owned by Boise Cascade who used it both for growing seedlings to replant logged mountain sides and as a vacation getaway for their executives, the story of Katydid Ranch goes back to the early 1900's when it's owner named "Katy" used it as the "half-way" overnight lodging for horse & buggy guests traveling to Crater Lake from the Rogue Valley. Leaving the valley at the crack of dawn, they could arrive at "Katy's" by nightfall, in time for a meal and sound mountain sleep. They'd hitch up at dawn and make it to Crater Lake by nightfall. Historically, the first residents were the Rogue River Takelma and Latgawa native Americans. Latgawa lived in the Rogue Valley of interior southwest Oregon. In their own language "Latgawa" means "those living in the “uplands," though they were also known as the Walumskni by the neighboring Klamath tribes. Specifically, Ha-ne-sakh. The Latgawa were one of two peoples who spoke the Takelma language. They were hunters, gatherers, weavers and fished the Rogue River. They were known to have a stationary settlement and trading post at the Katydid Ranch location. Their tribes lived in the upper Rogue River area extending beyond Prospect and Union up to Crater Lake. Since we've owned the Ranch, we've maintained the custom of welcoming overnight guests and at the same time, we continue to honor the protected wildlife designation given to it back in the 50's. Wildlife viewing is one the delights we share with our guests. Please be mindful of native wildlife keeping dogs on leash so as to avoid chasing and barking at wildlife. Thank you. The animals here include, but are not limited to black tail deer, elk, fox, coyote, ringtailed cat, raccoon, skunk, and also typically farther up the mountain are the elusive mountain lions and black bear which we have never spotted on our property. The ponds and surrounding area are home to migratory to the Oregon Pond turtle, Canada geese, quail, wild turkeys, various owls including the great horned owls, hawks, cranes and eagles. Our pond bird watcher friends spotted Common Mergansers, Ring Necked Ducks, Canada Geese…and a Loon. The bull frogs orchestrate the evening and can be heard at times throughout the day. Katydid Ranch is a wildlife sanctuary. The flora and fauna of the forest is abundant and diverse. This land is home to many native grasses, ferns, and berries, wild flowers, as well as many other edible and medicinal plants and numerous varieties of mushrooms. If you are visiting during blackberry season, feel free to pick, pick, pick and indulge. Katydid trees include old growth Douglas Fir, Ponderosa, Sugar, and Jeffrey Pine, various Cedar tree varieties, Incense Cedar, the majestic Pacific Madrone, Alder, Big Leaf Maple, Black and White Oak, Dog wood, and Vine Maple. You may also spot the prolific wild hazelnuts. As Forest Stewards, we are committed to maintaining a well balanced and diverse forest ecosystem.
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89 ratings · 76 reviews
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Skylar N.recommends
October 23, 2023
Deer Ridge camping
Really clear directions on how to find it and lots of privacy at the tent site!
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Lex B.recommends
October 20, 2023
Elk & Kin A-frame
Daniel’s Elk & Kin location was amazing!! Directions were very easy to find. Cabin was clean. Will definitely recommend it to friends!
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Natalie M.recommends
October 15, 2023
Elk & Kin A-frame
Secluded and Peaceful
If you are looking for a peaceful retreat, you have found the perfect spot. This cute little A-frame sits by a pond where you can listen and watch the birds. There are some great hiking trails on the property. The host is very responsive!! We had a perfect family retreat. We had a large group so we combined our stay with the Bunkhouse and the Meadow house.
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Porter R.recommends
October 9, 2023
Deer Ridge camping
Amazingly private camping. Beautiful lush sites with plenty of shade lots of room for spreading out. About 40 minutes to crater lake! I would absolutely come here again!
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Haley G.doesn't recommend
October 1, 2023
Meadow Mini/Dry RV/tent site
Isolated dirt patch
It was indeed a dry site, very isolated in the woods. It worked for a quick sleep spot but I wouldn't plan on spending any time here. It felt very isolated for a single traveling woman I was a bit on edge.
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Mark Richard P.recommends
September 18, 2023
Elk & Kin A-frame
Comfortable Curiosity
Nice place to reconnect with nature. The unique wall/window/door to the deck is awesome ! ! The pond is close enough to watch birds and hear frogs. I didn't get to explore as much as I would have liked . The easy trail loop past their tree Grove is a nice stroll. The path to the A-frame got an upgrade while I was there. The gas grill is new and the mattress' are too. They do need a much better sign or etc marking the entrance off the road. Pretty easy to drive right by day or night.
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Prospect, Jackson, Oregon, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Takelma, Cow Creek Umpqua, Modoc, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Daniel L.Joined in March 2020
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