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Haystack Lake

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
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Is Haystack Lake open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Ochoco National Forest. It doesn't name Haystack Lake, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Ochoco National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 2,860 ft
  • Crooked River National GrasslandOchoco National Forest

Haystack Lake is a Forest Service campground in Oregon, set within the Crooked River National Grassland ranger district of the Ochoco National Forest. It sits about 11 miles from the town of Madras, and the nearest town is Madras itself. The site is a simple base for an overnight stay. Vault toilets are the only listed amenity, and a fee is charged for use. The surrounding area offers more camping close by, with Haystack Campground (east shore) about 0.2 miles away and South Shore Group Campground about 0.5 miles away. For comfortable weather, late spring and early fall are the sweet spots. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Madras show May highs around 69°F and September highs around 78°F, with July and August peaking near 86°F. Winter brings highs in the low 40s and a few snowy days each month from December through February. Hikers can head to the Ridge Rider - Warner Loop and Ridge Rider - Cole Loop trails, both about 3.5 miles away. Climbers will find The Fourth Area roughly 7.7 miles off.

Around this trail

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  • Sleep close

    Haystack Lake

    Campground

    Campground · < 0.1 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Pump House

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 10 mi
  • If it rains

    Sisters Museum

    Museum

    In town

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