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Best Cabin Camping near Dayville, OR

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Several furnished cabins provide overnight accommodations near Dayville, Oregon with varying comfort levels. Fish House Inn and RV Campground offers cozy cabins with electrical hookups, running water, and full bathroom facilities. The Murderers Creek Guard Station features a rustic cabin experience with gas fireplace heating, a refrigerator, and basic kitchen equipment. One camper shared, "The building is quaint with gaslights, and gas fireplace. The fold out bed is old and worn out. I recommend putting an air mattress or at least sleeping pads on it." Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin provides a similar forest setting with toilet facilities and some basic amenities, though without electric hookups.

Rustic forest service cabins provide more remote accommodation options in the Malheur National Forest. Fall Mountain Lookout Cabin offers electric service but lacks plumbing facilities, making it suitable for visitors seeking a more primitive experience. Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site includes cabin options alongside its campground, with amenities like electricity, fifty-amp service, and shower access. A camper commented, "Clean, well maintained, cooking supplies provided, heated house with fridge. Outhouse was clean. Recommended bring your own light, the lanterns did not provide a lot of light and your own blanket for the beds." Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins prohibiting pets entirely.

Most forest service cabins require visitors to bring their own bedding, towels, and additional lighting sources. The Murderers Creek Guard Station has no running water, so visitors must bring adequate drinking and cooking water supplies. Cooking equipment varies significantly between locations - some cabins provide basic pots and pans while others have no kitchen supplies. Dayville has limited shopping options, so cabin visitors should arrive with necessary groceries and supplies. Propane appliances are common in the more remote cabins where electrical service is unavailable. Seasonal availability affects most cabin rentals in the area, with some forest service cabins only accessible during summer and fall months due to winter road conditions.

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44 Reviews of 13 Dayville Campgrounds

  • Brittney J.
    Oct. 15, 2019

    Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin

    Fall relaxing weekend

    Clean, well maintained, cooking supplies provided, heated house with fridge. Outhouse was clean. Recommended bring you own light, the lanterns did not provide a lot of light and your own blanket for the beds.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2022

    Anson Wright Memorial Park

    Be careful which site you reserve

    Anson Wright Park Campground was a very challenging campground to review, and that's because depending on what section you are in really affects the rating.  I gave it an overall score of 3, but be warned sections can run from zero stars to five stars.  So this will be a detailed review rating almost campsite by campsite.  To start the host of this campground was supper friendly, the campground has play ground and large grass area that the kids can play at.  A small fishing pond is at one end of the campground.  The campground has showers.  Use the restrooms at the "visitor center"  or at the ADA site, do not, and I mean do not attempt to use the outhouses.

    The break down by sites.

    Sites D1 and D2, the end of the campground near the fishing pond.  These two sites are on a hill above the fishing pond and have lots of room, no to little grass and dusty, picnic tables and fire pits - 3 stars

    Site D3 just below D1 and D2, small area next to BBQ area, no fire ring, has a picnic table small parking area, site is right along the campground road. Site is not flat and is bumpy 2-stars.

    Site D4, not sure where this one is, should be next to BBQ area, no sign indicating the site, no clear parking area, not flat, no fire pit. 1-star.

    Site D5, marking parking area, no fire pit, not table, no place to place a tent except on the edge of the gravel road, OK for an RV. 1-star

    Site D6, No clear parking area, grass area for a tent, no fire pit or table, right next to welcome sign. 2-stars

    D7, No clear parking area, no fire pit, no table, grassy area for a tent. 2-stars

    D8, never found it, 0-stars

    D9, just up from the visitor center, decent spot.  Fire ring and table 3-stars

    F7 though F10 get a 2-star.  F8 & F10 have tables, F10 and may F9 have fire rings.  F7 & F8 listed a ADA site, but not really, no fire ring or table.

    F11 good campsite 4-stars

    Cabin A - 5 stars

    F6 - not level 3 stars

    D13 Table, no fire ring, 3 -stars

    D14 good site 4-stars

    D10 decent site 3.5-stars

    D15 unable to find 0-stars

    D22 just a table in the grass, no parking area 1-star

    D11 is marked as D20 on a tree, noting but a big grassy area 1-star

    G2 and G3, decent sites but right on top of each other, table and fire ring, 3-stars

    F5 and G1, right on top of each other, only one has a fire ring but can't tell which site it is for. 2- stars

    F12 Big spot all by its self 4-stars

    F13 through F19, pretty much just a gravel parking area with tables and fire rings 2-stars

    F20 at the edge of the area for F13-19, but it has lots of grass, 3-stars

    D23 through D25, grassy area with one table, no clear area to park, not really marked 1/2-star

    D17 though D21, a Big negative star rating, do not reserve these, no access, overgrown, only one table in area, unable to find where the sites are, not maintained and appears to be area used to burn brush.

    The 5-star sites are sites numbers F1 though F4, these are large roomy drive through sites, you got an RV then these are the sites you want, up on hill above everyone.

    Would I stay here again, yes, but only if i knew I could get a good site, otherwise I will head down the road.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 25, 2022

    Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site Campground

    Close to the road yet peaceful

    General: 31 site state park that does not take reservations. There was plenty of availability at 4 pm on a Friday in April.

    Site Quality: Sites are all level with paved pads, ranging in length from 37 to 84 feet. Good separation between the sites and some have foliage providing some amount of privacy. A large picnic table, fire ring, electric hookup, and wastewater drain complete each site. There are also two teepees. Sites along the river are better; road noise would obviously be louder at the sites that back up to the road. 

    Bathhouse: Up to many Oregon State Park standards with hot water, soap, utility shelves, and paper towels. Clean. Showers are free ($2 for non-campers) but did not use so cannot comment on their quality. 

    Activities: Not too much to do but there is a nice nature trail about a half-mile long that meanders along the John Day River. It forks a couple of times and if you keep to the left each time, you will eventually end up at a fence at the boundary of private property, but it is easy enough to loop around and return to the campground. 

    Although this campground is close to the road and you will hear road noise, it was also peaceful and quiet during our stay.

  • G
    Sep. 9, 2020

    Murderers Creek Guard Station

    Great little spot

    Small Gaurd station but its all you need. It makes for a treat central  point for camping  or RV, but no beds in side cabin. We have slept on the floor  but the tard is perfect  for a tent or 3. The area is beautiful  but the creek  is so very tiny and back behind the cabin. It has a vault toilet that was very clean but we may have been  lucky  since it is not cleaned between guests. You can take a unpaved road to Dayville and the creek the runs alongside the road has lots of crawdads and is refreshing.

  • Quinn Z.
    Oct. 16, 2020

    Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site Campground

    Convenient, kinda...

    This really is an RV spot. Yes, you can tent camp here but it's expensive ($24 for Oregon residents, $34 for out of staters) and it's right next to the road. It's loud. Really loud. Wake you up when you're sleeping loud.

    That said, it does have all amenities: good Verizon service, firewood for sale, hot showers, tables, fire pits with grills, etc. And it's close to town. So for that it could be the right fit for people needing all that.

    For me, I'd skip it, especially if you're in a tent.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 27, 2017

    Murderers Creek Guard Station

    Murderer's Creek is Full of Surprises

    The Cabin

    Besides the pullout couch leaving a lot to be desired, this little guard station was wonderful. Perfect for two, this cabin comes with propane heat and powered appliances, so no need to sacrifice meal quality or comfort. We were here for Thanksgiving and it was great to be able to explore the Malheur National Forest during the crisp days, and come back to a warm cabin late in the afternoon. In the spring, I imagine you can fish the creek behind the cabin.

    The Wildlife

    If you hike a little off trail, there's plenty of wildlife to be seen. We ended up hiking to Horse Mountain (about 3.5 miles from the cabin), and saw wild horses early in the morning. We also saw mule deer and turkeys. Maybe it is because it was November, but there were very few people out exploring the area.

    The Terrain

    The forest was super easy to move through, and if you're driving from western Oregon, the terrain is quite an amazingly unique site given its golden hills and red rocks. All in all, I highly recommend staying here for a nature filled getaway.

  • Juice B.
    Aug. 8, 2019

    Murderers Creek Guard Station

    Loved the isolation in the middle of the forest.

    Wife and I stayed here in June 2019, and loved it. The building is quaint with gaslights, and gas fireplace. The fold out bed is old and worn out. I recommend putting an air mattress or at least sleeping pads on it. 

    There's a big refrigerator and gas stove in the kitchen, along with some pots and pans for cooking. But NO running water for drinking or cooking. so bring plenty of water. 

    There's a nice vault toilet outside the guard station. The outhouse is much newer than the guard station and kinda looks like a public toilet in the woods. But it's within the fenced boundary of the guard station. 

    Right in the middle of the Malheur Forest, this would be a great place to stay for deer/elk hunting season. 

    Fishing is good if you go over to the John Day river. 

    We saw Pronghorn in the Silvies Valley heading to the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. I had to see the place that the standoff with the Feds took place.

  • The Dyrt Tyler B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2019

    Victorian Lane Bed & Breakfast

    Modern Country Style Bed & Breakfast

    I'm a team member at The Dyrt kicking off the review section with some info from the campground's website.

    Victorian Lane Bed & Breakfast offers guests a rural setting in the form of a 5 bedroom single family country style home that resides on about 12 and a half acres. 

    They are nestled in the heart of the Eastern Oregon countryside - perfectly located for a secluded getaway!

  • Tanya B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2021

    Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site Campground

    Conveniently located

    We stayed at Clyde Holliday for one night on the way to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.  The campground is conveniently located near the town of John Day and is adjacent to the John Day River.  It had all the amenities we needed: electric hookups, water, T-mobile reception, hot showers, and a dump station. The hot showers were welcomed after our visit to wonderful (but dusty) Steens Mountain. We had the site just behind the information kiosk / pay booth, which was perfectly fine for a night, but as it was nearer the main road, I noticed the sound of traffic more than I might have had we gotten a river site. I liked the campground though, and would happily return in the future.

Guide to Dayville

Cabin accommodations near Dayville, Oregon place visitors in central proximity to John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. This eastern Oregon region experiences hot, dry summers with temperatures reaching 90°F and cold winters that can drop below freezing. The Malheur National Forest surrounds much of the area, with elevations ranging from 2,800 to 5,000 feet depending on location.

What to do

Wildlife viewing opportunities: The areas around Fish House Inn and RV Campground provide chances to observe local wildlife. "Dayville is a delightful small town with chickens and goats and horses as neighbors to the RV park," notes camper Lisa F.

Fishing at local ponds: At Anson Wright Memorial Park, visitors can access fishing areas without traveling far from camp. "A little fishing pond with small trout jumping. Very quiet and lovely campground," describes Darlene R. The park also includes "a small fishing pond at one end of the campground."

Trail exploration: The John Day River area offers nature paths for day hiking. Nancy M. explains that at Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site "Long side of the campground is the John Day River with a nice little nature path."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many cabins maintain high cleanliness standards. Gerard M. at Fish House Inn and RV Campground noted, "The bathrooms and showers are exceptionally clean and nice...they even include cloth hand and bath towels for you to use!"

Hot showers: Free shower access makes cabin camping more comfortable. "Fabulous free hot showers! Nice campground. Sites have paved parking, tables and fire pits," reports Connie C. about Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site.

Private accommodations: The cabin options near Dayville provide privacy compared to standard camping. Marissa I. describes Fish House Inn as having "adorable affordable location with cute little cottages. I would highly recommend and we will be going back."

What you should know

Propane amenities: Some cabins rely on propane for heating and lighting. "The building is quaint with gaslights, and gas fireplace," describes a visitor at Murderers Creek Guard Station.

Water availability varies: Not all cabins provide running water. "NO running water for drinking or cooking. so bring plenty of water," advises Juice B. about Murderers Creek Guard Station.

Noise considerations: Road proximity affects some locations. Quinn Z. warns about Clyde Holliday: "It's right next to the road. It's loud. Really loud. Wake you up when you're sleeping loud."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Some locations offer dedicated play areas for children. At Morrow County OHV Park, "This place is great for families. Huge playground and lots of different types of camping available," according to Jacob V.

River activities: Shallow areas of the John Day River provide water play opportunities. Eric L. observed at Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site "a nice walking path next to a creek that some children were playing in."

Cabin comfort considerations: Bring supplemental bedding for more comfortable sleeping arrangements. Brittney J. recommends for Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin, "Recommended bring your own light, the lanterns did not provide a lot of light and your own blanket for the beds."

Tips from RVers

Power options: Electrical hookup availability varies between camping cabins near Dayville. Kim G. notes at Fish House Inn: "We pulled our class B onto a lovely grassy FHU site. It was right next to the bathrooms but that was ok for us."

Seasonal considerations: Site conditions change with seasons. Jeff C. provides details about Clyde Holliday in summer: "Date Stayed: July 7th & 8th 2019... Price: $26 electrical... Weather: Days sunny low 80's nights upper 50's."

Site selection importance: Location within a campground significantly impacts experience. Tanya B. shares about Clyde Holliday: "We had the site just behind the information kiosk/pay booth, which was perfectly fine for a night, but as it was nearer the main road, I noticed the sound of traffic more than I might have had we gotten a river site."

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