Best Glamping near Dayville, OR
Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin offers a distinct glamping experience in Eastern Oregon, featuring a heated house with cooking supplies provided and a refrigerator. This historic guard station provides a comfortable alternative to conventional camping with clean accommodations and basic amenities while maintaining rustic charm. Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site Campground complements the glamping options with unique teepee accommodations positioned along the John Day River. The teepees provide a cultural glamping experience with amenities including a small space heater and fire pits where guests can enjoy the provided firewood. According to a camper, "Clean, well maintained, cooking supplies provided, heated house with fridge. Outhouse was clean."
Visitors staying at these glamping sites can explore the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, located approximately 30 minutes away. The Clyde Holliday teepees offer riverside positioning with mountain views and access to a half-mile nature trail that meanders along the John Day River. During summer months, the river provides cooling relief with opportunities for wading and wildlife observation. The area supports seasonal activities with Clyde Holliday operating from March through November. One guest noted, "We stayed 3 nights in one of the teepees at Clyde Holliday State Park. The site backs up to the John Day river. My kids loved playing in the water and catching crayfish." Winter visitors should note that the teepees have significant gaps and minimal insulation, making them best suited for warmer weather glamping experiences.
