Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Paisley, OR

Summer Lake Hot Springs offers dry camping for tent and RV campers with pets. The expansive open field camping area allows dogs to spread out without crowding other campers, with a designated off-leash area for exercising pets. Dogs must remain leashed in most common areas including near the hot springs facilities. Campers can choose between primitive tent sites, full RV hookup sites for $10 extra, or pet-friendly cabins. The campground provides clean toilets, showers, and trash disposal. Many visitors appreciate the peaceful setting for walking dogs with minimal restrictions compared to other campgrounds in the region. Pets are not permitted in the hot springs pools for sanitation reasons.

Several dog-friendly trails surround the Paisley area campgrounds, providing exercise opportunities without long drives. Bald Butte Lookout and Fremont Point Cabin both welcome pets with advance reservations, though they lack running water facilities. Lake Abert offers free dispersed camping on BLM land where dogs can explore the shoreline, though visitors should bring adequate water supplies as the lake water is extremely alkaline and unsafe for pet consumption. The primitive camping areas around Marster Spring and Jones Crossing Forest Camp provide creek access where dogs can cool off during summer months. Weather conditions vary dramatically with hot summer days and very cold nights, requiring pet owners to monitor their animals for signs of temperature stress.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Paisley, Oregon (50)

    1. Summer Lake Hot Springs

    13 Reviews
    Paisley, OR
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 943-3931

    $25 - $350 / night

    "Caveats: bring food and water, as there are limited (and expensive) groceries in nearby Paisley."

    "What someone expected from a privately run campground on the edge of a massive salt pan expected...I don't know."

    2. Marster Spring Campground

    2 Reviews
    Paisley, OR
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 943-3114

    "The Marster Spring campground is about 8 miles up a gravel road outside of Paisley, OR. There are a number of dispersed camping sites along that road, some of which have rock fire pits."

    "With the large ponderosa pines overhead we had to be strategic about our parking situation for our camper’s solar array."

    3. Jones Crossing Forest Camp

    1 Review
    Paisley, OR
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 885-3400

    "On the advise of the store clerk, to avoid Burners, I went 8.5 miles south on FS33 from Paisley. Easy to find & easy road, 8 spots with 1 pit toilet (super clean)."

    4. Happy Camp

    2 Reviews
    Paisley, OR
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 885-3400

    "Lots of beaver activity nearby and could hear them thumping in the evening."

    5. Lake Abert US 395 South Pullout Dispersed Camping

    5 Reviews
    Plush, OR
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 947-2177

    "We pulled up past the main location where the dirt mounds are. We found refuge for the night off one of the little pullouts and set up camp right by the water."

    "Pretty much what everyone else has said- quiet behind the gravel mounds, very little traffic on US 395, especially at night, a really nice place."

    6. Bald Butte Lookout

    1 Review
    Paisley, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 943-3114

    $40 / night

    7. Oregon Outback RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Lakeview, OR
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 417-3055

    $20 - $35 / night

    "Absolutely fantastic experience at Oregon Outback RV Park! We recently had the pleasure of hosting our family reunion here, and I can’t say enough about how perfect it was."

    "We wanted to visit the Oregon Dark Sky Sanctuary and found this incredible RV park! It’s in a beautiful area! The laundry room and bathroom/showers are super nice and clean."

    8. Campbell Lake Campground

    1 Review
    Paisley, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 947-2151

    9. Currier Guard Station

    1 Review
    Paisley, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 943-3114

    $40 / night

    10. Ana Reservoir RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Summer Lake, OR
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 943-3240

    "This place has great little grassy areas next to each pull through—each one has a newly planted tree and a picnic table. The sites are level. Contrary to listing they do have 30 amp service."

    "Very close to fishing you can walk to. Cute little town"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Paisley, OR

130 Reviews of 50 Paisley Campgrounds


  • Greg B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2022

    Jones Crossing Forest Camp

    Great Spot, remote & on creek

    On the advise of the store clerk, to avoid Burners, I went 8.5 miles south on FS33 from Paisley. Easy to find & easy road, 8 spots with 1 pit toilet (super clean). Right on Chewaucan River, it was a perfect spot. Only negative was that there was NO POTABLE WATER. Not a big deal. No cell service. Big beautiful & aromatic Jeffrey pines.

  • Kelly N.
    Aug. 27, 2018

    Goose Lake State Recreation Area

    Where is the lake?

    Confused? This lake must be seasonal because we could not find it while traveling around this campsite. There is a small marshy area and grass as if the lake is there at other times of the year. The campsites have very little privacy, but there are bathrooms, amenities, nice day-use area, pet exercise area, etc. This park is on the border of California near Lakeview… so while I did not necessary think it was worth the drive to go see this campground, the nearby town is a great little American escape for groceries, a great little Saturday Farmers Market, a nice cup of coffee, or just to explore.

  • M
    Jun. 17, 2019

    Marster Spring Campground

    Dispersed camp nearby

    The Marster Spring campground is about 8 miles up a gravel road outside of Paisley, OR. There are a number of dispersed camping sites along that road, some of which have rock fire pits. I camped for a night in a secluded spot right on the Chewaucan river. The campground itself has toilets and fire rings. Quiet and peaceful night listening to the water.

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2022

    Marster Spring Campground

    Quiet & Away from it All

    For a small campground, which could only accommodate small RV’s and tenters, this campground has everything you might need. Along the banks of Sage Hen Creek, this intimate campground offers well-spaced out sites, with a fire ring and picnic table each. The two vault toilets were very clean and well stocked. The campground has trash, a returnables bin and drinking water. 

    With the large ponderosa pines overhead we had to be strategic about our parking situation for our camper’s solar array. In many of these situations we set out our portable panel so that we can keep our camper in the shade and still collect solar energy to keep our small battery charged. 

    There are plenty of hiking trails and opportunities for cycling and fishing throughout the National Forest area. There was a recent forest fire on the other side of the creek so the views are stunning in their own haunting way. Just a few miles back down the road, the town of Paisley has a few services, a small cafe, gas station/ convenience store, post office and of course a drive-thru barista. The closest larger town is Lakeview with a few more services, but don’t try to do your laundry there!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 20, 2025

    Summer Lake Hot Springs

    Rustic perfection

    A favorite spot, great if you are content with dry camping (we are). Can’t beat the views, birds, wildlife, or sunsets here. This is a Dark Sky sanctuary - so many stars. Caveats: bring food and water, as there are limited (and expensive) groceries in nearby Paisley. The water is hard enough to stand on therefore bring your own (you don’t want coffee made with the water, but I wouldn’t turn it down if I were farther from civilization). It can get very windy here. A totally calm day is rare. Hot springs are clothing optional after 9pm, which is a huge plus for us as nudists who hate cold, soggy bathing suits. Surrender yourself to the sky and scenery.

  • Gabrielle S.
    Jul. 5, 2018

    Green Mountain Campground

    Remote campground with amazing views

    Spent two nights in this great isolated spot- the first night we were the only ones there! The second night we were joined by several people who had car tents but we never felt like we were on top of one another. Wonderful flat area at the top of a hill that boast amazing views of the valley- gave us one of the best sunsets and moon rises that we have ever seen! There is a central pit toilet for all of the sites to share.

    There is a fire tower a short distance away from the sites that you can walk up to the base of and hike around. Sites are also close drive to "Crack-in-the-Ground", which is a fascinating lava formation that makes for a good spot to hike around for half a day.

    The road up to the site is washboard, so be prepared for a bumpy drive. There is a small store at Christmas Valley before the turnoff that has the essentials, including an emergency eyeglass repair kit when my husband was head butted by the dog. Oops!

  • Jill R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Goose Lake State Recreation Area

    Lovely, quiet park

    Another typical, beautiful Oregon State Park. Well maintained, lots of trees. Nice little hiking path around the park could use a little maintenance.

  • allison W.
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Abert Rim Oasis RV Park -PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    Essentially a year round RV park

    Private “campground” near Lakeview, Oregon (right along the Northern California border) functions more like a year round RV park; most of the residents are permanent although there are spots for travelers passing through. Call ahead for availability to make sure there’s space and they can accommodate your rig.

    In total, the owner told me that they have 18 versatile sites they keep for travelers that can accommodate tents. Six of them are pull thrus with electric hookups, and five of those have water hookups. Dump station is not available on site. Friendly folks in the off chance you ever find yourself in this neck of the woods!

  • Kelly N.
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Oregon Sunstone Public Collection Area

    Only place in Oregon to collect free Sunstones - plus camping!

    The sunstone is Oregon’s State rock. HERE AT THIS LOCATION YOU CAN COLLECT THEM FREE OF CHARGE - but don’t be greedy! They come in all shapes and sizes, but most are the size of a fingernail or baby’s tooth. You will need to drive out 45-90minutes on a gravel road to reach this location and it is truly out in Oregon’s Outback and will take a full day to reach your destination. FYI DO NOT PICK SUNSTONES UNTIL YOU REACH END-POINT. The surrounding land is not for public use. You will know you’re good to go and at the end-point when you see the photos below with the sign and camp site. It would be safer to Camp in an RV or car because of rattlesnakes and heat-exposure. We did not stay because of the poor air quality from summer fires nearby. There are wild antelope and rabbits in the area. Keep on the look out for wildlife on your drive! No shade is available except for the covered Camp spots. You will see the MANY Sunstones laying out on the ground, sparking in the sun, no need for digging which is quite fun. Sunstones are made from the minerals in the dried up/preserved lake in this area. Lake county is full of seasonal lakes is what we discovered on our road trip this summer...Good luck and have fun!


Guide to Paisley

Paisley, Oregon sits at 4,400 feet elevation in Lake County with the dramatic Abert Rim rising 2,500 feet above the surrounding landscape. Camping options include Forest Service sites along creeks, dispersed BLM areas with alkaline lake views, and hot springs amenities. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing even during summer months, requiring campers to prepare for significant temperature fluctuations.

What to do

Stargazing opportunities: Lake Abert dispersed camping areas provide exceptional dark sky viewing. "You can't swim in Lake Abert, but the view and scenery is fantastic. Very quiet, dark at night to enjoy the dark skies and stargazing!!" reports a camper at Lake Abert US 395 South Pullout Dispersed Camping.

Soak in geothermal waters: Access multiple pools of varying temperatures at the developed hot springs. According to a visitor at Summer Lake Hot Springs, "Clean campground with amazing views from the bathhouse. Full hookups on level pads and cabins if you left your rv at home. Hint. Take a warm, fluffy robe and good sandals for your walk to and from the soaking pools."

Riverside camping: Find secluded spots along the Chewaucan River. "I camped for a night in a secluded spot right on the Chewaucan river. The campground itself has toilets and fire rings. Quiet and peaceful night listening to the water," notes a camper who stayed at Marster Spring Campground.

What campers like

Wildlife viewing: The area supports diverse bird species and small mammals. One guest at Ana Reservoir RV Park mentioned, "Lots of little quail were hanging out in the park on my recent visit. This park is very near the Summer Lake Wildlife Refuge, which is a great place for birdwatching."

Dark skies: The region offers minimal light pollution for astronomy enthusiasts. A Summer Lake Hot Springs visitor notes, "This is a Dark Sky sanctuary - so many stars. Caveats: bring food and water, as there are limited (and expensive) groceries in nearby Paisley."

Rustic amenities: Many campgrounds maintain basic facilities with wilderness feel. A reviewer at Oregon Outback RV Park appreciated the "Bathrooms were clean. Quiet. It was amazing. Scenery was awesome."

What you should know

Limited services: Prepare for minimal infrastructure and bring supplies. "Bring food and water, as there are limited (and expensive) groceries in nearby Paisley. The water is hard enough to stand on therefore bring your own (you don't want coffee made with the water, but I wouldn't turn it down if I were farther from civilization)."

Road conditions: Forest Service roads require careful navigation. At Currier Guard Station, a visitor noted "Road into the site is a little rough at a spot or two."

Water availability: Many sites lack potable water sources. "Not a big deal. No cell service. Big beautiful & aromatic Jeffrey pines," mentions a visitor at Jones Crossing Forest Camp regarding the lack of drinking water.

Weather extremes: Prepare for rapid temperature changes and wind. "It can get very windy here. A totally calm day is rare," warns a Summer Lake Hot Springs camper.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Some campgrounds offer children's play areas. Ana Reservoir RV Park provides "a little playground for kids, as well as a warm, clean bathroom with showers."

Avoid alkaline waters: Keep children away from Lake Abert's shoreline water. "You CANNOT swim in the lake," emphasizes one Lake Abert visitor, as the extreme alkalinity makes the water unsafe.

Forest camp alternatives: Seek shaded sites during summer heat. "Great campground right on Sage Hen Creek, this intimate campground offers well-spaced out sites, with a fire ring and picnic table each. The two vault toilets were very clean and well stocked," shares a Marster Spring camper.

Pet friendly options: Most campgrounds near Paisley, Oregon welcome pets with reasonable restrictions. Oregon Outback RV Park is especially accommodating for pet friendly camping with "safe, clean and friendly" facilities and "plenty of room" for pets to exercise.

Tips from RVers

Solar power planning: Position vehicles strategically under tree cover. "With the large ponderosa pines overhead we had to be strategic about our parking situation for our camper's solar array. In many of these situations we set out our portable panel so that we can keep our camper in the shade and still collect solar energy."

Level sites: Many campgrounds offer flat parking areas. Summer Lake Hot Springs provides "full hookups on level pads" according to visitors.

Dump station access: Plan waste disposal in advance. Ana Reservoir RV Park offers a "dump station, laundry, showers, and ice for sale. Laundry is open to the public. Showers are open to non-guests for $5."

Road clearance: Some forest roads require high-clearance vehicles. "Strongly advise 4x4 to get up there," recommends a visitor to Happy Camp regarding access to elevated campsites.

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