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Reclamation re-opens Haystack Reservoir recreation area after paving project

Media Contact: Annette Ross, (208) 378-5322, 05/02/2018 10:11

For Release: May 02, 2018

MADRAS, Ore. – The Bureau of Reclamation will re-open West Shore Recreation Area at Haystack Reservoir approximately May 11. The West Shore Recreation Area has been closed to the public since April 9 because of the paving of roads, campsites, and parking lots. Haystack Reservoir is located about 10 miles south of Madras.

The West Shore single campsites are $15 per site for each night, and parking fees are $5 per day for each vehicle.

The North Shore Fishing Pier day-use area continues to be open for day-use recreation activities. It is open year-round from dawn to dusk, with an accessible fishing pier to enjoy fishing, sightseeing, and access to the reservoir. Parking at North Shore is free of charge.

The South Shore Group Campground continues to be open for the 2018 season. Group campsites are $75 per site. To make group reservations at South Shore for the 2018 season, visit https://www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. For additional information, contact the Bend Field Office at 541-389-6541.

Haystack Reservoir borders Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties and is impounded by Haystack Dam, which was built in 1957. It is owned by Reclamation and operated by the North Unit Irrigation District that supplies irrigation water to the area.

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Relevant Link:

https://www.recreation.gov