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Powder Creek Ranch is 362 acres, nestled into a valley, surrounded by forest in the Oregon Coast Range. The campground is in a secluded meadow next to Powder Creek, a pristine year round stream, perfect for wading and playing in.
Each of our 12 large campsites offers access to the creek, a picnic table and campfire ring. All sites accommodate RVs as well as tent camping.
One of the campsites is next to the beaver pond, where you're likely to see a variety of wildlife.
Our property also has 1/2 mile of Nestucca River frontage where you can swim or fish, whichever floats your boat. Niagara Creek/Pheasant Creek falls is a nearby hiking trail and there are deer and elk trails to explore all over the ranch. If you feel like venturing further, the beach is 23 miles away in Pacific City.
Powder Creek Ranch is also a working farm with cows, pigs, chickens and ducks and sometimes we have piglets and calves at the barn to visit.
We also offer pasture raised pork for sale. A variety of sausages (breakfast, chorizo, Italian, Bratwurst and Kielbasa), bacon (when available), pork chops and roasts.
Directions: Powder Creek Ranch Campsites:
**WARNING**
The route to Powder Creek Ranch from Willamina is closed for construction all summer.
Alternate route: Take Hwy 22 to Hebo. At Hebo, go North on Hwy 101, 4 miles to Beaver. In Beaver, either Google Powder Creek Campground or follow the directions below.
From the North or East (Portland, Astoria etc) use your map or GPS to Tillamook,OR
From Tillamook, take Hwy 101 S to Beaver:
In Beaver, look for the Shell gas station. At the station, turn left on to Blaine Rd. Follow Blaine Rd. 7 miles to 3-way intersection – keep Right onto Upper Nestucca River Rd. (FS Rd 85). Continue 3.8 miles. Watch for Powder Creek Ranch sign on right. Turn right at sign – cross bridge and take the first driveway to the right to check-in.
From the South: follow Hwy 101 to Beaver:
In Beaver, look for the Shell gas station. At the station, turn right on to Blaine Rd. Follow Blaine Rd. 7 miles to 3-way intersection – keep Right onto Upper Nestucca River Rd. (FS Rd 85). Continue 3.8 miles. Watch for Powder Creek Ranch sign on right. Turn right at sign – cross bridge and take the first driveway to the right to check-in.
While preparing for a road trip with my daughters, I wanted us all to experience a different stay along the way. Powdercreek Ranch was a fabulous farm to table, wild life abound, farm animals to feed place to stay. It was very comfortable, friendly and accommodating. If you want to go mushroom foraging, Brenda will take you, if you want to feed the animals, Hillary will take you. The deer come to your door, the ducks walk with you. It's just a great place to stay. From here you can go to the Willamette Valley Wineries, Tillamook cheese, and Portland, then come back to the ranch and Brenda will prepare a farm to table dinner.
We loved it and will return; we have made new friends.
We stayed at Powder Creek for a night during our road trip in Oregon. And it was definitely the highlight of our trip. My daughter loved it. Brenda and her family were so welcoming and nice. Brenda prepared a delicious food upon our arrival and we all had a great dinner together. The room was so cozy and we loved the fireplace in our room. We will definitely go back. My daughter is already counting days until we go back. We may time it so that we go there after piglets and calves are born... Feeding deers was the highlight of my daughter's stay.
A cozy getaway immersed in nature. The amazing log cabin combines quaint and modern, offering both communal comfort and privacy. We stayed in the Heritage Sweet off the loft and enjoyed the comfort and beautiful view of the lakes and forest. When we arrived, we were greeted by Lily and Rory (the family dogs) who were both very gentle with my 2-year-old daughter and offered endless entertainment. Brenda is an amazing host and an exquisite cook. She made us a delicious salmon dinner when we arrived in the evening, complete with homemade apple crisp for dessert. In the morning, after filling us up with a lovely breakfast of farm-fresh eggs and home raised sausage casserole accompanied by fresh coffee, juice and fruit, she took us out to see the animals. My daughter was thrilled to feed the deer, chickens, pigs, cows and horses and was even invited to collect eggs in the evening. During the day we explored the property (river, trails and meadow), took a day trip to Pacific City and enjoyed conversing with Brenda and her family. Sunday morning, we woke up to the elk herd on the front lawn. We had another amazing breakfast and deer feeding session before saying our goodbyes. We made sure not to leave without a few dozen fresh eggs and home-made jam from the ranch. We then headed down the road to hike the 1-mile Niagara Fall trail before heading home to Salem. We had an amazing experience and will definitely be back, maybe this summer to stay at the campground Brenda is adding down by the river.
Directions here were easy to follow. Hosts were friendly and drove by every so often to check if we needed anything. The spaces are huge with plenty of parking, playing, and camping areas. Portable toilets are near to each area. Beautifully kept up areas with lovely landscaping. Definitely will return.
An absolute gem in the heart of the Wild and Scenic Nestucca River corridor with wildlife on full displace. Herbie a small deer is more friendlier than my own dog. The Brenda, Bev and Dennis are great hosts. Bev is a trooper and 85 yrs young lady with an awesome personality that will leave a smile on your face. Purchased a variety of vacuum sealed pork meats that i am looking to enjoy this Fall. Campground is well maintained and very spacious. We own a 27.4' long Keystone trailer supplied our own fresh water for seven days. Creek is clean and great for filtering fresh drinking water if needed. Great open area for solar panel generator system. We plan on making more arrangements for next years adventures along Nestucca River region.
