Dexter Shores RV Park is a residential campground, with several sites for short-term stays on a week or daily basis. The property was established in the 1950s and has been owned by Shepard Investments for 20 years. The property has 21 mobile homes, 8 primitive tent sites, and 58 RV sites. Dexter Shores RV Park has various public amenities, such as a clubhouse for recreational activities, games and lounging, a fire pit and picnic area, and a pet zone at the bottom of the park. The property is family-friendly and strives to give guests and residents an experience where they can relax and enjoy the park during their stay. The park is open year-round and is often busiest during the summer months. Dexter Lake and Elijah Bristow State Park are popular outdoor destinations in the area.
Dexter Shores RV Park is located across the street from Dexter Lake, which is how the establishment received its name. The property has a total of 58 RV sites, 18 of which only have daily/weekly rates and are subsequently designated for short-term stays. The other 40 sites are exclusively rented out by the month, giving long-term visitors a place in the park. of the RV sites have 52 full hookups for RVs including electricity, sewage, and water, along with a small grass area and patio. Other short-term sites on the property are located on the south side and are for primitive tent camping. These sites include a picnic table and a fire ring, however, water and electricity are not provided. Long-term sites include 21 mobile homes for more permanent residents. RV sites include a water, electricity, and sewage. RV lots also have a grass area with a patio and sometimes a picnic table. All lots may include trees, shrubs, and natural plants. Other property-wide facts to be aware of include the fact that 12 of the RV sites are pull-through, 47 of the total sites have 50 amp service, and the rest of the units contain 30 amp services.
There are a variety of amenities offered at the establishment. All guests have access to bathing facilities, bathrooms, and a laundry room. Additionally, there are several common areas on the property guests can use to help them enjoy their stay or to gather and socialize. A clubhouse is located on the property with a pool table, television, cards and board games, puzzles, kitchen, library, and a lounging area. At the library, guests can take a book and leave a new one or simply return the book after reading; additionally, at the library, there are coloring books for kids and a small area where DVDs can be rented out. By the clubhouse is a grass area with horseshoes and corn hole. Additionally, a small orchard is situated next to this area, often used by guests for shade while playing. On the south side near the tent camping area is a communal fire pit and picnic area. Family and group gatherings often happen in this area, and it is usually on a first-come, first-serve basis. A little farther down the park is a pet area available to all guests. At the edge of the property is a pond. Fishing is allowed, however, fish are rarely caught, and it is suggested visitors fish at the lake.
Various activities surround the Dexter Shores RV Park, with one of the top attractions being the lake near the property. Elijah Bristow State Park is a popular attraction for hiking, biking, and ATV trails. Springfield and Eugene are tourist cities for the area and include many different restaurants and shopping venues. One of the restaurants closest to the property is the Rattlesnake BBQ which lies in front of the entrance to the park. The restaurant serves mostly lunch and dinner. Sunrise Cafe is also close to the campground and is located in Pleasant Hill City. Sunrise Cafe exclusively serves breakfast and lunch and is closed later in the day.
While staying at Dexter Shores RV Park, the staff strive to help guests enjoy their stay and feel taken care of. The community gathers together on large holidays and celebrates with a pot luck meal where people can bring food and share it among other residents and visitors. Often these events are held at the clubhouse or the fire pit and picnic area. The property's demographic is primarily long-term residents with a few visitors staying on a daily or weekly basis. The establishment sees a mix of older couples, small families, young couples, and family gatherings, allowing for a family-friendly atmosphere on the establishment. To help keep the atmosphere, guests and residents are asked to be quieter between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. Pets are supposed to be on a leash except when in the pet area in the park. Smoking is not allowed in any of the public buildings, and staff asks that those staying on the property respect one another.
The Dexter Shores RV Park has become known as a "prime destination" for camping by the lake, according to its owners. Just across the street, guests and residents often visit the lake for various activities such as fishing, boating, kayaking, and canoeing. They are also known for their staff and service, often trying to check in with guests at the beginning and end of the stay to see if needs were met and striving to be available if guests have questions about the area and park. One of management's specific goals includes helping patrons "to feel like family." Many comments from visitors often talk of the lake and facilities. One visitor mentioned, "A good RV park and the staff I've met here are friendly. It's well kept, well maintained, and tidy. There's a clubhouse to play pool or board games, there's a mini library, exercise equipment coloring pages for kids and adults. On top of all this, it's nestled next to a lake and surrounded by the kind of nature you'd expect in Oregon."
The property is open year-round to residents and the public and has often found the busiest time of year between May and September. During that time, many visitors come for the lake and surrounding national forest and state park in the area. March and April are often times when long-term residents may move in or away from the park.
Dexter Shore RV Park was established in the 1950s by a family. It stayed in said family for about fifty years, and over time amenities were added to the park. About 20 years ago, the park was purchased by Shepard Investments, and they continued to run the park. Shepard Investments added even more sites to the property and continued to add more amenities and renovate the existing amenities to help guests enjoy their stay at the park. Over the years, the park has received many repeat visitors, and many of the residents staying at the property have learned about it by word of mouth. The owners strive to continue improving the park and making it a place they hope families can enjoy and hope they feel safe and relaxed during their stay.
39140 Dexter Rd
Dexter, Oregon 97431
United States
Campground
Shepard Investments
