
Welcome to The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch
Seneca, Oregon

Welcome to The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch
The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch is a luxury guest retreat nestled within a historic working cattle ranch in the Blue Mountains of Central Oregon. Guests enjoy award-winning links-style golf, horseback riding, fishing, cattle wrangling, ATV rides, a destination spa, pistol shooting and much more. The Retreat’s custom-designed rooms and cabins evoke authentic Western chic and overlook stunning vistas, and cuisine is centered around preparations of the ranch’s own grass-fed beef and chevon (goat), and locally sourced vegetables. The Retreat delivers the ultimate escape where guests can embrace the storied traditions of the West, embark on unique new adventures, sink into quiet luxury and create lasting memories.
Founded in 1883, Silvies Valley Ranch is an ecologically sustainable working Western cattle ranch with commercial cattle, goat and hey operations, abundant healthy wildlife, waterways, mountain meadows and Ponderosa pine forest. Made up of 150,000 acres of deeded and leased forest lands, Silvies aims to set the standard for sustainable ranching and environmental stewardship in the high desert. It recently launched the Camp Creek Ranch Development, the first opportunity for nature lovers to own their own new-construction, eco-friendly homes right on The Ranch. For more information visit www.silvies.us and click on Camp Creek Ranch.


Lodging at The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch
Guests may choose from a variety of spacious rooms or cabins designed with materials, textiles, furniture and art that celebrates the spirit of the American West. Blending comfort, convenience and luxury, accommodations provides decadent bedding, modern amenities and breathtaking views. Accommodations include an EV golf cart to drive around the property.
Room types:
- Ranch House Room, is either a single or double king, comparable to a spacious standard hotel room
- Sunrise cabin, have 4 individually keyed rooms with their own on-suite bathrooms, that all open onto a common living space. Great for 4 sums of guys, a multi couple getaway, or Batchelor and Bachelorette parties!
- Lakeside log cabins, two-bedroom 2.5 bath cabins with a shared living space, that can be rented as a one room suite or the whole two-bedroom cabin. Great for one or two couples or families looking for a little more space.
- Camp Creek Ranch owner’s cabins, we have three cabins that are rentable now, all three are the 3,000 square foot model with 3 or 4 bedrooms, with more to come! Great for family gathering or larger groups or just folks that would like to do some of their own country cooking in the spacious kitchens.


Golf at The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch
Experience world-class golf, designed and built by celebrated architect Dan Hixson, and providing a unique and sustainable perspective on the ancient game amidst the rugged timeless beauty of the Silvies Valley.
Craddock Course
The Craddock, named for the Craddock family – John “Jake” Craddock and his four sons – who settled and consolidated much of the valley, is a championship 18-hole layout that traverses the ridges that overlook Silvies Valley.
The course direction is reversed each day to create a different layout with a variety of pin placements and tee box options, creating thousands of unique rounds. While the course is free of water hazards, there are over a hundred bunkers incorporated into the course design.
Like designers of old, Dan also led the team that actually built the courses every day and he, himself, made every design decision, no matter how small. The Campbell Family provided the place, the water, the equipment, and the resources.
Hankins Course
Hankins, named for the pioneering Hankins clan who homesteaded much of the ranch, presents an opposite perspective to the natural landscape and elevations that highlight the playing experience. Hankins No. 18 is known as the “Hixson Hole,” as it presents the 12 legal advantages in golf to ensure players will “nail it” off the tee and send the ball on the longest drive of your life. And if you do, the reward awaits in Egan’s Hideout when your round is complete.
The course direction is reversed each day to create a different layout with a variety of pin placements and tee box options, creating thousands of unique rounds. While the course is free of water hazards, there are over a hundred bunkers incorporated into the course design.
Chief Egan Course
The mountain meadow course on the Paiute Creek is a Dan Hixson-designed 9-hole par-3 layout, with water on every hole.
Named for Chief Egan, the last War Chief of the Paiute Tribe who engaged the U.S. Calvary in 1882. This location on Paiute Creek is the closest place to Egan’s last camp during the conflict. Most agree that he and the Calvary would have been better off here, sipping a Silvies Valley Horseshoe Nail and making friends of adversaries, as we invite you to do today.
In alignment with our environmental sustainability ethic, the Chief Egan course is completely off the electrical grid, powered by roof-mounted solar panels; water is gravity-fed from Paiute Spring, about a mile northwest of the course. Please enjoy what Chief Egan and the U.S. Calvary were never able to.
McVeigh’s Gauntlet Course
This stunning 7-hole course is meant to be a fun, care-free course to help players settle bets and test their accuracy on a series of undulating par 3’s and par 4’s. Carved into a razor back and challenging in design, golfers will marvel at the views while exploring the course and its Western appeal.
McVeigh’s Gauntlet is named for Myles McVeigh, an early pioneer who homesteaded in the Silvies Valley. A drinking buddy of the Craddock brothers and the Hankins boys, he settled on Paiute Creek and upper Camp Creek.
Claire’s Courses
Claire’s Courses is the first 18-hole reversible putting course in the world! As if that wan’t exciting enough, this course is also free for all guests at Silvies Valley Ranch! Circling the lower half of Otter lake, this beautiful course has water hazards on every hole. Named for Claire Owens, legend has it Claire was the first woman to play golf in Silvies Valley (on Myles McVeigh’s course). She was also a member of the Silvies School Board (and coach of the Silvies Golf Team?!).


Experiences at The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch
At Silvies Valley Ranch, adventure blends with tradition. Saddle up for horseback rides, experience the cowboy way of life herding cattle, explore the ranch with ATV tours, learn to rope, visit the spa and hone your skills at the shooting ranges.
Silvies activities and experiences offer a unique blend of tradition and fun.
Rocking Heart Spa
The Retreat features the beautiful 14,000 square foot, Rocking Heart Spa, the ultimate oasis of luxury and relaxation. The resort’s world-class spa offers a serene atmosphere, yoga classes and indulgent treatments designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul, complete with a fitness center, indoor climbing wall, half-Olympic sized lap pool, dry sauna and outdoor veranda.
The Rocking Heart Spa embodies the spirit of the Oregon high desert with its Native American inspired ambiance, signature services and natural products.
Goat Caddies
Playing golf with goat caddies at Silvies Valley Ranch provides a unique and memorable experience, blending the serenity of the course with the playful antics of the adorable animal assistants. They never give “baaaaaad“ advice!
Equestrian
What is a dude ranch without horses? Silvies has it all with a wide variety of equestrian activities.
Drive down to our saddle string barns where over 35 saddle horses and equestrian rangers wait to take you on one of a wide variety of trail rides. The different trails cover a diverse array of terrain as well as skill levels. One ride not enough? The rides very by equestrian ranger and time of day so if you want to go on more then one ride you won’t be traveling over the same terrain twice.
- Depending on the time of year and where the cattle are currently, we also have honest to goodness cattle drive experiences, though they may not be for the faint of heart!
- If you have a little one with you that may not be big enough for a couple hour trail ride, our equestrian rangers will be happy to give them a lesson in our fenced corrals.
Not sure you want to get on a horse? No problem 3 nights a week we harness up the Clydesdales and you can take a fun wagon ride around the property.
- If your looking for something more intimate or fun for a private group, private carriage and wine tasting tours are available by reservation.
Polaris Ranger Tour (Hopper, Razorback)
Having a guide take you on an ATV tour of Silvies Valley Ranch offers an exciting and immersive experience, where you can traverse the ranch’s diverse terrain, encounter breathtaking views, and discover the natural wonders of the surrounding landscape.
Homestead RZR Tour
Embark on a thrilling 2-hour loop through the picturesque landscapes of Silvies Valley Ranch seeing where some of the 72 homesteaders built their ranches in The Valley, exploring its breathtaking vistas and diverse terrain, all from the exhilarating seat of an ATV.
Shooting Sports
Silvies boasts a unique shooting sport experience with three drastically different ranges.
- Pistolero range: saddle up to your bench and shoot at a distance comfortable for you using our self retrieving and positioning target system. shoot single action and double action revolvers in 22lr, 38 special, colt 45, and for the brave 500 S&W
- Sharpshooter range: shoot steal reaction targets, and a variety of distances using scoped bolt action rifles, or feel like a cowboy and use a open sight lever action.
- Pioneer range: shoot a variety of historical guns, including 50cal pistol and rifle muzzleloaders (both flintlock and percussion cap), lever action 30-30’s and 45-70’s, and if you’re feeling the need to really spray some lead use the scaled down reproduction 9mm gatling gun!
Tasting (whiskey/scotch, tequila/bourbon)
Indulge in a captivating journey for your taste buds as you savor the rich flavors and complexities of whiskey, scotch, tequila, or gin, unlocking a world of refined craftsmanship and delightful nuances.
Milky Way Nighttime Tour
Embark on a captivating guided tour under the star-studded night sky, sipping on your favorite beverages as you witness the awe-inspiring beauty of the Milky Way.
Photography
Capture breathtaking beauty during a private sunrise or sunset photography lesson, where you’ll receive expert guidance to perfect your skills and create stunning images.
Snowshoeing
With thousands of acres to explore we have plenty of room to roam the ranch. There are trails and roads that run the entire ranch just waiting for you to explore.
XC Ski Trails
Enjoy over 24km of classic and skate track ski trails winding through the breathtaking ponderosa pines of the Malheur National Forest. Designed with both beginners and intermediate skiers in mind, the trails offer a mix of challenge and beauty for all skill levels. Rentals are available at trusted shops in Bend or Boise, and training is offered on-site with skis ready for beginners.


Real Estate at The Retreat at Silvies Valley Ranch
The golf course and resort were constructed and then opened in 2016. Camp Creek Ranch (the Development) has always been the planned progression of the resort. The project will ultimately consist of 200 completely off grid eco-cabins on 413 acers. the cabin owners will all be members of the rancher’s club (Silvies golf club) and enjoy all the benefits their in. owners will also have the opportunity to rent their cabins through Silvies reservation system, with no set number of minimum or maximum rent or non-rent days, the cabin is yours! so you set when and if you want to rent it!
The entire project is off grid. But what does that mean for a cabin owner? It has not been possible until recently to build a off grid home in the middle of nature without making some substantial adjustments to either build budget or your way of living. The cabins are built with the most sustainable and ecofriendly conventional building practices. That means you get an off-grid cabin with all the modern conveniences while being ecologically friendly and affordable.
When it comes to the lay of the land, Camp Creek Ranch Development sets the bar even higher by strategically positioning every cabin site. These locations not only blend seamlessly with the forest but also facilitate greywater runoff for irrigating the communal spaces that constitute 88% of the development site. These irrigated areas foster the growth of healthier plants, attract wildlife, and ultimately create new lush areas that residents can utilize for hiking, biking, and potential future neighborhood parks.
After you purchase a lot, you can use Camp Creek Ranch as your builder if you so choose, we have several floorplans all with highly customizable options and finishes. As well as countless upgrades to make your cabin truly custom. if camp creek ranch builds your cabin, we, do it at cost, with a small mount added for overhead and material storage (we understand building out here is a challenge, so that’s why we offer this service).
- If you have a connection in the construction world or would like to figure it out on your own, we are happy to supply you with one of our preapproved plans and you can go ahead and start your build.
- Or as a third option you can design a cabin from the ground up using our off-grid design guild lines and submitting it to the design counsel for approval.
Welcome to Camp Creek Ranch Development, where you can embrace nature’s beauty and indulge in modern comforts, all in one extraordinary destination!
Contact Tygh Campbell To Learn More!
Tygh Campbell
Phone: (541) 413-5655
Email: tygh.campbell@Silvies.us
Sam Real
Phone: (323) 533-1277
Email: Sam.Real@EngelVoelkers.com
10000 Rendezvous Lane, Seneca, OR 97873