Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)
Pendleton Round-Up 2027 — 117th PRCA rodeo, Westward Ho! Parade, Indian Village, four days.
When is Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th) — and where do RVers stay?
Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th) runs Sep 15–18, 2027 in Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR), Oregon. Book an RV from a local Oregon host about 26 weeks out and set up camp within an easy drive of Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR) — arrive a day early, leave a day late.
Plan your trip · Sep 15–18, 2027 · Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR)
Rent an RV near Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)
Search opens on your Sep 15–18, 2027 window with a one-day buffer on each side — arrive early, leave late. Book from local Oregon hosts before the event weekend fills.
- Dates
- Sep 15–18, 2027
- Days away
- 417
- Location
- Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR)
- Book ahead
- 26+ wk
- Demand window
- Busy window
Hosting near Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR)? Event weekends book first — list your rig and fill the calendar.
List your rig →Know before you go
What you need to know
The 117th Pendleton Round-Up runs September 15-18, 2027 in Pendleton OR. Held annually since 1910, the PRCA rodeo + Happy Canyon Night Show + Westward Ho! Parade + Tribal Indian Village (Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation participation since founding). On-site RV camping at Round-Up RV Park (electric, books via Pendleton Round-Up Association the prior November). Off-site: Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area (~25 mi southeast on I-84, full hookups, OPRD), Hat Rock State Park (~30 mi northwest, day-use, electric campsites), Wildhorse Resort & Casino RV Park (~5 mi east, full hookups, tribal-operated).
Official source: pendletonroundup.com
Safety + legal
Eastern Oregon mid-September runs 80°F day / 45°F night — significant overnight temperature swing for sleeping. Late summer wildfire smoke (Blue Mountains / Wallowa-Whitman NF) can affect air quality; check airnow.gov daily. I-84 between Portland and Pendleton has 65 mph truck routes and steep Cabbage Hill grade (6% westbound descent) — gear down RVs.
Insider tip — what you won't find elsewhere
Wildhorse Resort & Casino RV Park (Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla operation, 5 mi east on I-84 exit 216) is the closest full-hookup base and runs casino shuttle service plus access to the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute — pair Round-Up with the Tamástslikt museum visit to honor the Tribal context of the rodeo.
Plan-ahead runway
Book early, arrive easy — the whole runway
Event weekends book first. Here is the honest runway from lock-your-rig to head-home, with a one-day buffer on each end.
Book by
~26 weeks out
Event weekends fill first — lock your rig early.
Arrive
Sep 14
Roll in a day early and set up camp.
Event
Sep 15–18
Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)
Head home
Sep 19
Leave a day late and skip the exodus.
What to bring
Best rigs for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)
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Questions & answers
Frequently asked about Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)
When is Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)?
Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th) runs Sep 15–18, 2027 in Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR), Oregon.
Where is Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th) held?
Pendleton (Round-Up Grounds, OR), Oregon.
What are the 2027 dates for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)?
Sep 15–18, 2027.
What RV should I rent for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)?
Best categories: rv, trucks-vans. The 117th Pendleton Round-Up runs September 15-18, 2027 in Pendleton OR. Held annually since 1910, the PRCA rodeo + Happy Canyon Night Show + Westward Ho! Parade + Tribal Indian Village (Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation participation since founding). On-site RV camping at Round-Up RV Park (electric, books via Pendleton Round-Up Association the prior November). Off-site: Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area (~25 mi southeast on I-84, full hookups, OPRD), Hat Rock State Park (~30 mi northwest, day-use, electric campsites), Wildhorse Resort & Casino RV Park (~5 mi east, full hookups, tribal-operated).
How early should I book an RV for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)?
Recommended lead time: 26 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
What safety + legal guidance applies for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)?
Eastern Oregon mid-September runs 80°F day / 45°F night — significant overnight temperature swing for sleeping. Late summer wildfire smoke (Blue Mountains / Wallowa-Whitman NF) can affect air quality; check airnow.gov daily. I-84 between Portland and Pendleton has 65 mph truck routes and steep Cabbage Hill grade (6% westbound descent) — gear down RVs.
What's an insider tip for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th)?
Wildhorse Resort & Casino RV Park (Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla operation, 5 mi east on I-84 exit 216) is the closest full-hookup base and runs casino shuttle service plus access to the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute — pair Round-Up with the Tamástslikt museum visit to honor the Tribal context of the rodeo.
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Stay on site
RVs near Portland — sleep at the venue, skip the hotel.
Base your whole weekend for Pendleton Round-Up 2027 (117th) from a rig parked where the action is: your own beds, kitchen, and gear locker, with no drive back to a room across town. Browse what local owners list around Portland and lock your dates early — event weekends book first.
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Per-state legal callout · OR
Before you rent in Oregon — key local rules
Class C covers personal motorhomes under 26,001 lbs
Oregon does not require special endorsement for personal-use motorhomes under 26,001 lbs GVWR. Out-of-state license honored.
Oregon DMV — License Classes · verified 2026-05-24
Boater Education Card required for all motorboat operators
Oregon requires ALL motorboat operators (any age, any horsepower) to carry an Oregon Boater Education Card. NASBLA-approved course; lifetime card.
Oregon State Marine Board — Boater Ed · verified 2026-05-24
Oregon ATV Operator Permit + OHV Trail Permit required
Oregon requires BOTH (1) ATV Operator Safety Permit (course-based) AND (2) OHV Trail Permit (sticker, $10/yr) for any OHV operated on public land. Helmet required under 18.
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0.08% BAC; ORS §811.170 open container in vehicle prohibited
Oregon 0.08% BAC limit. ORS §811.170 prohibits open containers in motor vehicle on public highway. Living-quarters use while parked permitted. Cannabis is state-legal for adults 21+ but federal-land use remains illegal.
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Oregon rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- Rental tax
- 0.00%
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — no restriction
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-07:00