When you visit or live in a place as beautiful as Oregon, there's no better way to tap into the exquisite natural surroundings than to visit one of the many outstanding National Parks. And what better way to experience a National Park than to PARK yourself right inside of it?
Happy Campers RV Rentals is here to help you live your best exploratory life and soak in everything the rugged majesty of Oregon has to offer. Take a look at our travel cost breakdowns between RV rentals, Airbnb stays, and hotels for visiting John Day Fossil Beds, located only 85 miles away from Bend!
Traversing With Two
7-Day Vacation to John Day Fossil Beds National Monument for Two
We all have at least one person in our lives who makes the perfect travel buddy, who makes every step of planning a trip effortless and fulfilling. Grab your ride-or-die and check out our travel cost breakdowns for two people on a week-long trip to the world-renowned John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.
RV Rental
7-Day Vacation for 2
$1,936
~ $968 per Person
- RV Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
- Campsite
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021
AirBNB
7-Day Vacation for 2
$760
~$380.50 per Person
- AirBNB Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021
Hotel
7-Day Vacation for 2
$1,441
~$721 per Person
- Hotel Room
- Gasoline
- Restaurants
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021
RV Rental Cost for 2
Happy Campers RV Rental Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,260 - $180 per night for 7 nights
- Average: $1,582 - $226 per night for 7 nights
- Luxury: $1,750 - $250 per night for 7 nights
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $51 - 10 MPG
- Average: $64 - 8 MPG
- Luxury: $85 - 6 MPG
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $100 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge
- Average: $150 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals
- Luxury: $180 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination
RV Campsite Cost(s)
- Thrifty: Free! - It is possible to find first-come first-serve free dry camping areas around the John Day Fossil Beds
- Average: $140 - $20 per night for 7 nights
- Luxury: $280 - $40 per night for 7 nights
AirBNB Cost for 2
AirBNB Rental Cost(s)
Note: Airbnbs near the John Day Fossil Beds are difficult to find and often a 30+ minute drive away from the Monument.
- Thrifty: $445 - $64 per night including cleaning & service fees
- Average: $589 - $84 per night including cleaning and service fees
- Luxury: $711 - $102 per night including cleaning and service fees
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $21 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal.
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $100 - If your eating habits resemble that of a bird
- Average: $150 - If your eating habits include two meals a day
- Luxury: $180 - If your eating habits include three meals a day
Hotel Cost for 2
Hotel Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $437 - $68 per night
- Average: $664 - $95 per night
- Luxury: $1,050 - $150 per night
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $21 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal.
Restaurant Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $420 - $30 per person per day
- Average: $756 - $54 per person per day
- Luxury: $1,960 - $75 per person per day
Doing Great With Eight
7-Day Vacation to John Day Fossil Beds National Monument for Eight
All it takes to turn a vacation into an exceptional experience is a good group of people to enjoy it with. After all, home is where the heart is, so why not take your (rental) home with you to explore all corners of the world with the people you love most?
Discover the finances behind a week-long trip for 8 in Eastern Oregon's world-famous John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Discover all of the breathtaking geological formations and the millennia of natural history this beautiful National Park has to offer, and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.
RV Rental
7-Day Vacation for 8
$3,908
~ $489 per Person
- RV Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
- Campsite
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
AirBNB
7-Day Vacation for 8
$2,761
~$345 per Person
- AirBNB Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
Hotel
7-Day Vacation for 8
$4,641
~$580 per Person
- Hotel Room
- Gasoline
- Restaurants
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
RV Rental Cost for 8
Happy Campers RV Rental Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,750 - $250 per night for 7 nights - Single RV ($31/person)
- Average: $2,940 - $420 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs ($53/person)
- Luxury: $3,500 - $500 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs ($63/person)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $51 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - Single RV - 10 MPG ($7/person)
- Average: $128 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - Two RVs - 8 MPG ($16/person)
- Luxury: $170 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - Two RVs - 6 MPG ($21/person)
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $400 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge ($7/person/day)
- Average: $560 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals ($10/person/day)
- Luxury: $728 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination ($13/person/day)
RV Campsite Cost(s)
- Thrifty: Free! - It is possible to find first-come first-serve free dry camping areas around the John Day Fossil Beds (One or Two RVs)
- Average: $280 - $40 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs
- Luxury: $560 - $80 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs
AirBNB Cost for 8
AirBNB Rental Cost(s)
Note: Airbnbs near the John Day Fossil Beds are difficult to find and often a 30+ minute drive away from the Monument.
- Thrifty: $734 - $105 per night including cleaning & service fees ($92/person total)
- Average: $2,159 - $308 per night including cleaning and service fees ($270/person total)
- Luxury: $3,235 - $462 per night including cleaning and service fees ($404/person total)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $42 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal. - Two vehicles ($6/person)
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $400 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge ($7/person/day)
- Average: $560 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals ($10/person/day)
- Luxury: $728 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination ($13/person/day)
Hotel Cost for 8
Hotel Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,109 - $158/night ($139/person total)
- Average: $1,575 - $225/night ($197/person total)
- Luxury: $2,112 - $301/night ($264/person total)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $42 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal. - Two vehicles ($6/person)
Restaurant Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,680 - $30/person/day for 7 days
- Average: $3,024 - $54/person/day for 7 days
- Luxury: $4,200 - $75/person/day for 7 days
Trekking With Ten
7-Day Vacation to John Day Fossil Beds National Monument for 10
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is one of the most stunningly preserved locations of natural history in the entire continental US. It boasts spectacular landscapes and geological formations alongside endless miles of hiking trails.
With so many places to explore, mixed with a rich visible history stretching back for hundreds of millions of years, John Day Fossil Beds is the mecca for National Park travelers. Let this breathtaking location inspire you to get on the road and drive towards the adventure of a lifetime!
Discover the travel costs for a group of 10 to enjoy a week-long vacation in John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.
RV Rental
7-Day Vacation for 10
$4,286
~ $429 per Person
- RV Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
- Campsite
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
AirBNB
7-Day Vacation for 10
$3,282
~$328 per Person
- AirBNB Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
Hotel
7-Day Vacation for 10
$5,754
~$794 per Person
- Hotel Room
- Gasoline
- Restaurants
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
RV Rental Cost for 10
Happy Campers RV Rental Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $2,940 - $420 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs ($42/person/night)
- Average: $3,178 - $454 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs ($45/person/night)
- Luxury: $3,500 - $500 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs ($50/person/night)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $104 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - Two RVs - 10 MPG ($11/person)
- Average: $128 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - Two RVs - 8 MPG ($16/person)
- Luxury: $170 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - Two RVs - 6 MPG ($21/person)
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $500 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge ($7/person/day)
- Average: $700 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals ($10/person/day)
- Luxury: $910 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination ($13/person/day)
RV Campsite Cost(s)
- Thrifty: Free! - It is possible to find first-come first-serve free dry camping areas around the John Day Fossil Beds - Two RVs
- Average: $280 - $40 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs
- Luxury: $560 - $80 per night for 7 nights - Two RVs
AirBNB Cost for 10
AirBNB Rental Cost(s)
Note: Airbnbs near the John Day Fossil Beds are difficult to find and often a 30+ minute drive away from the Monument.
- Thrifty: $2,508 - $358 per night including cleaning & service fees ($36/person/night)
- Average: $2,540 - $363 per night including cleaning and service fees ($36/person/night)
- Luxury: $3,058 - $463 per night including cleaning and service fees ($46/person/night)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $42 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal. - Two vehicles ($4/person)
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $500 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge ($7/person/day)
- Average: $700 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals ($10/person/day)
- Luxury: $910 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination ($13/person/day)
Hotel Cost for 10
Hotel Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,135 - $162/night ($16/person/night)
- Average: $1,932 - $276/night ($128/person/night)
- Luxury: $2,350 - $336/night ($37/person/night)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $42 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal. - Two vehicles ($4/person)
Restaurant Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $2,100 - $30/person/day for 7 days
- Average: $3,780 - $54/person/day for 7 days
- Luxury: $5,250 - $75/person/day for 7 days
An Adventure For Four
7-Day Vacation to John Day Fossil Beds National Monument for 4
Whether you're traveling with family or a group of friends, the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument has something to intrigue any nature lover. This National Park spans 14,000 acres and is divided into three different units: Sheep Rock, Painted Hills, and Clarno.
Each of these locations offers a different view of this expansive and remarkable area, extending their own unique experiences. Rally your favorite crew and discover the travel cost breakdown for different types of travel to this astounding National Park!
We broke down the numbers behind a week-long vacation for a group of four:
RV Rental
7-Day Vacation for 4
$2,086
~ $378 per Person
- RV Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
- Campsite
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
AirBNB
7-Day Vacation for 4
$1,846
~$380 per Person
- AirBNB Rental
- Gasoline
- Groceries
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
Hotel
7-Day Vacation for 4
$2,796
~$699 per Person
- Hotel Room
- Gasoline
- Restaurants
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Totals are based on average costs and were pulled April 2021. All prices rounded to the nearest dollar
RV Rental Cost for 4
Happy Campers RV Rental Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,260 - $180 per night for 7 nights ($45/person/night)
- Average: $1,582 - $226 per night for 7 nights ($57/person/night)
- Luxury: $1,750 - $250 per night for 7 nights ($63/person/night)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $51 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - 10 MPG ($13/person)
- Average: $64 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - 8 MPG ($16/person)
- Luxury: $85 - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal - 6 MPG ($21/person)
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $200 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge ($7/person/day)
- Average: $300 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals ($10/person/day)
- Luxury: $360 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination ($13/person/day)
RV Campsite Cost(s)
- Thrifty: Free! - It is possible to find first-come first-serve free dry camping areas around the John Day Fossil Beds
- Average: $140 - $20 per night for 7 nights
- Luxury: $280 - $40 per night for 7 nights
AirBNB Cost for 4
AirBNB Rental Cost(s)
Note: Airbnbs near the John Day Fossil Beds are difficult to find and often a 30+ minute drive away from the Monument.
- Thrifty: $739 - $185 per night including cleaning & service fees ($46/person/night)
- Average: $1,525 - $218 per night including cleaning and service fees ($55/person/night)
- Luxury: $3,235 - $462 per night including cleaning and service fees ($116/person/night)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $21 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal. ($5/person)
Grocery Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $200 - If you're planning on bringing mostly food from your pantry or fridge ($7/person/day)
- Average: $300 - If you're planning on bringing spices and condiments but buying your meals ($10/person/day)
- Luxury: $360 - If your plan is to sort out your meals once you arrive at your destination ($13/person/day)
Hotel Cost for 4
Hotel Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $1,012 - $144/night ($36/person/night)
- Average: $1,263 - $180/night ($45/person/night)
- Luxury: $1,964 - $280/night ($70/person/night)
Roundtrip Gasoline Cost(s)
- Average: $21 - 25 MPG - 170Mi. with an average cost of $3/Gal. ($5/person)
Restaurant Cost(s)
- Thrifty: $840 - $30/person/day for 7 days
- Average: $1,512 - $54/person/day for 7 days
- Luxury: $2,100 - $75/person/day for 7 days
Ready to Explore John Day Fossil Beds?
No matter the size of your group, Happy Campers RV Rentals has the perfect vehicle to make your John Day Fossil Beds adventure unforgettable. Our fleet includes options for couples, families, and large groups—all maintained to the highest standards for your safety and comfort.
From the stunning painted hills to ancient fossil formations, this National Monument offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With an RV rental, you'll have the flexibility to explore at your own pace while enjoying the comforts of home on the road.
Contact us today to start planning your Eastern Oregon adventure, or browse our available RVs to find the perfect fit for your trip!
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