383 Acres · Malheur River · Est. Working Ranch
Quail Hunting at the Dahle Ranch in Vale, Oregon
What to Expect
Hunting birds on the Dahle Ranch
Abundant valley quail
Home to some of the most abundant Valley (California) quail found anywhere in the Pacific Northwest.
Big coveys, rich habitat
Hunters encounter large numbers of wild quail in dense, woody cover along the Malheur River — coveys of 25+ birds are common. The corridor also holds dove, pheasant, turkey, waterfowl, and mule deer.
Seasoned hunters and beginners
Hunts are not “officially guided,” but we help you navigate the property and find birds, which tend to congregate in the same areas each year.
Easy-to-walk ground
Relatively flat terrain, accessible to hunters of all ages and fitness levels.
2026–2027 Season
Our first-ever fee-hunt season
Pricing & Booking
Straightforward rates, no hidden add-ons
- Daily rate
- $350 per day, per gun
- Hunt duration
- 6–7 hours in the field
- Hunting options
- Quail only, or quail + bonus waterfowl for the same price (waterfowl depends on duck numbers that day)
- Group size
- Minimum 2 hunters per day; 3–4 hunters easily accommodated
Cancellation policy
Payment, cancellation, and refund terms are handled through LandTrust at the time of booking.
How booking works
- 1
Pick your date — Find the Dahle Ranch on LandTrust and choose an available hunt day or two-day package.
- 2
Book, pay, and sign — LandTrust handles payment and the liability waiver online, and every hunt day includes liability coverage through LandTrust.
- 3
Show up and hunt — We'll meet you at the ranch. Bring your license, gear, and dog.
Online booking on LandTrust opens soon. Until then, send a request below and we'll hold your date.
What to Bring
Come prepared — here's the short list
Licensing
- Current Oregon hunting license (or valid out-of-state license) and appropriate game bird stamps required day-of.
- Bag limits and licensing follow Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations.
- Hunters ages 12–17 must be accompanied by an adult, hold a hunting license, and have completed a hunter's safety course.
Gear
- Bird hunting vest, ear and eye protection (eye protection strongly recommended), shotguns and ammunition.
- Hunter orange shirt, vest, cap, or other bright colors required while hunting upland birds.
- Lead shot is fine for all upland bird species; steel or other non-toxic shot is required only if hunting waterfowl.
- Camouflage clothing is recommended for waterfowl hunters — consider bringing a camo face mask so decoying birds aren't spooked.
- Dress warmly for winter conditions, and bring an extra shirt layer in case you perspire through your first layer early in the day.
- Duck and goose decoys are supplied by the ranch, but hunters are welcome to bring their own.
- Bring a cooler with ice and large zip-lock or trash bags to keep harvested birds cool until you get home — the ranch does not clean birds for hunters.
Food & Drink
- Hunters supply their own lunch, snacks, and beverages — this is about wild bird hunting, not gourmet dining. No alcohol is permitted during the hunt day. We provide free hot coffee, tea, cocoa, and extra water all day long.
Dogs
- Trained hunting dogs are encouraged — pointing and flushing is key to success here.
- Non-hunting dogs are discouraged for safety reasons.
Waiver
- Every hunter signs a liability waiver online through LandTrust when booking. No paperwork to bring.
Location
Twelve miles west of Vale, Oregon
The ranch
2601 Grove School LaneVale, Oregon 97918
Motels in Vale & Ontario
Vale is about 20 minutes from the ranch, and several Vale motels allow hunting dogs in the room. Ontario has additional options.
RV dry camping (ask us)
We're planning to offer dry camping on the ranch for self-contained RVs: no hookups, bring your own water and food. Contact us for availability.
