Supercharger — Pendleton, OR

[goneskiian]

This SC is fully open and NOT impacted by the nearby construction (that is except the additional walking needed to reach a bathroom in the casino).

Thanks. I'll be using this site this weekend. What kind of construction is going on?

 

[ReddyLeaf]

Thanks. I'll be using this site this weekend. What kind of construction is going on?

Looks like a doubling of the casino area. It’s roughly where the cinema is/was. It’s not high enough for more hotel rooms, but maybe they are still going up. The biggest problem was the massive amount of mud all over the parking access roads since it was raining. I normally like a good walk to stretch my legs at each SC, so I didn’t mind, but I’ve misjudged the bathroom distance at other SCs in the past, so now I often stop at a rest area before charging.

 

[PLUS EV]

The host casino "resort" of this supercharger recently closed for 48 hours of cleaning due to one of its employees testing positive for Coronavirus:

Wildhorse Casino in Oregon reopens after worker tests positive for coronavirus

 

[Jedibryan]

I'll be down in Pendleton in a couple weeks for the weekend, will probably hit this SC at least once. Some of the reviews on Google mention Tesla owners being given a hard time by Wildhorse employees, saying the stalls are for Wildhorse guests only. Has anyone experienced that at all?

 

[rhumbliner]

I'll be down in Pendleton in a couple weeks for the weekend, will probably hit this SC at least once. Some of the reviews on Google mention Tesla owners being given a hard time by Wildhorse employees, saying the stalls are for Wildhorse guests only. Has anyone experienced that at all?

I’ve used this site a few times in the past ( not recently ) but have never had any problems. Not sure what you may be referring to: the chargers are a fair distance from the casino so I can’t imagine the employees are walking all the way over there; and, once inside the casino the employees really have no idea which car you came from. I wouldn’t worry about it. I think all casinos are happy to have a draw to get you inside. If someone did hassle me I ask to see the day/night manager immediately.

 

[nwdiver]

I'll be down in Pendleton in a couple weeks for the weekend, will probably hit this SC at least once. Some of the reviews on Google mention Tesla owners being given a hard time by Wildhorse employees, saying the stalls are for Wildhorse guests only. Has anyone experienced that at all?

At least ~41% of Americans are complete morons. Those people just had the misfortune of encountering a few of them. I had a similar run-in at a Supercharger at another hotel (Still wonder why so many SCs are at hotels). Tesla pays for the electricity not the Hotel. Superchargers are for anyone that is able to use them not just hotel guests. Destination chargers are a bit different but Superchargers are for everyone.

 

[Jedibryan]

I’ve used this site a few times in the past ( not recently ) but have never had any problems. Not sure what you may be referring to: the chargers are a fair distance from the casino so I can’t imagine the employees are walking all the way over there; and, once inside the casino the employees really have no idea which car you came from. I wouldn’t worry about it. I think all casinos are happy to have a draw to get you inside. If someone did hassle me I ask to see the day/night manager immediately.

I agree, I don't understand why anyone would give a hassle about charging. I was surprised to hear it was an issue, I would've thought it was an isolated incident, but it was mentioned in multiple reviews of the SC. I've never experienced an issue like this in any of the other SCs I've visited.

 

[KJD]

I'll be down in Pendleton in a couple weeks for the weekend, will probably hit this SC at least once. Some of the reviews on Google mention Tesla owners being given a hard time by Wildhorse employees, saying the stalls are for Wildhorse guests only. Has anyone experienced that at all?

The reviews on plugshare seem a lot more positive.

PlugShare - Find Electric Vehicle Charging Locations Near You

I have also used this location before and never had any problems.

 

[Hebert]

I have used this charger a few time and found the casino very welcoming. Both times a shuttle driver came over and gave me a ride to the casino.

 

[PLUS EV]

Never had any problem there. I can't imagine how petty someone would have to be to argue over those parking spots. Doesn't make any sense at all.

 

[Tacoma Dave]

I'll be down in Pendleton in a couple weeks for the weekend, will probably hit this SC at least once. Some of the reviews on Google mention Tesla owners being given a hard time by Wildhorse employees, saying the stalls are for Wildhorse guests only. Has anyone experienced that at all?

I have used that supercharger multiple times. I have never had a problem. It usually isn't crowded. I have also gone in to use the bathroom without any problems. They were doing temperature checks at the door the last time I was there. They were very friendly.

 

[goneskiian]

I'll be down in Pendleton in a couple weeks for the weekend, will probably hit this SC at least once. Some of the reviews on Google mention Tesla owners being given a hard time by Wildhorse employees, saying the stalls are for Wildhorse guests only. Has anyone experienced that at all?

I have used this charger a few time and found the casino very welcoming. Both times a shuttle driver came over and gave me a ride to the casino.

I was going to say just this. The last time I was there I had the same experience with the super friendly shuttle driver. The other times I've been there I walked to the casino for a meal and was happy to do it. Always relish a chance to stretch the legs when on long road trips.