Camping Along the Oregon Coast

The Oregon Coast is a vacation destination for thousands of tourists. There are plenty of campgrounds, from primitive to pristine, to satisfy the needs of every camper.

Whether one travels in a camper, a motorhome, hikes, or bikes, Oregon’s coast has a plethora of campgrounds to meet every need.

Southern Oregon Coast

Dramatic best describes the rugged southern Oregon coastline. From Brookings to Reedsport, there are many wonderful accommodations for travelers.

Gold Beach, a small town just north of Brookings, Oregon, is a favorite stop for many vacationers. The Rogue River, one of the West’s designated scenic waterways, roars into town after a long journey from the high Cascades of Central Oregon, and campgrounds along the river are a favorite stop. Indeed, in summer months many campers find exposed gravel beds along the river to be just about perfect. There are motorhome parks along the river as well as in the small community itself. Besides being a fishing mecca, Gold Beach is famous for its jet boat that runs ninety miles upriver to the small enclave of Agnes.

Just north of Gold Beach is the famous Cape Blanco, the most western point in the continental United States. Besides Cape Blanco State Park, there’s also a horse camp located here, and just south of the cape is Humbug Mountain State Park and McGribble Campground.

Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area

The curvaceous highway 101 is dotted with small campgrounds and RV parks, but it is not until one gets to Reedsport that a serious section of the Oregon Coast is dedicated to camping and beach activities. This is an area that extends from Reedsport to Florence, and it is the sand dune buggy riding capital of the world.

Campgrounds abound along this stretch of coast, from Sunset Bay State Park to Umpqua Lighthouse State Park to the quintessential Jessie M. Honeyman State Park. Besides dune buggy riding, the area has a plethora of hiking trails and excellent fishing opportunities, both in freshwater lakes like the Tenmile Lakes, and river, ocean, and surf fishing.

Central Oregon Coast

The Central Oregon Coast also is a popular camping area. From the dramatically scenic Cape Perpetua to Lincoln City, there’s Beachside State Park, one of the most popular campgrounds on the coast, South Beach State Park, and Beverly Beach State Park. There are simply too many RV Parks to mention, so accommodations are usually not a problem.

The North Coast

Cape Lookout State Park, Oswald West State Park, and Fort Stevens State Park are three outstanding parks in this area. Only Oswald West State Park does not accommodate vehicles. It’s a walk-in campground. There are plenty of RV campgrounds along this stretch of coast also, and Fort Stevens State Park seems particularly well suited for RVers. This park has miles of paved hiking and bicycling trails that take one to old military battery buildings, accessible to the public. The remains of the Peter Iredale are still visible on the beach, and it’s even possible to walk to the south jetty for a spectacular view of the jaws of the Columbia River.

The coast is populated with small towns, each vying for the tourist trade and offering a smorgasbord of incredible activities. Besides hiking, golf courses are plentiful as are endless opportunities for beachcombing on pristine, secluded beaches. Fishing is a given, and sunsets will never be more spectacular.

Bring Warm Clothing – Year Round

Summer winds often shriek down the coast from the north, so even a beautiful summer day can be windy and subsequently quite cool. Prepare for rain and you won’t be disappointed.

Best Campgrounds on Oregon Coast

The Top Five Parks at the Central Oregon Beach: Florence to Newport.

Experience the thrill of camping along the Central Oregon Coast, while enjoying sand dunes, freshwater lakes, old-growth forests, tide pools, and miles of sandy beaches.

The Oregon Coast offers temperate climate conditions, excellent for enjoying camping all year-round. The Central Oregon Coast boasts sandy beaches, tidepools, fishing opportunities, sand dunes, old-growth forests, and a variety of hiking trails. Discover the top five campgrounds located along the Central Oregon Coast.

5. Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area is located within the city limits of Lincoln City, along the Central Oregon coast. Campers enjoy the close proximity to the city attractions, such as the shops and Chinook Winds Casino. Campers also enjoy swimming and boating on Devil’s Lake or kayak tours in the summer. Visitors also enjoy excellent fishing opportunities, catching rainbow trout, yellow perch, catfish, largemouth bass and bluegill all year round. The campground includes 28 full hookup sites, with cable, 5 electric sites with cable, 54 tent sites and 10 yurts.

4. Beverly Beach State Park is located just north of Newport, only a short distance from the sandy beach. Beverly Beach is a popular campground, especially for visitors wanting close access to the beach. Beverly Beach has 53 full hook-up sites, 128 tent sites and 21 yurts. From the beach, accessible by a short walk under the highway, visitors can view Yaquina Head and Lighthouse, Otter Rock or Cape Foulweather. Beverly Beach also participates in the SOLV Great Beach Clean-up in the fall and spring. Visit the Oregon State Park and Recreation website for more information or to make reservations.

3. Jesse M. Honeyman Memorial State Park is located a few miles south of Florence on Hwy 101, in the midst of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, Honeyman Park is the “second-largest overnight camp in the state.” With 47 full hookup sites, 187 tent sites and 10 yurts, the Honeyman Campground offers a camping experience for everyone. Campers enjoy swimming and boating in the freshwater lakes, Cleawox and Woahink or hiking up the massive sand dunes. Visitors can access the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area from the campground or visit the North Jetty area.

2. Cape Perpetua Campground is located north of Florence off of Hwy 101. The Cape Perpetua Campground is nestled at the base of Cape Perpetua. Campers enjoy wooded camp spots situated along the meandering creek. While camping, campers enjoy hiking the trails to the tidepools, the Cape Visitor Center, or to the Giant Spruce tree. This campground is part of the Siuslaw National Forest area, and includes 38 tents, auto, and trailer campsites.

1. Tillicum Beach Campground is located between Waldport and Yachats along the sandy beach. This busy campground is situated at sea level, right up against the sand. Campers feel like they are camping right on the beach! The camp spots located adjacent to the beach are, of course, the most popular with beachfront views. Make sure to get to the campground early or make a reservation for one of the 59 campsites. This campground is open year-round, as part of the Siuslaw National Forest recreation area.

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