Updated: April 18, 2024
Looking for Oregon Coast campsites or planning a road trip? With more than 300 miles of scenic coastline, there are plenty of great campgrounds along the Oregon Coast and we’ve visited nearly all of them.
Oregon’s State Park campgrounds are some of the best in the entire country and offer campsites for tent camping, RVs, camper vans and even horse camps, group camping and campsites for cyclists and hikers on foot. Many Oregon State Parks also rent yurts and cabins.
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Oregon Coast State Park Campgrounds
We’ve camped all over the United States and Oregon’s State Parks are undoubtedly some of the nicest campgrounds in the country. While none of these options are really “roughing it,” these campgrounds are geared toward travelers looking for some amenities.
Unless otherwise noted, most campsites listed below have a picnic table, fire pit, flush toilets, hot showers, fresh water, firewood for sale, waste disposal, RV hookups and dump stations. Most of them are also located near towns where you can stock up on supplies.
Some Oregon state parks are day-use only. For this list, we’ve picked our favorite state park campgrounds on the Oregon Coast that do allow overnight camping and we have personally stayed at most of them for at least one night.
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- Fort Stevens State Park
- Nehalem Bay State Park
- Cape Lookout State Park
- Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area
- Beverly Beach State Park
- South Beach State Park
- Beachside State Recreation Site
- Tillicum Beach Campground
- Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park
- Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park
- Umpqua Lighthouse State Park
- William M. Tugman State Park
- Sunset Bay State Park
- Bullards Beach State Park
- Cape Blanco State Park
- Humbug Mountain State Park
- Alfred A. Loeb State Park
- Harris Beach State Park
A complete map of state park locations on the west coast of Oregon.
How Do I Reserve a Campsite on the Oregon Coast?
Online Reservations for Oregon State Parks
Advance reservations are strongly recommended for overnight camping at all Oregon State Parks and reservations are required at State Park campgrounds along the Oregon Coast. You’ll have the best selection of campsites if you book online as far in advance as you can. Reservations are allowed up to 6 months in advance.
👉 Local’s Tip: January-February is the best time to plan and reserve your summer coastal Oregon camping trips before campgrounds fill up.
As of January 2024, you can now make same-day reservations online statewide. Use your phone to search for last-minute available campsites and book a reservation.
In the summer months, Oregon Coast campgrounds are usually booked solid in advance, especially on weekends. We’ve had some luck finding available last-minute campsites mid-week.
If you are just passing through, unreserved sites are available without a reservation for one night only. Check with the park office for last-minute availability or make a reservation online from your phone.
There are first-come-first served campsites throughout other parts of Oregon, but you’ll need to make a reservation for the State Park campgrounds located along the Oregon Coast listed here.
For all reservations, visit Oregon State Parks. Links to specific parks are also provided in each listing below for more information.
How Much Does it Cost to Reserve an Oregon Coast Campsite?
Fees for state park camping on the Oregon Coast range from around $7-10 for hiker/biker and primitive sites, $20-25 for tent sites, $25-40 for RVs, $45-65 for yurts and $90-$100 for deluxe cabins. Check the website under each park listing for the most current pricing and details on closures and construction before you reserve a campsite.
Overnight camping passes also include access to day-use areas. If you are not camping, day-use areas may have an extra parking fee.
There are also some fee-free days throughout the year when park fees are waived.
Annual Park Passes for Camping in Oregon
Several annual park passes are available and totally worth it if you will be visiting multiple parks. Annual passes are not a requirement.
The Oregon Pacific Coast Passport covers entry or day use fees at dozens of federal fee sites (Forest Service, National Parks Service, and Bureau of Land Management) and Oregon State Park sites along Highway 101 and the Siuslaw National Forest.
RV Campsites on the Oregon Coast
If you’re looking for Oregon Coast state parks with RV camping, most of the state parks listed here have RV campsites with full or electric hookups and flat, level parking. Roads are mostly paved and allow for large rigs to pull through or back in. Dump stations, recycling and dumpsters are usually located near the park entrance.
🚐 For those who don’t own one, RV rentals are also an option and range from camper vans to motorhomes or travel trailers.
In addition to State Park camping on the Oregon Coast, there are also several privately owned RV parks and beach campgrounds along the west coast of Oregon on Highway 101. Services and facilities can vary widely, so be sure to check reviews on Google Maps or use a trusted trip-planning app like RV Life to read unbiased reviews of campgrounds by other RVers. Try it free!
Can You Camp on the Beach in Oregon?
Oregon’s public beach bill passed in 1967 makes the beach public for all, but that doesn’t mean you can camp wherever you want on “The People’s Coast.” Each beach has state and local laws with their own restrictions for camping.
For example, beach camping is not allowed adjacent to any Oregon State Park, or within most city limits. Overnight parking is also prohibited in many areas near the beach and there may be no services like restrooms or water.
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department does not confirm any areas to be legal for beach camping.
If you’re looking for the best Oregon beach camping, stay in one of the State Parks with campgrounds near the beach. Besides, it can be very windy on the beach and isn’t exactly ideal for tent camping.
📄 Need more ideas for what to bring camping? See our full list of essentials to take on a camping trip and get a detailed camping checklist to make packing easier and faster.
Northern Oregon Coast Campgrounds - Astoria to Pacific City
The following section includes state parks with overnight camping on the northern Oregon Coast from Astoria to Pacific City.
Fort Stevens State Park
At the northernmost tip of the state, Fort Stevens State Park is a large campground offering year-round coastal Oregon camping at the site of an old military fort that once guarded the mouth of the Columbia River from the Civil War era through World War II.
The entire park covers 4,300 acres and includes a large campground, beach access, a freshwater lake, boat ramp, paved, flat bike trails, hiking and walking trails, wildlife, a shipwreck on the beach, a disc golf course and a museum all situated around old military concrete structures you can walk through and explore. This campground is great for families with kids of all ages as it offers such a variety of outdoor activities for everyone.
It’s also perfect for a couple’s getaway or short weekend road trip from Portland. Fort Stevens is located just 7 minutes away from the town of Warrenton and only 20 minutes to Astoria, Oregon, so it’s easy to set up camp there and use it as a home base while you check out the sights.
This campground is also one of the best state parks with RV camping along the Oregon Coast with plenty of full hookup campsites.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 174 full hookup (36 pull-through) RV campsites
- 302 electrical campsites with water (11 pull-through)
- 6 tent campsites
- 15 yurts
- 11 deluxe cabins
- 9 primitive hike-in campsites
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Fort Stevens State Park.
Nehalem Bay State Park
About 30 minutes south of Cannon Beach, Nehalem Bay State Park is situated on a narrow sand spit at the mouth of the Nehalem River with the ocean on one side and the bay on the other.
The park is surrounded by serene water, shore pines, rolling sand dunes and a variety of wildlife. It’s not uncommon to see deer and elk grazing as well as a mix of sea and shore birds including pelicans, sandpipers, plovers, herons, ducks and geese.
This is a popular park for coastal camping in Oregon as the campground is just separated from the beach by a sand dune, so there’s plenty of beach access.
Outdoor activities include horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, bird watching and biking. An easy, scenic bike loop will take you around the bay (2 miles round trip) or all the way into the coastal town of Manzanita, Oregon (3 miles one way). There’s even an airstrip!
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 265 electric and water campsites
- 18 yurts
- 17 primitive horse campsites
- Hiker/biker campsites
- Airport camp with fly-in campsites
- ADA accessible options available
For more information, visit Nehalem Bay State Park.
Cape Lookout State Park
Cape Lookout is known for the 5-mile round-trip hike that winds through old, moss-covered trees, along a steep cliffside high above the ocean, all the way to the tip of the cape for stunning views of the Pacific.
The park is one of the more popular coastal campgrounds in Oregon with its tall trees, cozy cabins tucked into the forest and proximity to good hiking trails.
Two segments of the Oregon Coast Trail (OCT), shorter nature trails and miles of beach make this a popular spot for hikers and campers. It’s also located on the Three Capes Scenic Route (Cape Meares, Cape Lookout and Cape Kiwanda).
About 20 minutes to the north is Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint, a day-use area where you can tour the old lighthouse, have a picnic, go hiking, whale watching and see the largest Sitka Spruce tree in Oregon (aka the Octopus Tree).
Roughly 20 minutes south is Cape Kiwanda, a sandstone outcropping that is constantly eroded by ocean waves, creating interesting rock formations and crevices.
Haystack Rock, or Chief Kiawanda Rock (not to be confused with the other Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach, famous for being in The Goonies) sits about a mile offshore and is actually taller than the rock at Cannon Beach, by more than 100 feet.
Cape Kiwanda is located in Pacific City, home of Pelican Brewing Company and a popular spot for watching the dory boats, surfers and sunsets.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 38 full-hookup RV campsites
- 170 tent campsites
- 13 yurts
- 6 deluxe cabins
- ADA accessible campsite options available
For more information, visit Cape Lookout State Park.
Central Oregon Coast Campgrounds - Lincoln City to Florence
The following section includes state parks with overnight camping on the central Oregon Coast from Lincoln City to Florence.
Devil's Lake State Recreation Area
Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area is located in Lincoln City and offers overnight camping, paddling, boating and fishing. The lake is protected from the harsh coastal winds and is full of freshwater fish, including rainbow trout, perch, largemouth bass and more.
Devil’s Lake Campground is one of the few coastal campgrounds in Oregon located within a town and is a convenient base camp for exploring Lincoln City and the central Oregon Coast.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 28 full-hookup RV campsites with cable TV
- 5 electrical campsites with water (four with cable TV)
- 54 tent campsites with water nearby
- 10 yurts
- Hiker/biker campsites
- 12 reservable boat moorage slips (no launch ramp in campground)
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area.
Beverly Beach State Park
! Effective until July 1, 2024 ! Beverly Beach State Park day-use area AND campground will be closed to upgrade the power and water lines. Visit Beverly Beach State Park for the latest information.
South Beach State Park
Just south of Newport, South Beach (aka South Jetty) State Park is another great spot for coastal Oregon camping conveniently located close to a town.
The flat, paved jetty trail is perfect for a nice, easy run, walk or bike ride to the water to take in views of the picturesque Yaquina Bay Bridge. While you’re in the area, grab a pint or 6-pack to go at Rogue Ales.
There’s also an equestrian trail to the beach if you prefer to travel on horseback.
The expansive campground features plenty of flat, level RV campsites, tent sites, a playground area, horseshoe pits and a 9-hole disc golf course. Crabbing, fishing and boating are popular activities in the area and nearby attractions include Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, Yaquina Head Lighthouse, Hatfield Marine Science Center and the Oregon Coast Aquarium.
See Fun Things to Do in Newport, Oregon for more ideas.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 227 electrical RV campsites with water
- 60 tent campsites
- 27 yurts
- 3 group tent campsites
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit South Beach State Park.
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Beachside State Recreation Site
This small Oregon beach campground is only open seasonally March 15 – Oct. 31, weather permitting. Located about 3 miles south of Waldport, this popular camping spot is sandwiched between highway 101 and the beach, and every campsite is just a stone’s throw from the sand (if you can manage to get a spot here– it’s one of the more popular state park campgrounds along the Oregon Coast).
Enjoy the sunsets and endless beachcombing from the campground, go crabbing from the docks in Waldport, explore the Alsea River by kayak, or go hiking in the nearby Siuslaw National Forest.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 32 electrical campsites with water
- 42 tent campsites
- 2 yurts
- Hiker/biker campites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Beachside State Recreation Site.
Tillicum Beach Campground
This is not a state park, but a U.S. Forest Service park and one of the only beach campgrounds in Oregon with oceanfront views. The place is understandably popular, so grab a site well in advance if you can.
Located 5 miles south of Waldport, off OR Highway 101 on the west side, the campground includes a day-use area for surfing, swimming, beachcombing and whale watching.
Visit the nearby town of Yachats, Oregon (pronounced YAH-hots), where the rugged black basalt coastline forms popular water attractions like Devil’s Churn, Spouting Horn and Thor’s Well. A few more minutes south is scenic Cape Perpetua, one of the most memorable and stunningly beautiful viewpoints on the coastline of Oregon.
Campground Overview
U.S. Forest Service campgrounds are usually a bit more primitive than Oregon State Park campgrounds.
- Limited or sometimes no services
- Pack out what you pack in
- 60 campsites (8 pull-through), some have electric and water hookups but are not on the waterfront
- Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire pit, drinking water nearby
- Restrooms have flush toilets
- No showers
For more information, visit Tillicum Beach Campground.
Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park
Located between Yachats and Florence in the Siuslaw National Forest, this creekside campground is open year-round and ideally located for exploring both Heceta Head and Cape Perpetua.
Hiking trails lead through the forest to the beach, with excellent whale watching and beachcombing. The Hobbit Trail and the Heceta Head Trail can be accessed from here.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 50 full-hookup RV campsites
- 5 electrical campsites with water
- 7 walk-in tent sites
- 2 yurts
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park.
Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park
Welcome to “the dunes!” Located 3 miles south of Florence, Oregon within a 47-mile expanse of sand dunes that stretches to Coos Bay, Honeyman is not directly on the ocean, but is separated by about 2 miles of sand. This is a popular spot for families with ATVs/OHVs and those visiting the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, so if you’re not into the noise that comes with that, you might want to skip this one from May to September.
There are two freshwater lakes surrounded by sand dunes that offer swimming, no-wake boating, paddling, sandcastle building and sunbathing. Memorial Day through Labor Day, the historic Honeyman Lodge swim area rents pedal boats, paddle boards and kayaks.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 47 full-hookup RV campsites
- 121 electrical campsites with water
- 187 tent campsites
- 10 yurts
- 6 seasonal group tent campsites
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park.
Southern Oregon Coast Campgrounds - Reedsport to Brookings
This section includes state parks with overnight camping on the southern Oregon Coast from Reedsport and Winchester Bay to Brookings.
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park
Situated amongst the Oregon Dunes near Reedsport, Umpqua Lighthouse State Park offers camping, cabins, yurts and outdoor activities on freshwater Lake Marie.
The park is less than a mile from Salmon Harbor Marina on Winchester Bay, a known area for great crabbing and fishing. Lake Marie is open to non-motorized boating only.
A staging area for OHV access to the dunes is 1.5 miles away and the Umpqua River Lighthouse is just a half mile from the park.
👉 See our complete guide to visiting the Oregon Dunes.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 12 full-hookup RV campsites
- 8 electrical campsites with water
- 23 tent campsites
- 2 cabins
- 8 yurts
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible options
For more information, visit Umpqua Lighthouse State Park.
William M. Tugman State Park
South of Reedsport and just off of highway 101, William M. Tugman State Park Campground offers tent and RV campsites near Eel Lake with ample opportunities for fishing, swimming, paddling or hiking.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 93 electrical campsites with water
- 16 yurts
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible options
For more information, visit William M. Tugman State Park.
Sunset Bay State Park
Located near the Oregon port town of Coos Bay, Sunset Bay State Park is not on U.S. Highway 101. In North Bend, follow signs for Cape Arago Highway 540 and head west toward the coast. Situated near the calm bay, the park lives up to its name and is indeed a scenic place to watch the sunset.
The crescent-shaped beach is protected by cliffs at the mouth of the bay and is perfect for observing creatures in the tide pools.
There are two more Oregon coastal State Parks worth exploring on this beautiful stretch of road, though they do not offer overnight campgrounds. Visit Shore Acres State Park, the site of an Oregon timber baron’s old estate and take in the amazing views at Cape Arago State Park, where the road (and land) ends.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 30 full-hookup RV campsites
- 35 electrical campsites with water
- 65 tent campsites
- 8 yurts
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Sunset Bay State Park.
Bullards Beach State Park
! Effective January 1, 2024 to May 22, 2024 ! Bullards Beach State Park campground will be closed due to construction. The day-use areas, horse camp, lighthouse and boat ramp will remain open. For the latest information, visit the park website.
At the mouth of the Coquille River, Bullards Beach State Park is located 2 miles north of Bandon. This park is one of the most popular family beach campgrounds along the Oregon Coast with beach trails, horseback riding and the historic Coquille River lighthouse.
These campsites are set inland from the beach which provides some protection from those typical Oregon coastal winds.
Two trails connect the campground and beach: A 1.25-mile trail suitable for bikes with views of the river and a 3/4-mile trail that crosses through the sand dunes and wetlands over boardwalks. There is also beach access through the day-use area parking lot.
In the nearby town of Bandon, you’ll find restaurants, shopping and art galleries. Take the Beach Loop Drive and explore some of the best scenic Oregon Coast beaches like Bandon Beach, Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint, Bandon State Natural Area and Devil’s Kitchen.
Find more things to do in Bandon, Oregon.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 103 full-hookup RV campsites
- 82 electrical campsites with water
- 13 yurts
- Horse campsites
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Bullards Beach State Park.
Cape Blanco State Park
At the westernmost point of the state of Oregon, where the coastline veers toward the Pacific, you’ll find Cape Blanco. The historic Cape Blanco Lighthouse, built in 1870, is the oldest lighthouse in Oregon. The park also has miles of hiking trails, scenic ocean viewpoints, fishing, horse trails and a historic Victorian home open for tours.
The campground features 12 newly built horse corrals and is one of the best for equestrian state park camping on the Oregon Coast.
About 10 miles to the south is the small, old fishing town of Port Orford, Oregon. Here, you can explore art galleries and restaurants, take in the views at Battle Rock Wayside Park, embark on a kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP) tour or pedal along Oregon’s Wild Rivers Coast Scenic Bikeway.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 52 electrical campsites with water
- 4 cabins
- Horse campsites with 12 corrals
- Hiker/biker campsites
- ADA accessible campsite options
For more information, visit Cape Blanco State Park.
📄 Need more ideas for what to bring to the beach? Get a detailed beach packing list of useful items to bring for the day.
Humbug Mountain State Park
Humbug Mountain State Park is situated in the lush forest along Brush Creek near Port Orford, Oregon and has campsites with electric and water, tent campsites with water nearby and hiker/biker campsites.
A trail leading under the highway connects the campground to the beach. Hike to the summit of Humbug Mountain for panoramic ocean views or explore a section of the Oregon Coast Trail.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 39 electrical campsites with water
- 56 tent campsites with water nearby
- Hiker/biker camp
For more information, visit Humbug Mountain State Park.
Alfred A. Loeb State Park
Alfred A. Loeb State Park, while not a beach campground, is 8 miles inland from Brookings, Oregon and offers overnight campsites and rental cabins set amongst a dense Myrtlewood forest along the Chetco River.
Enjoy fishing, swimming, rafting and nature trails at this year-round Oregon State Park where you’ll also find the northernmost redwood grove in the U.S.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 43 electrical campsites with water
- 3 rustic cabins
- ADA accessible campsite options
- No dump station
For more information, visit Alfred A. Loeb State Park.
Harris Beach State Park
The last park on our list, Harris Beach State Park is just 2 miles north of Brookings, Oregon, near the California border. It’s known for its rugged rock formations, tide pools, trails and miles of scenic beach to roam.
Just offshore, Bird Island (aka Goat Island) is a National Wildlife Sanctuary and a good place to spot a Tufted Puffin in spring. Also keep an eye out for gray whales, seals and sea lions.
Only 5 minutes to the north is Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, a 12-mile stretch along the U.S. Highway 101 with several pullouts where you can take in some of the best and most photographed scenic views of the Oregon Coast.
The blue-green water, natural bridges, sea stacks and arched rock formations are truly impressive and should be added to your Oregon Coast road trip bucket list if you haven’t experienced it.
In nearby Brookings, grab a pint of local craft beer and some great seafood, stroll through Azalea Park, visit the Brookings Harbor Farmers Market, explore the crystal clear Chetco River or take in more gorgeous beach views at Chetco Point Park. Find more things to do in Brookings, Oregon.
Harris Beach State Park is one of the best beach campgrounds on the southern Oregon Coast and offers tent and RV camping with full hookup campsites.
Campground Overview
- Pet-friendly
- 65 full-hookup RV campsites
- 25 electrical campsites with water
- 59 tent campsites
- 6 yurts
- Hiker/biker campsites
- One ADA accessible campsite
For more information, visit Harris Beach State Park.
Things To Know Before You Go
⛅ What is the weather like at the Oregon Coast?
📄 What should I pack for a coastal Oregon camping trip?
For more outdoor adventures, see our guides to the best tide pools on the Oregon Coast, the top hiking trails, or view our full list of things to do on the Oregon Coast and browse by activity.
We hope this list helps you find the perfect Oregon Coast campground for your next camping trip. Feel free to bookmark this page or pin it for future reference to make your trip planning easier. Happy camping!
Oregon Coast State Parks Map
The map below includes Oregon State Park campgrounds along the coast. Click to learn more and get directions to each campground.
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