Warning
GeneralPlanning ahead for Fourth of July? Sand Lake Recreation Area will have a ticket system during the holiday weekend (July 3 – 5, 2026). Visitors will need a vehicle ticket or a reservation at a developed campground. Campsite vehicle parking limits will be strictly enforced. For more information, please visit fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/recreation/sand-lake-fourth-july.
Warning
GeneralDuring the winter season (November - April) several of our sites are now only available on a first-come, first-served basis due to frequent flooding. All first-come, first-served sites must be paid for at West Winds Campground at the credit card machine which is located on the other side of Galloway Rd. If you have any questions please contact the Hebo Ranger Station at (503) 392-5100, we are open M-F 8 AM-4 PM.
About Sandbeach Campground - Sand Lake Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 80
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (339)
What Guests Are Saying
Sandbeach Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly camp hosts and excellent access to the beach and dunes, making it a great spot for families and ATV enthusiasts. Many campers appreciate the spacious sites and enjoyable atmosphere, despite some noise from OHVs and occasional bathroom maintenance issues. While it may not be ideal for those seeking peace and quiet, it provides a fun, active camping experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Sandbeach Campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly camp hosts and excellent access to the beach and dunes, making it a great spot for families and ATV enthusiasts. Many campers appreciate the spacious sites and enjoyable atmosphere, despite some noise from OHVs and occasional bathroom maintenance issues. While it may not be ideal for those seeking peace and quiet, it provides a fun, active camping experience.
Review Summary
Robert F
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: SAND
A favorite place to camp. But...shocking lack of staff or forest service presence.
Erin N
VerifiedAugust 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SAND
Location is excellent to find hikes in surrounding area. The access to the river is great. Campground has become neglected and out of control. No enforcement of reservations and rules. No host when we visited. Safest Monday- Thursday, the weekend is a nightmare! Be prepared to clean up food waste and garbage from your site. Great location and original plan, it's just gone downhill in the last few years.
Heather F
VerifiedAugust 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: SAND
This is our 3rd time staying at this campground. We will come back no matter what. However, I will say that this most recent stay (Aug 4-10) it was so dirty. There was garbage all over our campsites (14-18) and bones were everywhere. We had to rake our sites so our kids didn’t step on anything that could have hurt them. Our dogs kept wanting to ingest these bones (looked like spinal chunks of an animal). We were happy because we got to go camping but the overall appearance was awful. Plus, the garbages hadn’t been picked up recently and was OVER FLOWING. the bathrooms were gross and ran out of toilet paper.
Like I said, we will go back no matter what as this is the FIRST time we weren’t 100% happy with everything.
Christi T
VerifiedAugust 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: SAND
Loved the site, plenty of room. Close to the estuary, and like that loop. Didn't have any problems. Would just remind people if you are camping at the dunes, ppl are their to ride. I have seen lots of reviews about noise, you are camping in a ATV use area. I would expect noise and riding. Loved the campground and the access to the estuary and dunes.
Oliver L
VerifiedAugust 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: SAND
Dirty restrooms and plenty of dune drivers. Quiet hours 12-6. Horribly loud :-(
Laura S
VerifiedAugust 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: SAND
Great campsite and beautiful location, BUT, no quiet hour enforcement. ATV’s were riding through the night. Hard to sleep even with ear plugs. If you’re looking for a quiet, serene camp experience, would not recommend.
Julie C
VerifiedJuly 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SAND
Don't spend time here unless you are part of the ATV culture here. It felt more like a gas station than a relaxing campground. Loud and smelly (with the exhaust!).
Sara G
VerifiedJuly 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SAND
Awesome place!
Emily H
VerifiedJuly 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: SAND
The campground itself was ok. Sites were nice, restrooms was rundown, dirty, no hand soap or sanitizer etc.
The big problem with this campground is the ATV noise right up until midnight and beyond. If you like relaxing and trying to sleep to wroom, wroom, wroom this is the place for you!
sarah d
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: SAND
beautiful location!!!!! no phone service!! beach just a short walk away!! flushable toilets!!
Location Sandbeach Campground - Sand Lake Recreation Area
Address:
Hebo Ranger District
Hebo, OR, 97122
United States
To Access from Pacific City, OR: From Highway 101 take Brooten Road into Pacific City. Turn left onto Pacific Ave at the four way stop. Drive over the bridge and turn right onto Cape Kiwanda Drive. Follow Cape Kiwanda Drive for 2.3 miles and then bear left when it changes to Sandlake Road (County Road 871). Stay on Sandlake Road for 5.2 miles and then turn left onto Galloway Road. Follow Galloway Road for 2.3 miles and then turn left onto Forest Road 1131. Proceed for 0.2 miles; the entrance to Sandbeach Campground is on the right side of the road.
To Access from Tillamook, OR: Follow Highway 101 south for 11 miles to Sandlake Road (County Road 871). Turn right onto Sandlake Road and travel 4 miles to a stop sign. Turn left to stay on Sandlake Road, and then travel for 1 mile to Galloway Road. Turn right onto Galloway Road and follow it for 2.3 miles to Forest Road 1131. Turn left onto Forest Road 1131 and proceed for 0.2 miles; the entrance to Sandbeach Campground is on the right side of the road.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.2842 / -123.956
Elevation: 4 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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| General |
No RV hookups or dump stations are available in this campground |
| General |
All motorized vehicles on sand must adhere to Oregon OHV regulations |
| General |
Planning ahead for Fourth of July? Sand Lake Recreation Area will have a ticket system from Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5, 2026. Visitors will need a vehicle ticket or a reservation at a developed campground. Campsite vehicle parking limits will be strictly enforced. For more information, please visit fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/recreation/sand-lake-fourth-july |
| General |
For more information on the Siuslaw National Forest, click here |
| General |
Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralPlanning ahead for Fourth of July? Sand Lake Recreation Area will have a ticket system during the holiday weekend (July 3 – 5, 2026). Visitors will need a vehicle ticket or a reservation at a developed campground. Campsite vehicle parking limits will be strictly enforced. For more information, please visit fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/recreation/sand-lake-fourth-july.
Warning
GeneralDuring the winter season (November - April) several of our sites are now only available on a first-come, first-served basis due to frequent flooding. All first-come, first-served sites must be paid for at West Winds Campground at the credit card machine which is located on the other side of Galloway Rd. If you have any questions please contact the Hebo Ranger Station at (503) 392-5100, we are open M-F 8 AM-4 PM.
