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
Bao V
VerifiedApril 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: SAND
I brought my sister's family to camp here for my niece's first outdoor camping experience. It's a family-friendly campground to introduce newbies to the outdoors on the coast. I chose the location for its proximity to many attractions. The campground is just ~12 mins drive to Pacific City to see Cape Kiwanda State Park in the southern direction and about ~15 mins drive north to Tillamook for the cheese factory experience. The campground itself is mostly clean and while it is early in the spring season, we found (most) campers to be polite and respectful with quiet hours. This is an ATV-designated campground for people exploring the sand dunes so people should take that into consideration before considering to camp here if noise or such activity is an issue. This campground also went away from the old cash payment system so you will need to register your campsite online via the website in advance. There is no cellular signal inside the campground so you will need to walk out to the beach to find signal or drive into a nearby town such as Pacific City. We were able to get signal from the beach if you walk farther out into the open area. Some campgrounds will be flooded seasonally as mentioned on the website so you should avoid those sites and possibly the one annex / nearby them as well.
Teresa P
VerifiedApril 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: SAND
Campsite had garbage from last camper
People still packing up at 230 to leave when I arrived
guy n
VerifiedDecember 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: SAND
Always a nice place, bathrooms in campground need to be refurbished and kept up better, camp hosts and Rangers always helpful and cordial.
Debbie J
VerifiedNovember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SAND
Had a great time best weather ever!
Holly K
VerifiedOctober 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: SAND
It’s was a great time.
Wes B
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: SAND
Horrible experience here. A large group moved in next to us. 6 tents and 5 vehicles in one site. Raced OHVs around campground at 11:30pm until 1 am and partied hard. Campground host was deaf and blind to the problem. Very poorly enforced rules. Stay away unless you like to break the rules. We had 4 days booked but left after three horrible nights.
Charles M
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: SAND
If you LOVE ATVs then this is the place for you, otherwise, go somewhere else. Sounded like the pits at a NASCAR race from 7am-11pm.
Ralph S
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: SAND
We have been coming to Sand Lake for years now, and it still serves the purpose which is mainly riding and having fun on the sand. So, for those looking to just do regular camping, not the best destination.
george h
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: SAND
We had a reservation for 4 days, we were close so decided to drive through and check it out. Thank goodness we did! It was tight turns, rigs so close you could see what your neighbors were having for breakfast and hear what they were saying. Guess it would be great for a family reunion or friendsgiving, but for just wanting to relax, this is NOT the place.
Robert H
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: SAND
Can be very busy on weekends
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 |
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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 |
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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.
