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
Ian Z
VerifiedOctober 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: SAND
Peter C
VerifiedOctober 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: SAND
This place was so over-run with off-road vehicle chaos. Our camp spot was already occupied by some imposter RV, sprawled all over, and the camp host was nowhere to be found “off duty at 2pm”. Never going back there and highly recommend other folks looking for anything other than off-roading mayhem do the same.
Michele C
VerifiedOctober 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: SAND
It was extremely loud and no one was reinforcing the curfew. 2 miracle fights that went on cursing into the night with with gross language. There were children in our group it was unacceptable.
Jacquelinne Q
VerifiedOctober 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: SAND
Beautiful place clean and safe for the kid I love it I recommend a lot for family camping 🏕 ❤️ 😊
Michael M
VerifiedOctober 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: SAND
Great place. Private, spacious spots with friendly host that keep the place very nice.
Randy R
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SAND
Great campground for riding on the beach.
Michael B
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: SAND
The camp hosts and the rangers were very nice and helpful, we tried to buy firewood prior to getting to our camp site and the camp hosts were able to locate some for us so we could have a fire for my grand kids first camping trip.
Benjamin M
VerifiedOctober 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SAND
Campground is great as usual and the camp hosts are always fantastic, the dunes however are more and more lawless every time we ride. There's a reason it has the nickname "Skid Row Of The Dunes", and it lives up to it. There's literally zero law enforcement presence any moreand a lot of the riders are taking advantage of that. If you come here to ride keep your situational awareness elevated and be safe!
Erica R
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SAND
Pros:
The campsite was huge. Bathrooms were clean and close to campsite. Water is close as well. Day use beach 3 min walk from site. Plenty of shade. It was a nice family trip riding at the dunes for 3 days. I love the campground and will defiantly return yearly.
Cons:
No cell service
There is no hand soap at restrooms , so make sure to bring some.
Campsite number 33 no privacy
We had a huge group of people across from us who reserved 6 campsites and were loud and singing karaoke until 3 am in the morning, screaming, and drunk.
Tyann K
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SAND
Thank you so very much! We had a great trip amazing weather! We will return next year
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 |
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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.
