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.
About Sandbeach Campground - Sand Lake Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 80
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Jet Skiing
Motor Boat
Mountain Biking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (1036)
What Guests Are Saying
Sandbeach Campground offers a pleasant camping experience with friendly hosts and easy access to beautiful dunes and beaches. Many visitors appreciate the campground's cleanliness and the availability of fire pits and picnic tables. However, some concerns were raised about litter, noise levels from ATV activity, and restroom maintenance, which may detract from the overall experience for those seeking a quieter environment.
What Guests Are Saying
Sandbeach Campground offers a pleasant camping experience with friendly hosts and easy access to beautiful dunes and beaches. Many visitors appreciate the campground's cleanliness and the availability of fire pits and picnic tables. However, some concerns were raised about litter, noise levels from ATV activity, and restroom maintenance, which may detract from the overall experience for those seeking a quieter environment.
Review Summary
Erica L
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: SAND
~Pros:
Great site size .
Next to day use beach.
Close to trash and water. Trash not to close so it won’t smell.
Bathroom is close enough.
Shade under trees to place tents. Enough room for 4-5 tents in shade.
~Cons: lots and lots of ants. Compared to other sites I’ve stayed at 12 sites. But you’re outside so it’s expected.
**No privacy at this site your out in the open. We had 2 canopies so had privacy.
Over all had a great time and this site was good.
Erica L
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: SAND
~Pros:
Great site size .
Next to day use beach.
Close to trash and water. Trash not to close so it won’t smell.
Bathroom is close enough.
Shade under trees to place tents. Enough room for 4-5 tents in shade.
~Cons: lots and lots of ants. Compared to other sites I’ve stayed at 12 sites. But you’re outside so it’s expected.
**No privacy at this site your out in the open. We had 2 canopies so had privacy.
Over all had a great time and this site was good.
Timothy M
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: SAND
Fantastic hosts and campsites! The beach is wonderful by the lake. Will definitely be back.
A little noisy around Jul 4th with the SXS and 4.wheelers.but they behave well.
Janet W
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: SAND
Way too many people are allowed in on the holiday weekends, and basically anytime anymore. Too many cars too many people it's not even safe to go out on the sand. It is ridiculous that they cannot do a permit system or have better control of the people and the noise and the quiet time, the camp hosts are useless, the Rangers don't go through the campgrounds, it is just wild west and No Holds Barred and no rules. I have been going for over 20 years and have seen the change. I'm not a newbie who does not know what Sand Lake is about which is ATVs which is noise, I know that but this is beyond Way Beyond what is tolerable
Timothy M
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: SAND
Fantastic hosts and campsites! The beach is wonderful by the lake. Will definitely be back.
A little noisy around Jul 4th with the SXS and 4.wheelers.but they behave well.
Janet W
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: SAND
Way too many people are allowed in on the holiday weekends, and basically anytime anymore. Too many cars too many people it's not even safe to go out on the sand. It is ridiculous that they cannot do a permit system or have better control of the people and the noise and the quiet time, the camp hosts are useless, the Rangers don't go through the campgrounds, it is just wild west and No Holds Barred and no rules. I have been going for over 20 years and have seen the change. I'm not a newbie who does not know what Sand Lake is about which is ATVs which is noise, I know that but this is beyond Way Beyond what is tolerable
Janet W
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: SAND
Way too many people are allowed in on the holiday weekends, and basically anytime anymore. Too many cars too many people it's not even safe to go out on the sand. It is ridiculous that they cannot do a permit system or have better control of the people and the noise and the quiet time, the camp hosts are useless, the Rangers don't go through the campgrounds, it is just wild west and No Holds Barred and no rules. I have been going for over 20 years and have seen the change. I'm not a newbie who does not know what Sand Lake is about which is ATVs which is noise, I know that but this is beyond Way Beyond what is tolerable
Timothy M
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: SAND
Fantastic hosts and campsites! The beach is wonderful by the lake. Will definitely be back.
A little noisy around Jul 4th with the SXS and 4.wheelers.but they behave well.
MIKE W
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: SAND
Rules were not followed regarding atv use after 10pm and fireworks. It seemed the hosts were not interested or able to enforce the rules.
MIKE W
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: SAND
Rules were not followed regarding atv use after 10pm and fireworks. It seemed the hosts were not interested or able to enforce the rules.
Location Sandbeach Campground - Sand Lake Recreation Area
Address:
Hebo Ranger District, 31525 Highway 22, Po Box 235
Hebo, OR, 97122
United States
Sandbeach Campground is accessible via Highway 101, which is approximately 11 miles to the east from Tillamook. Sandlake Road (County Road 871) connects directly to Highway 101 and leads to Galloway Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.2842 / -123.956
Elevation: 4 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site types & loops
- This campground does not provide RV hookups or dump stations.
Vehicles & parking
- Motorized vehicles on sand must comply with Oregon OHV regulations.
Fees & deposits
- A ticket system is in place for Fourth of July weekend; vehicle tickets or campground reservations are required.
General
- For more information on the Siuslaw National Forest, click here
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain and burn it near your camping destination to protect forests.
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.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
