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
Bernard M
VerifiedAugust 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: SAND
This should be listed as an ATV only campground. It was so noisy you could not sit outside (or inside for that matter) and carry on a conversation. Hours and hours of ATVs driving in circles on the campground roads. It got so bad we left the first evening and stayed in a Walmart parking lot for the night! TERRIBLE
Amber H
VerifiedJuly 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SAND
Sad to see so little enforcement of the rules. People being allowed to camp and ride in grassy areas. Having as many as 5 cars in these areas. parking cars and atv's in the sites and not on paved areas.
Rachel R
VerifiedJuly 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: SAND
Large campsites with flush toilets and water close by. Beach access close within walking distance. A lot of ATV, UTV, and dirt bikes around but most seemed very respectful of quiet hours. Camp hosts we're very sweet. Will definitely be looking into staying here again.
Bonnie T
VerifiedJuly 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: SAND
This place is beautiful and clean the sights are large.Oh and if you have any questions while your there the campground keepers are very friendly and it doesn't bother them,the campers there are also nice and helping others .
Mary T
VerifiedJuly 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: SAND
Very noisy campground with roaring ATVs, loud dogs barking in the middle of the night, and people not following rules.
Kevin W
VerifiedJuly 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SAND
Super fun for everyone!
Andrew M
VerifiedJuly 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: SAND
Not ideal if you're not into motorsports.
Adam W
VerifiedJuly 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: SAND
No enforcement of quiet time or staff presence at night. I booked Sunday-Tuesday to avoid crowds. Our neighbors were there to party and kept us up till 3 AM the first night. The second night, when they turned the radio on and started shouting at 10 PM, we ended up in a confrontation. We had a group of 10+ people shouting threats and names at us, approaching our tents while we were inside, and no staff or help of any kind. I have camped there over 15 times and I have never felt so stressed or threatened. No longer a safe place to take my family. This will be my last visit.
Marsha M
VerifiedJuly 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: SAND
Fun
Kyle D
VerifiedJuly 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: SAND
BEWARE!!! Not for quiet families, tent campers, or those expecting a peaceful retreat!! We came out to Sandbeach expecting easy beach access and a peaceful camping experience. Wish we’d known more about this spot! Turns out it is an OHV/ATV rally point. Soooo many loud OHVs in and around the campground at almost all hours of the day. The noise was inescapable. Super disappointing. The beach access was nice - walking distance to Sand Lake (which is really an ocean inlet/slough) with great clamming. The actual beach is also within walking distance. But so frustrating to be surrounded by obnoxiously loud OHVs. Meanwhile, there is a roped off shore bird nesting area within ear shot of all of the OHVs. How is this acceptable?! Those birds are just as disturbed by NOISE as people walking nearby! Unbelievable that this is allowed! Will not be returning, and will be recommending added protections for the shore birds in terms of NOISE REDUCTION!
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 |
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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.
