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
Peter A
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: SAND
Never again. This next door to the off-road area for ATVs, etc. Lots of VERY LOUD off road vehicles doing laps in the campground. Some with kids standing on seats, others with three little kids no helmets and no adult supervision. We had reservations for two nights, left the first thing in the morning after the first night.
Marquita G
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: SAND
I’ve been coming here since I was a kid and I always have a great time!!
Kristen W
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SAND
Everything was great. We stayed here Sunday through Tuesday the weekend before Labor Day weekend and it was pretty darn quiet, so the sand was also good. No problems with loud neighbors. Campground was clean.
Mary P
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: SAND
Nice big spaces.
Sarah S
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: SAND
Campground was very clean and organized. People quieted down at night and very friendly. The beach and estuary were amazing! Will go there again!
Robert V
VerifiedAugust 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: SAND
Greetings.
I stayed in the circle and it was a ridiculously dangerous place to be during the weekend. My family and I were there for 9 days. First weekend had over 50 Hispanics in the circle, we'll over the people per space rule. That first weekend, they were trying to teach their kids to ride. Do that at home or on the sand. There's a place for that by the day use area. There were over 5 accidents. One kids fell off a dirtbike with training wheels and the dirtbike kept going and hit someone's SUV. Kids and adults alike, were riding the the center of the circle doing burnouts and spewing rocks and sand everywhere. My granddaughter and I spent 2 hours after they all left, sweeping all the rocks and sand back to the center. The weekdays were great. I had 2 spaces rented. 1 for my daughter and her family and for my wife, granddaughters and I. The following was the more of the same except everyone was going the wrong way in the circle.
Austin F
VerifiedAugust 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: SAND
I'll keep it simple. Don't camp here if you don't have an ATV or dirt bike and don't like listening to the sound of engines revving all evening and early in the morning. Very rude, noisy, and inconsiderate neighbors during our stay. However, I will say the beach is beautiful and the campground is located not too far from Tillamook and Pacific City.
Shaun B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: SAND
Restrooms were clean and camp host was nice. Definately will be going here again.
Heather F
VerifiedAugust 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: SAND
This was our second time here! SUCH A BLAST! We make this our annual stop every August! The weather is perfect, crowds aren’t too crazy during the week, and the campground is super easy to explore with all size vehicles. The walking beach is perfect distance to visit for the day, too. The campground host was very nice and fun to chit chat with. We can’t wait for 2022!!!!!
John M
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: SAND
First time at that park. Didn't realize it was a dune park....pretty noisy but to be expected. Showers and hand soap in restrooms would have been nice. Overall, clean level sites with table and firepit. Nice trees separate sites.
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 |
| 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.