Warning
GeneralPlanning ahead for Fourth of July? Sand Lake Recreation Area will have a ticket system during the holiday weekend (July 3 β 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
Madison d
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 045, Loop: SAND
I booked my spots in February, showed up in August for my spots and the book one of them out again number 47. I called camp host and he told me it didn't say who it was booked to just that it was booked they couldn't pull up names or refund me. And there no phones service so I couldn't call the sight. So I have to pack 2 trailers and trucks into one sight. And was out the money i don't think I'll ever stay there again.
Madison d
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 045, Loop: SAND
I booked my spots in February, showed up in August for my spots and the book one of them out again number 47. I called camp host and he told me it didn't say who it was booked to just that it was booked they couldn't pull up names or refund me. And there no phones service so I couldn't call the sight. So I have to pack 2 trailers and trucks into one sight. And was out the money i don't think I'll ever stay there again.
Madison d
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 045, Loop: SAND
I booked my spots in February, showed up in August for my spots and the book one of them out again number 47. I called camp host and he told me it didn't say who it was booked to just that it was booked they couldn't pull up names or refund me. And there no phones service so I couldn't call the sight. So I have to pack 2 trailers and trucks into one sight. And was out the money i don't think I'll ever stay there again.
Gabriel K
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: SAND
EXTREMELY LOUD!!!!!!!!!! We got here during the evening and it was still SOSOSOSO loud. Abour 90% of the lot was atvs and dune buggies. Your ears will literally rattle from the noise. We stayed for about an hour. Trying to walk to the beach without getting hit by these loud death machines.. Ended up turning around and LEAVING. We stayed at a very nice and QUIET first come first serve campsite in the area. God bless that campsite and wendy the hostπππ. DO NOT STAY HERE. 99% of the good reviews are from the dune buggy people.
Patrick D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 017, Loop: SAND
Clean and nice camp host, very lenient on your setup and the arrangement of things, which is very nice! I would have given the last star but holy smokes was the bathroom sink and mirror nasty. Probably understaffed for anything better. I plan on bringing some bleach to clean it myself next time
Patrick D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 017, Loop: SAND
Clean and nice camp host, very lenient on your setup and the arrangement of things, which is very nice! I would have given the last star but holy smokes was the bathroom sink and mirror nasty. Probably understaffed for anything better. I plan on bringing some bleach to clean it myself next time
Gabriel K
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: SAND
EXTREMELY LOUD!!!!!!!!!! We got here during the evening and it was still SOSOSOSO loud. Abour 90% of the lot was atvs and dune buggies. Your ears will literally rattle from the noise. We stayed for about an hour. Trying to walk to the beach without getting hit by these loud death machines.. Ended up turning around and LEAVING. We stayed at a very nice and QUIET first come first serve campsite in the area. God bless that campsite and wendy the hostπππ. DO NOT STAY HERE. 99% of the good reviews are from the dune buggy people.
Gabriel K
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: SAND
EXTREMELY LOUD!!!!!!!!!! We got here during the evening and it was still SOSOSOSO loud. Abour 90% of the lot was atvs and dune buggies. Your ears will literally rattle from the noise. We stayed for about an hour. Trying to walk to the beach without getting hit by these loud death machines.. Ended up turning around and LEAVING. We stayed at a very nice and QUIET first come first serve campsite in the area. God bless that campsite and wendy the hostπππ. DO NOT STAY HERE. 99% of the good reviews are from the dune buggy people.
Patrick D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 017, Loop: SAND
Clean and nice camp host, very lenient on your setup and the arrangement of things, which is very nice! I would have given the last star but holy smokes was the bathroom sink and mirror nasty. Probably understaffed for anything better. I plan on bringing some bleach to clean it myself next time
Preston S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 074, Loop: SAND
Overall the campgrounds are well cared for and being close to the beach is nice. We personally didn't realize this is a motocross-preferred campground and engine noise is everywhere. Not a negative of the cammpground, just wasn't for us :) The place looks like a lot of fun if you want to ride some bikes.
The big issue with this particular site is the path between the campground and the day-use area runs right through the campsite. We had people just walking right through between our picnic table and the firepit. This should not be a campsite. If you stay here, just don't pick this site number. Plus the site was severely uneven with only one small area level enough for a tent. Grab another spot here if you can.
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 β 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
