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
amber J
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SAND
We always go to sandbeach “sand lake” I have noticed over the years it’s getting way more crowded with people from Washington. Which sometimes ruins the experience for us . I feel that the rangers need to enforce the rules a little more they are kind of blind to some things which they are clearly going on.
Rebecca L
VerifiedJuly 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: SAND
I love this place! We have a great time every time!
Bob T
VerifiedJanuary 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SAND
great campground!
Vendala H
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: SAND
Love this place!!
Michelle L
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: SAND
Nice big camping sites with plenty of driveway for your 5th wheel and truck. Lovely trees surrounded our campsite but plenty of sunlight too. Water and bathrooms were nearby.
Tillamook was not to far away for site seeing. You can hear the Pacific Ocean waves breaking but your not on the beach. It was a super nice campground for boondocking. We stayed in the middle of the week.
Jason C
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: SAND
It was great until the guy moved into the campsite next to me. Put his generator 5 foot from my tent and ran it from 6 am until I asked him to please turn it off at 11:30pm at night. The he turned it back on at 6Am . It wouldn't have been a big deal if it was a quiet one. The campground is nice but needs to do something about people being able to do this. It was rude and made the trip a bad experience. So be just wanted to pass this on to everyone. Please respect your neighbors.
Kiesha S
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SAND
Great place to camp and rip sand. Camping is close to sand entrance. Riding right next to the water is sublime. Views from atop the hills are magical. Great place to ride without traveling too far from Portland/Vancouver.
Aubrey H
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: SAND
Sandbeach has been a family favourite for about 12-13 years, so I'd say that says a lot in itself. It's location so close to the ocean is a bonus, as compared to some quading sites further south down the coast. Proximity to Pacific City and Tillamook is helpful for replenishing goods and don't miss the cliffs at The Pelican (excellent food, too). Because many trees and bushes have been preserved around the sites kids have a great playtime. It's pretty much one of our favourite places on earth.
Irina M
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: SAND
It must be very good for people with quads, but we are just regular travellers who did booking online. It was not clear at the time of booking that this camping is specialized and suitable ONLY for people with quads.
It is loud, with no quick access to the shore. Other regular travellers looked frustrated too.
And a note for the administrative body: quad traces are everywhere, including the places where it is forbidden
Linda S
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: SAND
Sand beach is beautiful, serene. Well worth foregoing a shower. Possible my favorite beach on the Oregon coast.
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.
