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Eel Creek Campground

Single lane flat asphalt road winding through conifer trees and shrubbery.
Eel Creek Campground
Eel Creek Campground
Eel Creek Campground
Eel Creek Campground

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About Eel Creek Campground

Eel Creek Campground sits among coastal shrubbery on the edge of the sandy dunes within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The campground provides a peaceful and attractive atmosphere for hikers and birders. The most popular non-motorized trail here is the John Dellenback Dunes Trail, which guides hikers through the scenic dunes to the Pacific beach. This section of dunes features spectacular heights and stunning, expansive vistas. 

Number of accommodations: 48

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Sites & Availability

48 Sites Available

Site
Price
02, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 07/08, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 22, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 25, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 26, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 27, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 29, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 30, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 31, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 32, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 33, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 34, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 35, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 36, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
37, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
8 guests
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 38, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 39, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 40, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 42, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 43, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 45, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 46, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 47, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 48, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 49, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 50, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 51, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 52, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night
🚐 53, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$44.00
/ per night

Reviews (298)

What Guests Are Saying

Eel Creek Campground is a highly praised site known for its beautiful location near the Oregon Dunes and Sieslaw Forest, offering clean, private campsites and friendly hosts. Campers appreciate the access to hiking trails and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While some suggest improvements such as counter space in restrooms and more accessible booking options, the overall experience is marked by cleanliness, privacy, and stunning natural surroundings.

Review Summary

4.1
298 reviews
5
52.3%
156
4
22.5%
67
3
12.8%
38
2
7.7%
23
1
4.7%
14

Signe D

Verified

August 20, 2020 Stayed at: 16, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

4

This is a great campground for tent camping, with nice private sites. Not as good for pull-through trailers, as those can't make use of the privacy. Excellent dune access.

Kyla D

Verified

August 13, 2020 Stayed at: 05, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

3

Based on reviews I thought I was going to get a private spot but our spot was in a field. We made the best of it though. The host didn't do well at regulating quiet time which typically doesn't bother me but there was some sort of altercation at 1AM and cops and an ambulance were involved. This probably could have been prevented if the host did a better job. Other than that, bathrooms were great! The dunes were fantastic! All the other sites looked very private but very small. Cute place.

Ulrike K

Verified

August 12, 2020 Stayed at: 27, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Excellent campsite with walking paths to the dunes!

Melissa K

Verified

August 8, 2020 Stayed at: 47, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

I absolutely loved Eel Creek campground! It was beautiful and you couldn’t pick a bad spot. They were all very private spots, with some larger for families. Beautiful rhododendron plants all around, exceptionally clean bathroom facilities, and lots of access to water. The check-in process with the host was super easy and the location, you can’t beat it. The campground has direct access to the dunes trails, which were breathtaking. I loved everything about it and will absolutely be back!

Mark M

Verified

August 6, 2020 Stayed at: 16, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

4

Good, clean, safe campground. Everyone was respectfully quiet. Host was responsive and friendly. Dune access short walk away.

Chad B

Verified

August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 37, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

Great location next to the sand dunes with private campsites and clean restrooms with flush toilets.

sinell h

Verified

July 23, 2020 Stayed at: 16, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

5

great spot. close to the dunes. close to lakes in the area that are good for swimming and fishing

Cindy F

July 13, 2020

3

The campground is nice. There was a noisy group of about 25 people that partied until 3:30 AM on the 4th of July, keeping the other campers awake. I don't think there was a campground host monitoring things.

Brandon B

Verified

July 13, 2020 Stayed at: 42, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

1

Let me start by saying we love the campground overall. We stayed here once before in spot 07/08 and it was a favorite camping trip ever. We stayed in spot 42 this time and it too was a great spot. However the overall experience wasn't great this time. First the men's bathroom was not in service for our loop, so our 12-year old daughter didn't feel comfortable going to the bathroom because drunk men were coming into the bathroom. Definitely not ideal. To top it off there was a group that was yelling and cussing throughout the night and playing loud music. The last time I looked it was 12:30 and no one came around to warn them or anything. Then to top it off the morning we were set to leave we went to start our car to find our battery was dead. While I was trying to get through to roadside service, my wife went to the camp host to see if he could possible jump our car. He had a huge truck. He laughed at my wife and said he doesn't do that and she could ask the other guests. The fact he was unwilling to use his truck to help out was pathetic enough, but to top it off he didn't offer any other sort of help other than to wish us luck in finding someone else to help us. Then what made him a poor excuse of a camp host was the fact that he laughed when he was asked if he could help. So if you enjoy a camp host who isn't helpful and that doesn't keep other guests from disturbing the rest of the campground, feel free to camp here. The nice spots might be enough to make the experience worthwhile. For us it wasn't.

Dean N

Verified

June 28, 2020 Stayed at: 47, Loop: AREA EEL CREEK CAMPGROUND

4

Nice location.

Location Eel Creek Campground

Address:
Oregon Dunes Visitor Center
Reedsport, OR, 97467
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 43.5884 / -124.187

Elevation: 19 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Guidelines for a safe visit to the Siuslaw National ForestThe Siuslaw’s campgrounds, day use areas, and trails continue to be open for public enjoyment. While you are visiting the Forest, please adhere to the following guidelines. These guidelines will help ensure a safe and healthy visit for you and your family, our employees and volunteers, and other visitors: Please keep in mind that restrooms are generally cleaned and disinfected at least once daily at the more popular campgrounds and day use sites, and once to three times a week at other sites.Be prepared to provide your own soap, sanitizer, or disinfectant.If no trash receptacle is provided, please protect your public lands by packing out your waste and trash.

General

Forest Service-operated campsites on the Siuslaw National Forest are currently available by online reservation only. Visitors can make reservations online through this website (preferred), or via phone by calling the recreation.gov phone line at 877-444-6777. If you call this number, please be prepared for longer-than-usual wait times. Please note that the Siuslaw National Forest does not have any control over the recreation.gov phone line, so we ask you to please prepare by making reservations well in advance.

General

There is a 14-day in 30 rolling days camping limit on the Siuslaw National Forest. The 14 days does not have to be consecutive. The 14-day limit covers the entire Siuslaw National Forest and not just this campground as shown in the Rules Section. This means you cannot go to other campgrounds on the Siuslaw National Forest after reaching the 14-day limit.

General

No RV hookups available in this campground

General

Sites must occupied within first 24 hours of arrival time. Otherwise unoccupied sites will be considered a "no-show" and will be released.

General

For more information on Siuslaw National Forest, click here

General

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.

General

There is a 2 vehicle limit per campsite

General

This campground is located in close proximity to multiple lakes and wetlands. Due to this, there can be an abundance of mosquitoes between the months of April and August. Please be prepared for this.

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