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SILTCOOS SAND CAMPING

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

16 total sites

About Siltcoos Sand Camping

The Siltcoos sand camping area is located about seven miles south of Florence. This unique area is an off-road enthusiast's dream: Several designated off-road vehicle routes crisscross the dunes and forests, and there is also a large open riding area to the north of Siltcoos Beach Road. In addition to off-road vehicle riding, visitors can enjoy beachcombing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.Siltcoos is located within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.These sites are only accessible to 4X4 vehicles on soft sand. Please plan accordingly.

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

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

16 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 015, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 016, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
⛺ 017, Loop: SILT Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 018, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 019, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 020, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 021, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 022, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 023, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 024, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 025, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 026, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 027, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 028, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 029, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly
🚐 030, Loop: SILT RV
Pet Friendly

Reviews (63)

What Guests Are Saying

Siltcoos Sand Camping offers a variety of nice campsites, particularly Site 27, which some campers enjoyed despite its exposure to wind. The area is described as quiet, secluded, and surrounded by nature, with opportunities to see wildlife. However, some campers noted issues with noise, trash, and road conditions, which may detract from the experience for those seeking a more tranquil environment.

Review Summary

3.5
63 reviews
5
38.1%
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4
22.2%
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12.7%
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Nels R

Verified

August 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: SILT

1

A bad experience overall. I couldn't find anywhere to park my car to hike into the sand camping, everywhere said do not park here so I drove around for an hour trying to get help from a campsite host. Literally, all of them were off duty and hid inside their RVs as to not have to help me. I eventually decided to park near a trailhead and take my chances of not getting a fine. I get to my designated spot and some lady is parked there with her RV and truck. She said that the spot was open on the site and she purchased it. I had previously reserved that spot weeks in advance so either she was lying or this site sucks. Then she said she would be ok to "share the spot" as if she had a rightful claim of the spot which I had paid for. I just decided to go up the road and camp in the trees because I didn't want to have to listen to a generator all night. This area really doesn't want you in it and wants you to pay every opportunity it can get. I wouldn't recommend camping here in the sand, just pick a rv spot.

Shelley G

Verified

June 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: SILT

5

Great location and close to trails. Lots of space to put tents and vehicles.

Shelley G

Verified

June 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: SILT

5

Great location and close to trails. Lots of space to put tents and vehicles.

Jeff S

Verified

February 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: SILT

4

Fun time.

Jeff S

Verified

February 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: SILT

4

Fun time.

Zane W

Verified

December 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: SILT

5

Great large camp for families. Kids love it! Just a huge sand box to play in.
Do your homework before you go. Make sure you have the mandatory equipment before driving on the sand. This section of the dunes can be thick so be prepared. Close enough to the road that most rigs can make it to the site, but far enough away to feel privacy.

Zane W

Verified

December 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: SILT

5

Great large camp for families. Kids love it! Just a huge sand box to play in.
Do your homework before you go. Make sure you have the mandatory equipment before driving on the sand. This section of the dunes can be thick so be prepared. Close enough to the road that most rigs can make it to the site, but far enough away to feel privacy.

Lise T

Verified

October 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: SILT

5

We had not camped or ridden here in all of the years we have been coming to the coastal dunes. We had a blast, very different terrain. Will be back!!

Lise T

Verified

October 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: SILT

5

We had not camped or ridden here in all of the years we have been coming to the coastal dunes. We had a blast, very different terrain. Will be back!!

jack c

Verified

October 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: SILT

4

Pro: Campsite spacing is mostly good. Toilets excellent. We like campsites without electricity, water and sewer - generally makes for a more diverse and interesting group of fellow campers.

Con: A better explanation of same day reservations is needed. Fortunately, another camper helped us out. In the case of Siltcoos, there needs to be a map showing where cell reception is best.

Location & Directions for Siltcoos Sand Camping

Oregon Dunes Visitor Center, Reedsport, OR 97467 United States

Elevation: 8 ft

Getting There

<p>From Florence, Oregon, travel about 7 mi south on Highway 101 to the Siltcoos Beach Access Road. Turn right (west) onto the Siltcoos Beach Access Road and proceed 1.3 mi to the Driftwood II Campground entrance. Turn right onto the access road a...

Nearest town

Reedsport, OR - 15 mi

About 22 min to downtown

Highway access

Siltcoos Sand Camping is accessible via Highway 101, which is approximately 7 miles to the north in Florence, Oregon.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Notice to all Dune Riders! The Oregon dunes have the highest off-highway vehicle incident rates in the state. Before riding, please be aware of dune riding hazards and what you and others can do to stay safe. Here are some dune riding safety tips along with some general riding tips that can help redu ce incidents.&nbsp; Oregon ATV Program information can be found at www.OregonOHV.org.&nbsp;
  • Guidelines for a safe visit to the Siuslaw National Forest The 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:&nbsp; 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. For more information on COVID-19 in Oregon, please visit: https://govstatus.egov.com/OR-OHA-COVID-19&nbsp;
  • 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.
  • Access is by 4X4 on soft sand only
  • Camp only within designated sites and within 150 feet of the site marker
  • No drinking water, restrooms, or fire rings; please bring all necessary equipment including water, portable toilets, and fire pans
  • Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility
  • Alcohol is prohibited
  • State of Oregon OHV permit required for off-road vehicle use
  • All motorized vehicles on sand must adhere to Oregon OHV regulations; click here for information
  • Sites must occupied within first 24 hours of arrival time. Otherwise unoccupied sites will be considered a "no-show" and will be released.
  • Click here for more information on the Siuslaw National Forest
  • 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.
  • Snowy plovers, a threatened species of small coastal bird, has a designated nesting habitat on Siltcoos Beach. Beach access in nesting area restricted during Snowy Plover nesting season (March 15-September 15). The USFS coordinates with Oregon State Parks and beach goers to protect these threatened birds during a very sensitive time.
  • 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.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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