About Umpqua Sand Camping
Number of accommodations: 27
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Water Access
- Beach Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (72)
What Guests Are Saying
Umpqua Sand Camping is highly praised as a great site, conveniently located near Banshee Hill and close to the road turnoff. Reviewers consistently highlight its overall appeal.
What Guests Are Saying
Umpqua Sand Camping is highly praised as a great site, conveniently located near Banshee Hill and close to the road turnoff. Reviewers consistently highlight its overall appeal.
Review Summary
Zane W
VerifiedJanuary 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
Know what you are getting into when reserving a sand camp spot and do your research. You must have required items: ATV permit (can be purchased online), shovel, fire extinguisher, and a fire pan. There is cell phone service at Winchester Bay. Beware that not all sites are accessible during winter months and high water. It's better to reserve your spot once you are on site to be sure you can get there. The site we love in December was not accessible in January. We still found a great spot. The sand can be deep so be sure your rig is capable and you have knowledge of traveling on sand.
Zane W
VerifiedJanuary 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
Know what you are getting into when reserving a sand camp spot and do your research. You must have required items: ATV permit (can be purchased online), shovel, fire extinguisher, and a fire pan. There is cell phone service at Winchester Bay. Beware that not all sites are accessible during winter months and high water. It's better to reserve your spot once you are on site to be sure you can get there. The site we love in December was not accessible in January. We still found a great spot. The sand can be deep so be sure your rig is capable and you have knowledge of traveling on sand.
Rick C
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
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Rick C
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
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Edgar A
VerifiedDecember 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
When i got to my campsite there was someone who had taken it. They were gone i had to wait over 2 hrs for them to come. I drove around looking for a ranger and there was noone on site.
Joel M
VerifiedDecember 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
The entire two sites were flooded out.
Edgar A
VerifiedDecember 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
When i got to my campsite there was someone who had taken it. They were gone i had to wait over 2 hrs for them to come. I drove around looking for a ranger and there was noone on site.
Joel M
VerifiedDecember 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
The entire two sites were flooded out.
Heidy V
VerifiedOctober 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
It is virtually impossible to get to the campsite. Extremely soft sand and lots of hills in order to make it to the designated area with a long trailer. Beautiful scenery just not accessible. Had to camp elsewhere.
Heidy V
VerifiedOctober 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: AREA UMPQUA ODNRA
It is virtually impossible to get to the campsite. Extremely soft sand and lots of hills in order to make it to the designated area with a long trailer. Beautiful scenery just not accessible. Had to camp elsewhere.
Location Umpqua Sand Camping
Address:
Oregon Dunes Visitor Center
Reedsport, OR, 97467
United States
From Reedsport, Oregon, travel about 3 miles south on Highway 101 to Winchester Bay. Turn right onto Salmon Harbor Drive. Proceed for 2.5 miles on Salmon Harbor Drive to the National Forest boundary. Vehicles can access the sand at the boundary, or from the two Umpqua Beach day-use/off-road vehicle staging areas. Umpqua Beach Staging Area #3 is at the end of the road, a total of 4 miles from the intersection with Highway 101.
Umpqua Sand Camping is accessible via Highway 101, which is approximately 3 miles north in Reedsport. Salmon Harbor Drive connects directly from Highway 101 to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.6314 / -124.212
Elevation: 7 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Reservations for Forest Service-operated campsites must be made online or via phone, with potential wait times.
- Sites must be occupied within 24 hours of arrival to avoid being released as a no-show.
- For more information about the Siuslaw National Forest, visit the provided link.
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.
Safety & rules
- Be aware of dune riding hazards and follow safety tips when riding in the Oregon dunes.
- Follow guidelines for a safe visit, including restroom cleaning schedules and packing out trash.
- Bring garbage bags as this facility operates on a 'pack in-pack out' basis.
- Alcohol possession is not allowed at this campground.
- There is a 14-day camping limit within any 30-day period across the Siuslaw National Forest.
Vehicles & parking
- Access to the site is restricted to 4X4 vehicles on soft sand.
- An OHV permit from the State of Oregon is required for off-road vehicle riding.
- Motorized vehicles must follow Oregon OHV regulations when riding on sand.
Site capacity
- Camping is allowed only at designated sites and must be within 150 feet of the site marker.
Utilities
- No drinking water or facilities are available; bring your own water and toilets.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood to prevent the spread of invasive species.
Wildlife & food storage
- Certain activities are restricted from March 15 to September 15 due to Snowy Plover nesting.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
