Alder Glen waterfall view from campsite 9
portal sign at Alder Glen
fee station at Alder Glen
Alder Glen waterfall
Alder Glen campground vault toilet near entrance

About Alder Glen Recreation Site

Want to camp? Reserve your spot now! Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water. Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage.  A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Alder Glen is the Bureau of Land Management’s eastern most campground in the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic River . The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty.

Available sites

8 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 1 to Dec 5

Campground Amenities

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Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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8 Sites Available

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Price
⛺ 01, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 05, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 06, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 07, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 08, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 09, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 10, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 11, Loop: Camp Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

53 reviews

Summary

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Alder Glen Recreation Site offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience alongside the Nestucca River, with well-maintained facilities and a variety of activities such as fishing and hiking. Many campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere and natural surroundings, making it a preferred spot for repeat visits. However, some guests noted issues with restroom supplies and payment confusion, suggesting improvements in those areas.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

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3 stars 9.4% (5)
2 stars 1.9% (1)
1 star 3.8% (2)

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Lily B

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September 2, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Camp

Was easily accessible and a very quiet area. Would recommend!

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Justin P

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September 7, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: Camp

Great spot

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Muddu Uthappa K

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November 4, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: Camp

Great offbeat location

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Patrick F

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November 25, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Camp

Nice quiet little campsite, super thankful it was open during Elk season! River is nice and loud so it kind of drowns out people around you. Do your research ahead of time, site one can fit a 30 ft trailer, some can fit smaller and some can only fit tents.

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Bill R

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December 24, 2025 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Camp

We have stayed here with friends the same weekend for three summers in a row and we love it. The area is always quiet, the amount of traffic is pretty low, the sound of the river is soothing. We enjoy hiking, playing in the water, catching crayfish, exploring the woods, and best of all, being left alone as there's no cell reception! We intend to keep coming here each summer.

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Matt G

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June 2, 2026 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Camp

Quiet place, right on the river. Campsite was clean and sheltered from the road.

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Kermit D

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June 8, 2026 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Camp

We caught some fish

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Jennifer S

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July 15, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Camp

Lovely well maintained campsite alongside the Nestucca River. We weren't there to fish, but it would be a perfect location to do so. Within a 1/2 hour drive to the coast, relatively quiet but very close to the road with some truck traffic. 2 pit toilets and a potable water supply that may not be available in colder months. Picnic tables, and first come first serve sites available. Would stay here again.

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Adam S

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August 16, 2026 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Camp

Loved this location. River was beautiful and full of life. Really disappointing neighboring campers who had a campfire during a ban. And their dogs went number 2 on our site and my kid stepped in it. But that’s not the campsite’s fault. I’d definitely come back again.

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John B

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August 24, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Camp

Alder Glen Campground is an idyllic spot on one of the most beautiful stretches or Oregon forest and river you'll find. My friends and I rode in on our bikes on our way back from the coast and it was a welcome site indeed! We soaked our tired legs in the pristine water and later played cards at our camp spot with the evening sun filtering through the trees and birds chirping all around. Even being right next to Nestucca River Road, there was so little car traffic, we barely noticed. There was no potable water on site at the time, so we were glad to have our water filter. Pit toilets were clean and all the camp spots looked well-maintained. We will definitely be going back there!

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Location & Directions for Alder Glen Recreation Site

Bureau Of Land Management, Salem, OR 97306 United States

Elevation: 220 ft

Getting There

From Beaver, Oregon: Trip takes is about 17 mi from Beaver, Oregon. Head east on Blaine Rd. At Blaine, take a slight right to continue onto NF-85/Upper Nestucca Rd. The main road will switch from NF-85 and Upper Nestucca River Rd, which finally tu...

Nearest town

Salem, OR - 47 mi

About over 1 hr (68 min) to downtown

Highway access

Alder Glen Recreation Site is accessed via Nestucca River Road, which connects to NF-85/Upper Nestucca Road. There are no major interstates or highways within 25 miles.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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