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About Elk Bend Recreation Site
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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1, Loop: Camp
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Reviews (6)
What Guests Are Saying
Elk Bend Recreation Site is highly praised for its spaciousness, comfortably accommodating multiple tents with level sites and a large fire pit perfect for gatherings. The beautiful river enhances the experience, offering great swimming opportunities. While an animal-proof food storage solution would be beneficial, the site overall is recommended for group camping and promises a return visit from many guests.
What Guests Are Saying
Elk Bend Recreation Site is highly praised for its spaciousness, comfortably accommodating multiple tents with level sites and a large fire pit perfect for gatherings. The beautiful river enhances the experience, offering great swimming opportunities. While an animal-proof food storage solution would be beneficial, the site overall is recommended for group camping and promises a return visit from many guests.
Review Summary
Hunter A
VerifiedOctober 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Camp
This is a great site. We had 5 tents out here comfortably, you could fit a couple more if needed but parking might become an issue. An animal proof food storage would be a great addition, we kept everything in our cars overnight but that’s a walk up the hill that feels unnecessary. I would highly recommend it here to anyone looking for a group site. The river is beautiful and great for swimming. The road is above the campsite so you’re not blinded by headlights at night and road noise is at a minimum. We will definitely be returning.
Hunter A
VerifiedOctober 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Camp
This is a great site. We had 5 tents out here comfortably, you could fit a couple more if needed but parking might become an issue. An animal proof food storage would be a great addition, we kept everything in our cars overnight but that’s a walk up the hill that feels unnecessary. I would highly recommend it here to anyone looking for a group site. The river is beautiful and great for swimming. The road is above the campsite so you’re not blinded by headlights at night and road noise is at a minimum. We will definitely be returning.
Michelle E
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Camp
A beautiful site, multiple families were able to camp comfortably and each of the tent sites are pretty level. The big fire pit is a great size for everyone to gather together. Gorgeous views down by the river. Will be back.
Michelle E
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Camp
A beautiful site, multiple families were able to camp comfortably and each of the tent sites are pretty level. The big fire pit is a great size for everyone to gather together. Gorgeous views down by the river. Will be back.
Nathaniel O
VerifiedAugust 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Camp
Great spot with a nice swimming hole. The sites are a ways from the road so bring a handtruck.
Nathaniel O
VerifiedAugust 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Camp
Great spot with a nice swimming hole. The sites are a ways from the road so bring a handtruck.
Location Elk Bend Recreation Site
Address:
Bureau Of Land Management
Salem, OR, 97306
United States
From Coastal Hwy 101 at Beaver: Turn right onto Blaine Road. Drive 7 miles to reach the Nestucca Byway.
From Willamina: Take Willamina Creek Road, to Coast Creek Road, to Gilbert Creek Road, to Bald Mountain Access Road , to Bible Creek Road to the Nestucca Byway.
From Carlton: Take Meadow Lake Road west 12 miles, continue onto the Nestucca Byway.
Elk Bend Recreation Site is accessible via Nestucca Byway, which connects to Coastal Hwy 101 approximately 7 miles away at Beaver.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.2829 / -123.54
Elevation: 295 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Campfires? Please see here for current campfire restrictions: Fire Closures and Restrictions (https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-info/oregon-washington/fire-restrictions). Typically, campfires are limited to the steel fire rings or BBQ grills provided within the recreation site. No building rock campfire rings.
- Pack-it in, pack-it out.
- Firewood collection is NOT allowed at the developed campgrounds.
- Pets are allowed but must be leashed (max. 6 feet). Please dispose all pet waste in trash receptacles.
- A fee of $5 for extra vehicles will be collected at the facility through the on site fee station. Cash or check made payable to BLM is accepted. Place fee in the yellow fee envelope. Keep the receipt tab to display on your vehicle dash or campsite post.
- No ATVs or ORVs allowed within the recreation site.
- Caution: Log trucks may be encountered throughout the year. The Byway is open year-round but may become hazardous due to snow and ice.
- The site is remote, there is no cell service or electrical connections. Sites are small and may have limitations.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
