Established Camping
Elk Bend Recreation Site
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Nestucca Scenic Byway is closed between Elk Bend and Fan Creek Campgrounds. Closure is 1/2-mile East of Elk Bend Group Campground and 2 miles West of Fan Creek Campground. Alder Glen Campground and Elk bend Campground can be accessed via Bible Creek Rd. or Blaine Rd. via Beaver, Oregon.THERE IS NO TURNAROUND EAST OF ELK BEND CAMPGROUND
About
Bureau of Land Management
Tillamook State Forest
Overview
Want to camp? 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. Elk Bend is the Bureau of Land Management___s group campground within 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.__
Recreation
A small group campground offering 5 individual campsites in the Oregon Coast Range.____
Facilities
A small group campground offering 5 individual campsites in the Oregon Coast Range.____
Natural Features
Nestucca Wild and Scenic River
Nearby Attractions
The Nestucca Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits required.__
Charges & Cancellations
Standard fees apply and are non-refundable. Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
Fee Info
Location
Elk Bend Recreation Site is located in Oregon
Directions
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.__
Coordinates
45.28287 N
123.54032 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups