Oregon's coastal zone around Beaver features a mix of forest and shoreline glamping destinations within the temperate rainforest ecosystem. This region receives up to 80 inches of annual rainfall, creating lush surroundings for campers year-round. Winter temperatures average 45°F while summer highs rarely exceed 70°F, making coastal camping comfortable without extreme heat.
What to do
Explore the dunes: Cape Kiwanda near Pacific City offers unique sand dune hiking experiences. "We didn't anticipate something quite this amazing! The beach access trail was perfectly located near our camp spot and another trail up near the lodge have amazing views of Cape Kiwanda," noted one visitor.
Visit coastal breweries: The Cape Kiwanda RV Resort puts you steps from local establishments. "They squeezed us in and hooked us up with a great price. Hot showers. Close to Pelican Brew," reported a camper who enjoyed the combination of outdoor activities and dining options.
Try crabbing: Netarts Bay provides excellent shellfish opportunities. "Cozy, friendly an an amazing view of the Netarts Bay. Loved it so much that we went back next weekend. Bonus is RV park comes with nice cafe where you can indulge yourself with nice breakfast," shared a visitor describing their crabbing adventure.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing: Many coastal glamping sites feature resident wildlife. At Webb County Campground, "The campground has a long (40+ years) history of hosting a big hutch of rabbits roaming freely (more than 25 that I could see easily any time)," explained one camper.
Beach proximity: Cape Lookout State Park offers quick beach access from most sites. "We camped in tents over the weekend at the end of April, and we loved it there! It was such a short walk to the beach and you could hear the waves when you're going to sleep! Look up the tides tho, since there's such a short beach to the water, during high tide the beach disappears," advised one visitor.
Indoor amenities: Many glamping sites around Beaver include indoor facilities for rainy days. "They have a large jacuzzi and an indoor pool! They are doing some maintenance this year but thankfully it hasn't been a bother for us," noted a camper at Thousand Trails.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Many coastal glamping sites have poor connectivity. "We have absolutely no cell service at the campground and the Free Wifi has been non-existent. But we found a nice little library in town that has free WiFi for when we need to get some work done!" shared a visitor at Pacific City.
Winter flooding: Devil's Lake State Recreation Area requires seasonal planning. "If you plan on booking a trip in the late Fall/winter, be sure to call ahead of your trip. I've been here in the fall when more than half the campsites were flooded or filled with standing water," warned one camper.
Varying site privacy: Site selection matters at coastal campgrounds. "Most of the tent sites are fairly open, some of them have more privacy, but all of them are very green and incredibly close to the beach while still being somewhat protected from the wind coming off of the ocean," explained a camper at Cape Lookout.
Tips for camping with families
Look for youth activities: Nehalem Bay State Park offers family-friendly amenities. "Nice state campground with some full RV hookups. We prefer loop C. There is a man made burm that keeps some wind from coming into the campground. You can walk to the beach and see sunsets and hang gliders coming off the mountain. Lots of hiking. Whiskey creek fish hatchery is nearby and kids will love feeding the lunkers in the pond," shared a visitor.
Consider biking opportunities: Many coastal glamping sites include safe riding areas. "Nice paved loop for kids to ride bikes. All stores are back in but there's a decent bit of room between stores, especially compared to some PNW coast campgrounds," noted a family who stayed at Nehalem Bay.
Choose campsites near restrooms: With children, bathroom proximity matters. "Bathrooms were relatively clean, though you always have someone emptying all of their camp trash in the bathroom trash can (pizza boxes? Really?) so it's hard to keep up. Staff were knowledgeable and helpful," mentioned a camper at Cape Lookout.
Tips from RVers
Site levelness varies: Some glamping sites require extra leveling equipment. "Every spot we saw was so un-level that my trailer couldn't compensate enough to have a comfortable stay," cautioned an RV camper at Pacific City.
Reserve waterfront spots early: Netarts Bay RV Park offers premium locations that book quickly. "We were fortunate enough to land a spot right by the water and it was amazing! The park is clean and very well maintained. It feels very safe and secure. There are boats to rent for crabbing and clamming and shellfish licenses for sale," reported an RVer.
Check hookup locations: Some sites have unusual utility placements. "Spots 1-27 are the tightest I have ever seen, so try to avoid them. 52-58 are right on the Bay, and pretty sizable. Other than that, the sites were well maintained, staff was friendly, and the other campers were extremely friendly," advised an RVer at Netarts Bay.
