Cabin accommodations near Coos Bay range from rustic single-room structures to deluxe units with modern amenities. The region experiences a temperate coastal climate with average summer temperatures around 65°F and winter temperatures rarely dropping below 40°F. Fog frequently rolls in during mornings and evenings, particularly at oceanfront properties where moisture from the Pacific creates microclimates distinct from inland areas.
What to do
Fishing at Lake Marie: A small lake within Umpqua Lighthouse State Park offers productive fishing opportunities just steps from cabins. "Caught about a dozen fish in the lake! Nice one mile trail around Lake Marie, perfect for my dog," reports one visitor to Umpqua Lighthouse State Park.
Tide pool exploration: Cape Arago area features accessible marine life viewing areas. "At low tide you can walk out to the tide pools where you can see various marine life including starfish," notes a camper at Sun Outdoors Coos Bay.
Crabbing excursions: Many cabin properties provide equipment for catching Dungeness crabs. "They will even let you borrow traps to go crabbing," mentions a visitor. Sun Outdoors Coos Bay even offers "a crab cleaning and cooking station to use" after your catch.
Lighthouse tours: The historic Umpqua Lighthouse stands as a coastal landmark with educational opportunities. "Museum and tours are great. Souvenir shop is unique and staff all over the park are informative and friendly," shares a camper at Umpqua Lighthouse State Park.
What campers like
Privacy vegetation: Many campgrounds feature natural dividers between sites. "The sites are privacy and surrounded by trees," notes a reviewer at Sunset Bay State Park, while another mentions "campsites are fairly private, separated from each other by thick hedges."
Cabin proximity to water: Oceanfront cabins provide immediate access to beaches. At Bastendorff Beach Park, one camper appreciated that the "beach is Ez access (maybe 1/4 walk or drive)," while another notes the cabin area has "views of the beach/ocean from the playground area."
Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain well-serviced bathrooms and shower buildings. A visitor to William M. Tugman State Park observed that "shower and restrooms, very clean (no spider webs)" and another noted "the bathrooms were cleaned very frequently."
Multiple cabin options: Several parks offer diverse cabin types from basic to luxurious. "We stayed in both the cabins and in an RV spot. Great views, excellent amenities, location is perfect," reports a guest at Bay Point Landing.
What you should know
Weather variability: Coastal fog affects specific locations differently. "It was howling 30 mph with fog when we checked in and lasted through the night. One sunny breezy day during our stay. This point must be susceptible to wind and fog. Elsewhere in Coos bay, not the case," explains a visitor to Bay Point Landing.
Reservation timing: Secure cabin bookings well in advance for peak seasons. A camper at Tugman State Park advises: "We made our reservations way in advance. I would highly recommend that if you know you're going to book as soon as possible, 6 months out if possible. We got the last yurt available for the time period we were out there."
Connectivity limitations: Cell service varies widely between properties. At Sunset Bay, a reviewer found "NO Verizon connection and limited Starlink connectivity — the beautiful tall trees obstruct the satellite visibility. Great place for a long stay if you don't need to reach the outside world."
Facility hours: Amenity access may have restricted schedules. At Oregon Dunes KOA, one camper noted "they didn't open the office on time so I couldn't get more tokens" for the showers.
Tips for camping with families
Bike-friendly layouts: Some campgrounds feature designated riding areas for children. William Tugman State Park has "lots of loops for Sam to ride her bike," and at Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, the campground "has a nice small loop with a hill that the kids loved to ride their bikes around and zoom by our site."
Indoor recreation options: Facilities for rainy-day activities exist at several parks. Oregon Dunes KOA "has a lot of activities for kids" including "a nice indoor pool, gym, multiple laundry buildings." Another visitor appreciated that "our kids loved the kids playroom."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Unique animal sightings enhance children's experiences. A visitor to Umpqua Lighthouse State Park excitedly reported "Finally saw a banana slug!" while at Sunset Bay State Park, campers can "hear the seals being noisy out in the ocean."
Seasonal berry picking: Certain parks offer edible natural treats during summer months. At Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, one visitor found the trail "totally covered in huckleberries in August. Lots to pick and plenty unripe for September pickings."
Tips from RVers
Space considerations: Site dimensions vary significantly between parks. At Osprey Point RV Resort, a camper noted "spaces are pretty close together and turns are tight. There are some big rigs here, so it can work for you big guys," while at Sunset Bay State Park, another observed "This is an older park and wasn't designed for today's RVs. The driveways are narrow and so are the sites leaving little room for maneuvering and for the slide outs."
Leveling requirements: Uneven pads may require additional equipment. At William Tugman State Park, visitors noticed "asphalt spaces were not very level. Most RV/Campers had to use blocks to level out."
Utility placement: Hookup locations affect setup convenience. At Bay Point Landing, visitors appreciated that "utilities well placed" while Oregon Dunes KOA offers "full hook ups with cable."
Site selection strategies: Choose locations based on specific preferences. "A loop is the best loop of A-B-C loops for privacy," advises a visitor to Bullards Beach State Park, who stayed in "site A-40 a very nice spot for our 26ft Class C motor home."
