Best Campgrounds near Gardiner, OR

Are you in need of a campground near Gardiner, OR? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Oregon camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near Gardiner, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Gardiner, Oregon (168)

    1. Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park Campground

    73 Reviews
    Florence, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 997-3851

    $26 - $80 / night

    "We stayed here at the group site and it was great—huge field, winding paths through heavy forest to arrive at a beautiful, sunny lake."

    "Special and unique landscape right in the center of Oregon Dunes. We love it here. Located close to the quant town of Florence. Lots of nearby hikes, beach access, and of course the dunes. Enjoy!"

    2. Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Reedsport, OR
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 271-4118

    $24 - $102 / night

    "I am a big fan of the Oregon state parks. This one stands out. The park looks like it was done by a landscape architect. Kudos to whoever designed this place."

    "Make it up to the top, and you'll be rewarded with an out of the way, minimally populated camp tucked into the trees just past the lighthouse, and with trails, wildlife and brand new bathrooms and showers"

    3. William M. Tugman State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Lakeside, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 759-3604

    $26 - $72 / night

    "We stay at Tugman often because it’s a great Oregon State Campground and is conveniently located off Hwy 101 and close to a lot of outdoor activities the southern coast of Oregon has to offer."

    "The lake is super accessible, just a short walk from camp. Dog friendly (but please keep them leashed). Lake was gorgeous and clean!"

    4. Winchester Bay RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Reedsport, OR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 271-0287

    "Walking and bike path surrounds the park. Close to the small community of Winchester Bay that has a grocery store and restaurants. Just a great park."

    "Park has a nice walking path that goes around the outside along the bay."

    5. Thousand Trails South Jetty

    25 Reviews
    Florence, OR
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Beautiful park on the Oregon coast just outside of the Oregon Dunes national park. Great people and clean well kept facilities."

    "This is one of our favorite campgrounds, very similar to Thousand Trails Pacific City."

    6. Eel Creek Campground

    15 Reviews
    Lakeside, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 271-6000

    $22 - $44 / night

    "Most sites contain a drive thru entrance with tent pad sites placed within large buses for privacy. The camproudn has a new flush toilets with sink & handdryer."

    "I've been aware of the Eel Creek Campground since I started hiking the John Dellenback trail a few years ago. The trailhead is in Lakeside, OR, off Hwy 101 on the Oregon coast."

    7. Tahkenitch Campground

    9 Reviews
    Gardiner, OR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 271-6000

    $22 - $44 / night

    "The sites for the tent are a little walk behind the picnic bench. The site was quiet and surrounded by trees. It was full but didn’t feel like too many people. The hike to the dune was fun."

    "The highlight for us was the beautiful trail to the dunes. We actually walked there twice it was so beautiful - once with the dog in the afternoon and then we went back for an incredible sunset."

    8. Waxmyrtle Campground

    12 Reviews
    Florence, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 271-6000

    $22 / night

    "We arrived after dark and simply drove into the campsite and looked around until we found a spot."

    "Spacious sites, water nearby, clean bathrooms. Showers are located at an adjacent campground populated by bigger RVs and dune buggy enthusiasts. They create noise, but it’s tolerable."

    9. Lagoon Campground

    10 Reviews
    Florence, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 271-6000

    $22 / night

    "Handicapped accessible walking trail about one mile around campground. No ATV access, you will need to drive down the road to a day use site with adjacent dune access. Quiet. No utilities."

    "This campground is located right on a lagoon, hence the name, with close beach and dune access. It also has some hiking and kayaking opportunities."

    10. Osprey Point RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Lakeside, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 759-2801

    "Staff was helpful and let us change sites when we arrived to a better location. Nicely stocked store and restaurant on site. Fishing and boating at your door."

    "Set on Tenmile Lake in Lakeside, OR, this is a nice little park. Spaces are pretty close together and turns are tight. There are some big rigs here, so it can work for you big guys."

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Recent Reviews near Gardiner, OR

1011 Reviews of 168 Gardiner Campgrounds


  • Brittany B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Beachside State Recreation Site

    Pretty site but very close to 101

    Very pretty sites with trees separating each spot. If you can get a site near the beach that’s ideal. A lot of the sites are right near the road which can be a bit loud. Bathrooms and showers are in good condition.

  • Will M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Harbor Vista Campground

    Great little gem in Florence OR

    I kinda like this little spot, although I must admit Florence OR isn’t on my to 10 places to stay on the coast. I find the beach access to the ocean (not river) to be a little more difficult here than other locations. Plenty of vegetation here in the park! Trees and bushes that others have described. This did cause us a small problem getting the slide out on the driver’s side while simultaneously lowering the entry steps on the passenger side. Site 25 if your wondering where we stayed exactly. Our picnic table was situated in the rear of the site. The tall vegetation provided great privacy from other campers, but also made it difficult to meet people. We had water, 30 amp power but now other amenities. Some sites do have full hookups. Our 30 foot trailer and truck did fit in the space length wise very nicely. The park is clean and welcoming. A trail will take you from the campsites down to the banks on the jetty. When the tide is out you can search for sand dollars and other tide pool finds. I work remote sometimes but our pre paid AT&T was almost non existent. T-Mobile worked good. Starlink wasn’t happening due to tree canopy obstructions. Yeah, so overall I’d say the park is great. Decently priced, level clean sites, great scenery, quiet. Cons for me, internet access is below average to poor ( your experience may be different), Florence lacks things that I personally am looking for on the Oregon coast, but you’ll need your own reasons for coming here. Mine was a stopover going north and to eat the best Thai food! That’s literally the name of the place lol Best Thai !  But if you’ve found yourself traveling through Florence, and needed a place to stop for a night or a week, I’d recommend here for sure.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Coos Bay

    Why we came

    Our spot was right by beach access. Unfortunately everyone walks by with their dogs which causes ours to bark. Neighbor complained. We understand. We were warned about theft when we checked in. Apparently people come in off beach and stole bicycles? Kind of a bummer but we did not have any issues. Wonderful location if you want to experience Oregon beach. Sites are big and comfortable. I have not seen comfort station but I’m sure it’s nice. Worth the money.

  • David P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Bullards Beach State Park Campground

    Overall a Very Nice Experience

    Plenty of walking around the park as well as the beach, which is only a 1/2 mile walk.
    A little cool at times with no sun during the day.

  • Crystal J.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Doolittle Butte

    A Billion Stars On Clear Nights

    Beautiful stop for dispersed camping someone built benches road is not too rough for most cars but it feels very much like your in the middle of no where but only really about 5 miles off shoestring rd on blm rd lot's of space for big group with multiple cars

  • L
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Harbor Vista Campground

    Great beach access, clean bathrooms/showers, nice camp hosts!

    ***The fog horn runs on the jetty constantly during fog season, sounding a tone every 35 seconds.*** I got used to it but I can see it making the right person go bananas and maybe not be able to stay here.

    I thought the camp hosts were super accommodating, wanting to drive my wood bundle over to my site for me. The single shower was awesome, very clean and spacious. Felt a bit like glamping here, but I did notice the sink waste receptacles were not mapped out in a very accessible way. my neighbor had one but I didn't, and I didn't want to walk into their camp to dump water. 

    I enjoyed the little walk down to a beachy area. Lots of huckleberries all over the campground.

  • L
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Campground

    Great amenities, gorgeous area - not much privacy

    I was at site 32 - nearby the bathrooms, which were very clean and had a great sink outside which was useful for cleaning camp dishes as I was car camping. I loved the 1 mile loop around the lake, totally covered in huckleberries in August. Lots to pick and plenty unripe for September pickings. Camp host was very friendly. 

    I found my campsite itself to lack privacy, I was very much up my neighbor's butt getting their campfire smoke blowing directly into my site. Not enough shrubbery/trees in my opinion. Across from me was way too much of a view of my other neighbor. And just beside them was a very, very loud family with little kids frequently running past my site. 

    All of this to be expected at a nice campground close to the 101 during the last week of summer before school starts. I would stay here again despite my issues with privacy, maybe another spot would be better.

  • Aaron The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Hult Pond

    Nice pond

    Nice pond to camp near, several campsites to choose from and trails to explore

  • Tim P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Thousand Trails South Jetty

    Road trip 2025

    It was very pretty and the staff was excellent. Always happy to see you. And super helpful.


Guide to Gardiner

Camping near Gardiner, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a place to explore, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Explore the Dunes: The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is nearby, perfect for off-road vehicle adventures. One camper noted, "As this park is inside the Oregon Dunes National Recreation area, it was a point of entry for people to take their ORVs out and run around on the dunes."
  • Visit the Beach: Many campgrounds, like Sunset Bay State Park Campground, provide easy access to beautiful beaches. A reviewer mentioned, "Walkable beach access for a nice sunset, weather permitting."
  • Hiking Trails: There are numerous trails for hiking, including those around lakes and through forests. One camper shared, "There is a one-mile hilly trail around Lake Marie, and there is access to the dunes."

What campers like:

  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park Campground are great for families. A reviewer said, "This is a great campground for families with children."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. One camper at Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park Campground noted, "The restrooms are very clean, plenty of hosts, and spots."
  • Privacy in Campsites: Campers enjoy the privacy offered by the trees and shrubs. A review mentioned, "The campsites are pretty nice. Large enough, and most have at least some privacy by virtue of trees and bushes."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy during the day. A camper at Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Campground mentioned, "This campground has way too many sites... Loud, crowded, don’t stay here if you want peace and quiet."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A reviewer at Sutton Campground pointed out, "We weren’t prepared for the complete lack of water filling capabilities."
  • Reservations Recommended: During peak seasons, it’s wise to make reservations. One camper noted, "Easy to get a spot just driving in in mid-late September," but this may not always be the case.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Supervise Kids at Playgrounds: Campgrounds like Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park Campground have playgrounds that can get crowded. A parent shared, "There were a lot of bigger kids there who were not being supervised."
  • Choose Campsites Wisely: Look for sites that offer more space and privacy. A camper at William M. Tugman State Park Campground said, "The campground is well shaded and roomy for a state park."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor activities to keep kids entertained. One camper mentioned, "The kids loved the pool and the kid’s lounge!" at Bay Point Landing.

Tips from RVers:

Camping near Gardiner, Oregon, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Gardiner, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, Gardiner, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 168 campgrounds and RV parks near Gardiner, OR and 8 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Gardiner, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gardiner, OR is Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 73 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Gardiner, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Gardiner, OR.

What parks are near Gardiner, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Gardiner, OR that allow camping, notably Siuslaw National Forest and Fern Ridge Lake.