2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cape Blanco State Park Campground on the southern Oregon coast includes a designated horse camp with 8 spots specially designed for equestrian use. The campground provides direct access to multiple horse-friendly trails through coastal forest and beach areas. Located about 34 miles from Agness, the park features clean facilities with running water, heated bathrooms, and hot showers that serve both the main campground and horse camp areas. The horse camp area offers proper space for trailer parking while maintaining the privacy found throughout the rest of the campground. The trails are well-maintained and suitable for horses of varying experience levels.
Boundary Campground in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest connects directly to the Bear Creek Trail system, popular among equestrians for its rolling terrain and stream access. Horses can be ridden on designated trails that follow the river, making water access convenient during rides. While more primitive than Cape Blanco, with only basic pit toilets and no hookups, the campground's $5 per night fee (or Northwest Forest Pass) makes it an economical option for horse owners. The campground remains relatively uncrowded even during summer months, providing a peaceful experience for both riders and horses. Sam Brown Campground, approximately 30 miles from Agness, offers additional horse camping options with primitive facilities and year-round access to bridle paths, though the horse camp area has reportedly become somewhat run down in recent years.
"I've camped at several state parks in Oregon and Cape Blanco is my favorite! It is situated above a beautiful beach with an access road straight from the campground. "
"The breach access is a one lane curvy road kind of scary to drive down. The camp host was very helpful. We visited the historic Hughes house that is on the park grounds."
Available this weekend
from $26 - $100 / night
"We love this park near Bandon. Great beach access and walking noir dog loved it. Horse camps and corrals. Hiking, biking and e equestrian trails. Boat launch."
"BIG and CLEAN by the sea. 3 miles to a lighthouse, about a mile 1/2 walk to beach, or drive car to parking to get closer access to the sea. Cost $31 a night plus $8 fee RSVP service."
Available this weekend
from $22 - $83 / night
"The Boundary Campground located in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest in Oregon is a great place to go for a quite getaway. It is located on Bear Creek Road. "
"A small drive out of Wallowa and a gorgeous spot with well maintained facilities. Right next to the rolling wonderful Bear Creek Trail."
"The trails are amazing. Briggs creek runs all year. The horse camp is getting a little run down, but still nice. We go every year with our horses. Its primitive camping."
"Lots of fish swimming around and a little flock of ducks lol. Campground was clean and quiet. We were in #78."
"We were down in Southern Oregon for the Caves. We stayed in the Heron loop which was the smallest and most primitive, It was wonderful and we had the whole south of the lake to ourselves."
from $20 - $35 / night
"Some sites here are very private feeling because you park the car up top and walk down (not far at all) to the tent that sits close to the lake. Toilets but no showers."
"There are plenty of things to do from fishing, swimming, and even renting a "peddle" boat for a leg workout while taking your trip around the lake."
TravelerLovely, clean, private sites. Quiet. Friendly caretakers who were always busy! Far enough away from big metro centers that, even as the weekend approached, it wasn’t very busy (this was October, though). Thanks for a lovely 3 nights.
RangerPaved streets and sites. Mostly level. Good restrooms with flush toilets, sinks and hot showers (included in price). Close to lighthouse... Can park close by and walk to it... even on Tuesday when giftshop is closed. Campground under tree canopy... sites very private and very dark and quiet at night. Would stay again...
TravelerWe stayed in site B31 which was right next to a trail that led to the beach that's a little more than a mile. Staff was friendly and it was the cleanest bathrooms I've seen in a state park
ScoutLovely campground. Walking distance to the beach, you can hear the roar of the surf all night. Spotless bathrooms and showers, friendly helpful staff. A multitude of trails. Raccoons, turkeys, foxes, and ground squirrels in abundance.
TravelerI camped at Bullards Beach State Park Campground in August 2026 with my daughter. We pitched our tent in site A25. I became familiar with A-Loop. I only drove through the other two loops. B-Loop looked similar with sites for tents and RVs. C-Loop looked like it is better suited for RVs.
PROS & CONS
First of all, the staff I interacted with were all wonderful. The weather was unseasonably cool, but we still enjoyed our week at the campground. The biggest draw in my opinion is that the Pacific Ocean is only a short trek away.
Camping on the outside curve of A-Loop was nice because it was relatively calm and quiet, even on the weekend. Everyone respected quiet hours at this campground, more so than at any other campground I’ve stayed at. The sites have electric hookups and a water spigot, as well as a picnic table and fire ring. Firewood is sold at the entrance to the campground for $7 per bundle. Payment is card-only. Firewood bundles can also be purchased at McKay's in Bandon. Another option is a place named Frontier Unlimited just south of Bandon on the west side of highway 101. The firewood at Frontier Unlimited is in a gravel parking lot right before the Ocean Spray Cranberries facility. Unfortunately, they were sold out when we were there in late August.
There aren’t many trees in the Bullards Beach campground, but most of the sites in A-Loop at least had bushes surrounding them. I brought a hammock, but I couldn’t use it because there was only one tree in our campsite. I couldn't even find a good s'mores stick. As I walked around A-Loop, I didn’t see any sites that had more than one sturdy tree. There may be some sites in B-Loop with more trees. C-Loop has sparse vegetation, which is why it looked better suited for RVs.
The A-Loop restroom was kept cleaner than most public restrooms I’ve ever used. Besides the outstanding cleanliness, the restrooms are typical of Oregon state park campgrounds. The main drawback of the restroom is that there are no paper towels, only inadequate hand dryers. And the faucets just had cold water, although I found one faucet that could produce lukewarm water if I was patient. Another shortcoming is that the two stalls in the men’s bathroom are cramped. The campground is huge so I expected the bathrooms to have more than two small stalls. Also, there are no hooks in the men’s bathroom. At least there is a bench and there are metal trays above the three sinks. There is however a private, spacious handicap bathroom with a large counter, sink, bench, toilet and shower. I took a shower in there and man the water was hot! It was actually a bit too hot to bear.
BEACHES
From the campground entrance, the walk to Bullards Beach is about 1.25 miles down a mostly paved path. Along the way there is a string of parking lots with picnic tables and barbeques for day use. There is even a horseshoe pit near the middle of the day use area. It costs $10 a day to park in the lots. At the end of the parking lots there is a small sand dune, and beyond that is Bullards Beach. When we crested the dune, we found that the beach was mostly deserted. That could have been due to the foggy, windy weather, but it seemed like most of the tourists congregate at Bandon Beach. Regardless of the weather, I recommend visiting the historic Coquille River Lighthouse at the south end of Bullards Beach. I saw that the B-Loop has its own path to Bullards Beach called Pearl’s Trail. I didn’t notice it until we were leaving, so I don't know what it's like.
Besides Bullards Beach and Bandon Beach, which is a short drive south, we explored Seven Devils State Recreation Site 7 miles to the north. Also, at the south end of Bandon we checked out Tish-A-Tang Beach, which is 5.5 miles from the campground. One day we drove 30 miles south to Port Orford to see the desolate Cape Blanco Lighthouse and the little beaches below it. The lighthouse is cool but the weather wasn't conducive to hanging out at the beach down below, so we skipped that. I had been out there before, but I forgot that there are no public restrooms at Cape Blanco Lighthouse. I suggest making a pitstop in Port Orford before heading out to the second-most westerly point in the contiguous United States.
SUMMARY
Bullards Beach Campground is a peaceful, clean and comfortable place to “glamp” on the rugged southern Oregon Coast. The campground is home to a few wild turkeys and an abundance of lively birds. As for mammalian wildlife, the chipmunks were ever-present, we caught glimpses of rabbits, one evening a small bat flitted by, and we encountered a family of thieving raccoons. (I learned to store our food very securely). The Pacific weather can be capricious, but on the other hand there are very few insects. There were no mosquitoes, but I saw an occasional butterfly, moth, and flying termite. I just wish there were more trees in the campground so I could relax in my hammock. What I remember about the Cape Blanco State Park Campground (31 miles to the south) is that it's in a forest of Sitka spruce trees. But I would rather camp at Bullards Beach because it’s more sheltered from the stormy weather coming off the Pacific and there are more wide-open stretches of beach close by. I look forward to staying there again.
RangerThere are some seriously awesome campsites at Blanco, many sites seem to have a little network of trails behind them, some have secret areas for tents and hammocks. Very very windy early August, the bigger issue was the plumbing, we had porta potties since the bathrooms were closed, and the porta potty had not been recently serviced the day we got there. Not ideal, not a dealbreaker though.
ScoutSite was clean and had nice ground coverage for privacy. Spaces were far enough apart as well. Bathrooms and showers were kept clean too. Would stay again
ScoutHad so much fun, my family and I did a full family camp, had 4 spots reserved and it was no issue whatsoever. The bathrooms and showers were down for one day and they had them running the very next morning. Love this place, wish I could live here.
GuideThis spot was peaceful, quiet with friendly camp hosts and clean bathrooms/showers. Despite being more expensive RV spots, I would return to tent camp.
The trails nearby were nice, we enjoyed a nearly empty beach and walking to the nearby pioneer cemetery, lighthouse, and Hughes House.
The Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest region around Agness sits at elevations ranging from 1,300 to 3,600 feet, creating diverse terrain for horse trails. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with minimal rainfall, while spring and fall bring cooler temperatures and occasional showers. Horse campers will find varied trail difficulty levels throughout the forest, from gentle creek-side paths to challenging mountain routes.
Trail riding along Bear Creek: Access the Bear Creek Trail system from Boundary Campground, which offers equestrian-friendly paths and water access. "A small drive out of Wallowa and a gorgeous spot with well maintained facilities. Right next to the rolling wonderful Bear Creek Trail," notes reviewer Li M.
Visit Cape Blanco Lighthouse: Take a break from horse camping to explore the historic landmark. "You can walk to the lighthouse and the beach from the campground," shares Mea H. about Cape Blanco State Park Campground, adding that "The campground is gorgeous! It's nestled among Sitka spruce trees."
Fishing stops during trail rides: Many equestrian trails follow rivers and streams. One visitor to Boundary Campground explains, "There is a great hike that is nearby called Bear Creek Trail. This trail does run along the river, which makes it great for fishing. My family and I hiked this, and stopped on our way back to do some fishing."
Seasonal berry picking: During summer months, collect berries along camp perimeters. "Breakfast included huckleberries collected around my site," shares Lainey P. about Cape Blanco, mentioning the "special hidden feature behind the campfire - the perfect unexpected spot for my hammock."
Privacy between sites: Horse campers appreciate space between neighbors. Ryan W. notes about Bullards Beach State Park Campground that "A loop is the best loop of A-B-C loops for privacy," while another camper mentions the "plant buffers" between sites.
Direct beach access: Multiple equestrian camping areas offer trails to coastal areas. At Bullards Beach, "There's a trail that leads to the beach. The bathrooms were super clean, and the showers were as well," according to Grace A., who added they "ended up getting the last spot."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The forests and lakes provide chances to spot native animals. At Lake Selmac County Park, one visitor enjoys "watching the water birds" and notes there are "lots of trees" that provide habitat for wildlife.
Year-round access: Unlike some mountain campgrounds, many equestrian facilities remain open throughout all seasons. One camper mentioned Sam Brown Campground provides "primitive camping" with year-round access and noted "Briggs creek runs all year."
Facility maintenance varies: Some horse camp areas receive more attention than others. A reviewer noted of Sam Brown Campground: "The horse camp is getting a little run down, but still nice. We go every year with our horses."
Water availability fluctuates: Not all equestrian camping areas maintain consistent water access. Teresa F. warns, "It's primitive camping. No drinking water, showers, or cell service" at Sam Brown Campground.
Seasonal crowding: Summer months bring more visitors to popular areas. Julie P. noted Boundary Campground "wasn't busy when my family and I went which was really nice. It almost felt like we had the whole campground to ourselves."
Limited cell coverage: Communication can be difficult in remote areas. One camper reported at Sam Brown, "There is a spot about 3 miles up the road where most can get service," highlighting the need to plan accordingly.
Choose sites with amenities: For families with children, campgrounds with facilities make life easier. At Lake Selmac Resort, "The campsites were all so beautiful with all the amenities one may want. You really felt removed from the world while there BUT not too far from a grocery store that has all you need," according to susanna R.
Look for water recreation: Lakes offer additional activities for children when not riding. "Great spot for families. There are plenty of things to do from fishing, swimming, and even renting a 'peddle' boat for a leg workout while taking your trip around the lake," explains Lyndsey about Lake Selmac Resort.
Consider yurts for off-season trips: When horse camping in colder months, heated structures provide comfort. Paul H. shares, "We love coming to lake selmac to use the yurts for winter camping. They're heated and cozy," adding his family has "probably camped here a half dozen times or so over the past couple years."
Seek campgrounds with privacy: Families appreciate separate spaces when camping with horses. Nicole O. notes some sites at Lake Selmac Resort "are very private feeling because you park the car up top and walk down (not far at all) to the tent that sits close to the lake."
Check hookup availability: Not all equestrian campgrounds offer full RV services. Robert O. appreciated Bullards Beach State Park Campground, noting his "26ft Class C motor home we fit a-ok an had 30am and 15am at the post, the site and utilities are in great shape."
Reserve early for summer visits: Peak season fills quickly, especially for sites with hookups. "We showed up the day of and ended up getting the last spot," reports one camper about Bullards Beach, suggesting the need for advance planning.
Prepare for variable connectivity: Some campgrounds have limited cell service. At Bullards Beach, one RVer found "cell signal on Verizon was really low speed and mostly useable. But ATT was good with 5-7Mbs without using our outside antenna and cell booster, 10-20mbs when using it."
Be aware of dump station access: RVers should note facility limitations. One visitor to Cape Blanco warns, "The dump station is closed because it's broken and they've been trying to secure funding to replace it... You will need to plan on using the dump station at the state park north or south of this park."
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