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Lakeside, Oregon sits at the edge of Tenmile Lake, with campgrounds near Lakeside ranging from full-hookup RV parks to dispersed forest sites across the surrounding coastal region. Eel Creek Campground and William M. Tugman State Park provide established camping near the town center, while Elliott State Forest offers dispersed options for more self-sufficient campers. The area accommodates diverse camping preferences with tent sites, RV hookups, yurts, and cabin rentals. Osprey Point RV Resort and North Lake Resort offer lakefront accommodations with amenities like water and electric hookups, while the nearby Oregon Dunes provide unique camping environments just west of town.
Weather patterns along this section of the Oregon coast remain relatively mild year-round, though winter brings increased rainfall and cooler temperatures. Most established campgrounds in the region operate throughout the year, including William M. Tugman State Park and Osprey Point RV Resort, while some facilities like Bluebill Campground operate seasonally from May through September. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better coverage in established campgrounds near town and limited connectivity in the surrounding forest areas. Reservations are recommended for peak summer months when waterfront sites fill quickly. A visitor noted, "Great water access for boating, canoeing, kayaking. No privacy between spots. Seems more for long term visits than a short visit."
The Lakeside area draws campers seeking direct lake access, with Tenmile Lake supporting fishing, swimming, and boating activities at several campgrounds that provide boat launches and rentals. Camping near Lakeside gives visitors access to both tranquil lake environments and stunning coastal landscapes within a short drive. Sites at North Lake Resort RV Park & Marina offer particular privacy compared to other campground options in the area. One camper mentioned, "Private but nice because they have a no radio rule. Right on the lake. Clean showers for $1/8min. Small kiosk onsite. $25 dry camp. Very nice area and much more private sites than the county site down the road." The John Dellenback Dunes Trail, accessible from Eel Creek Campground, receives consistently positive reviews for hiking through diverse coastal landscapes including dunes, forest, and remote beaches.
"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"
from $29 - $141 / night
Check Availability"The adjacent park has plenty of green space, a boat launch, a playground, picnic tables and restroom ( very family friendly)."
"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."
from $26 - $88 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $22 - $44 / night
Check Availability"This park is located in the beautiful Cape Arago area of the South-Central Oregon coast."
"Oregon State Parks are genuinely the bomb. We were so impressed with them! When we arrived at Sunset Bay, a light drizzle had started, but it created the perfect ambiance."
from $29 - $119 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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!"
from $32 - $128 / night
Check Availability"The location was great and the amenities were superb."
"Convenience stores close by plus the resort has a general store with anything you could need. Site staff very friendly while keeping a distance, giving you just the right amount of privacy."
from $54 - $261 / night
Check Availability"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."
"The lake is SO cute and we walked the path around it several times which morphs from dirt to roots to packed rocks to sand."
"You can hear the dune buggies off in the distance which makes it feel close to home without being disturbing."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"North bend is near by and it’s just a beautiful place in Oregon right on the coats. Loved watching the fog roll in and exploring the tide pools."
"A berm of at least 10 ft surrounds. Big part of the site. Firewood delivered to site :) Brand new hot free showers close to the site."
from $32 / night
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GuideDecent county fairgrounds campground...kiosk check in..first come first served....some full hook up ..others water/electric with dump station......decent price....great for an overnight road warrior. I like municipal and county campgrounds....most are ideal for economical overnight hookups
GuideDecent location....a bit dusty....decent sites. Strange sewage hookups .macerator connections requires a different setup from the normal sewage and donut type. We just held our sewage until departure then dumped into their system with the help of the owner. Decent price considering the location. Several other campgrounds nearby but these folks had an opening for my dates and were accomodating....I would camp here again...I only booked the site a day or two prior to my arrival.
GuideVery few areas large enough to set up a camp. There are pull over areas along side the road which I did the first night. Then was lucky enough to get a good sized spot someone pulled out of.
No garbage or restrooms so clean up well, after yourself! Take plenty of supplies as nothing is available without a trip to a local town. But very peaceful and beautiful
Cell service is very spotty
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.
Travelersome tent sites right next to parking pad some a bit of a hike away which means hauling gear to the fire ring. not ideal if you just want to stay in your van and you have bad knees......IYKYK most sites are very close to each other? flush toilets, no other amenities
GuideEasy to park and dry camp or there are hookup spots that go quick during the summer. Great place to walk around and see the life and wildlife if you are not there to participate.
GuideI loved it here. The spots are a little close where I was but at least there was a picnic table. I love the location most of all. You can hear the birds and watch the seals close up. Well kept park and good facilities.
ScoutGood facilities, friendly hosts, close access to the beach.
LegendWe stopped here because it was convenient after a 500+ mile day. It is a very clean RV Park but I think we were the only overnighters here. I called about an hour before our after hours arrival. The woman I spoke with on the phone, Mel, was super friendly. The clubhouse area is clean, and had laundry, a pool table, and clean bathrooms/showers. Nothing fancy but clean and hot water for the showers. It is right next to the 5 so there will be road noise. Nice field with horses behind our site.
Camping spots near Lakeside, Oregon cluster around Tenmile Lake, with elevations ranging from 0-300 feet along the coastal terrain. Located 15 miles north of Coos Bay, the area receives approximately 65-70 inches of annual rainfall, creating lush forested surroundings for campers. Sites throughout the region often feature established fire rings and picnic tables, though availability can vary significantly between peak summer months and the quieter off-season.
Hiking the dunes: At Eel Creek Campground, the John Dellenback Dunes Trail offers a unique coastal experience. "The hike out of the campground is strenuous but the dunes are absolutely breathtaking," notes one visitor, while another adds "Nearby you can hike Siltcoos lake, swim in Lake Marie or visit the beach."
Fishing from shore: William M. Tugman State Park Campground provides accessible lake fishing without needing a boat. "Good fishing from the dock as well as from our kayaks and SUP boards," reports one camper, while another mentions they "caught about a dozen fish in the lake" during their stay.
Crabbing excursions: Visit Winchester Bay just 6 miles north for seafood harvesting opportunities. "We were able to cast our crab snares right off the back of our site and limit out," explains a camper about their successful catches, with another mentioning "the crab pier was close by. Had a wonderful adventure!"
Fire-friendly sites: Many camping areas maintain fire pits despite seasonal restrictions. One camper appreciated that Eel Creek Campground "was clean with picnic tables and fire pit." Remember that fire regulations can change quickly based on conditions.
Clean facilities: Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Campground receives praise for its maintenance. "Super clean, warm showers, and good size spaces," notes one visitor. Another points out the "nice one mile trail around Lake Marie, perfect for my dog."
Waterfront access: The proximity to multiple lakes creates prime locations for water activities. "The campground has a nice small loop with a hill that the kids loved to ride their bikes around," mentions one father, while another camper valued being "walking distance to the beach. So beautiful. In the woods."
Weather considerations: Fog and wind affect coastal camping regularly. "We got here literally around 3 am. Anyways we woke up and walked down to the water which was wonderful. But that wind just kept on kicking," reports one camper at Umpqua Lighthouse.
Site spacing and privacy: Bay Point Landing offers roomier setups than most. "The sites are nice length and width. We had a back up site, with the water 50' away. Worth the premium," explains a recent visitor, while other campgrounds receive mixed reviews on spacing.
Reservation timing: Secure sites well in advance for summer stays. "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," advises a camper who stayed at Tugman State Park.
Playground access: Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park Campground offers developed play areas. "The campground had a playground for kids, a small free library and ranger station with a couple of souvenirs of the area," notes a visitor who appreciated these amenities during rainy periods.
Yurt rentals: Consider upgraded accommodations for unpredictable coastal weather. "We went in the off season (in the winter) so the campground didn't have many people staying. The yurt comes with a bunk bed (top a twin and bottom maybe a full size), pull out couch, small table with 2 chairs and a heater," describes a family who found this setup perfect for coastal camping with a toddler.
Bathroom proximity: When camping with kids, location matters. "Our location was conveniently located near the bathroom which made for night bathroom visits easier. The bathroom is also very clean with multiple stalls and showers," mentions a parent appreciating this practical feature.
Laundry facilities: Osprey Point RV Resort offers on-site laundry services. "Great campground with store, coffee shop, laundry, arcade, rec room and best of all is their pizza and pub," notes one RVer who appreciated these conveniences, though another mentions "Wish the store was open until 5 or 6pm."
Leveling challenges: Many campsites require adjustment for comfortable parking. "Notice the asphalt spaces were not very level. Most RV/Campers had to use blocks to level out," warns a camper about William M. Tugman State Park, while another mentions "Spaces were pretty close together and turns are tight" at Osprey Point.
Connectivity concerns: Cell service varies widely between campgrounds. "The grounds are well kept and the bathrooms/showers are really nice. There is a pretty lake trail and lots of recreation in the area," notes one camper, while explaining connectivity limits in the region during their stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Lakeside, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Lakeside, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 152 campgrounds and RV parks near Lakeside, OR and 8 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Lakeside, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lakeside, OR is Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 32 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lakeside, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Lakeside, OR.
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