Best Campgrounds near Neskowin, OR

Neskowin's coastal location on the Oregon shore provides a diverse range of camping experiences from oceanfront state parks to forested inland options. Neskowin Creek RV Resort offers cabins and RV sites within the town limits, while dispersed camping is available at South Lake just 12 miles east. Cape Lookout State Park, approximately 15 miles north, features a combination of tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and yurts in a coastal forest setting. Most campgrounds in the region accommodate multiple camping styles, with developed sites supporting both traditional tent camping and various RV setups.

Many coastal campgrounds require reservations months in advance during summer, while availability improves significantly in the off-season. The region experiences typical Pacific Northwest coastal weather patterns with fog, wind, and rain possible year-round, though summer typically brings clearer conditions. Campgrounds near the beach often feature protection from coastal winds through strategic tree placement and dune barriers. Road access to established campgrounds is generally well-maintained, though dispersed areas like South Lake demand higher clearance vehicles. As one visitor noted, "Do not drive here if you can't drive on the edge of a cliff on gravel roads. It's bumpy and definitely not for the faint of heart."

The proximity to beach access represents a significant draw for campers in the Neskowin area. Cape Lookout State Park provides sites "steps away from a beautiful, expansive beach" according to visitor feedback, while Neskowin Creek RV Resort offers convenient access to the town's distinctive shoreline featuring Proposal Rock. Several reviews highlight the region's ability to provide both forest and ocean experiences in close proximity. Winter camping delivers a more solitary experience with fewer crowds but requires preparation for coastal storms and potential flooding, especially at sites near Devil's Lake where reviews mention seasonal flooding issues. The region's unique combination of coastal views, forest settings, and proximity to small beach towns makes it popular for visitors seeking diverse outdoor experiences within a compact area.

Best Camping Sites Near Neskowin, Oregon (158)

    1. Cape Lookout State Park Campground

    108 Reviews
    Netarts, OR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 842-4981

    $25 - $113 / night

    "I would pick a site that isn’t next to the bathroom trail or you’ll have someone walking through your site every 5 minutes. Each site is Steps away from beach access."

    "Steps to the beach? ✅ In the forest? ✅ Access to amazing hiking? ✅ Private? ✅ We love Cape Lookout for all the diverse scenery it has to offer."

    2. Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    39 Reviews
    Lincoln City, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 994-2002

    $15 - $70 / night

    "Not sure what these reviews are about, since I live a 15-minute walk from The Devil's Lake Campground."

    "Devils Lake campground is an easy drive from Oregon wine country (Newberg/McMinnville). It tends to fill up quickly, so best to book weeks/months in advance."

    3. Thousand Trails Pacific City

    18 Reviews
    Pacific City, OR
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Forested and just steps away from the Pacific Ocean. Pacific City is just a few minutes away and it offers good restaurants and many recreational activities."

    "It's nestled in the woods next to the beach with the cute little town of Pacific City just 5 minutes away. The staff was very friendly."

    4. Lincoln City KOA

    19 Reviews
    Neotsu, OR
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 994-2961

    "It is Oregon coast so it colder than California coast, and usually raining! So extra coat is a must!!"

    "The tent sites are surrounded on the outside by dense woods, and because the campground is about 5 miles off the highway, it was blissfully quiet and serene."

    5. Beverly Beach State Park Campground

    109 Reviews
    Otter Rock, OR
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 265-9278

    $25 - $81 / night

    "Like most Oregon coast campgrounds, the summer months are very busy."

    "4 1/2 stars for this sprawling, accessible campground, easy to find and close to so many things Shangra-La-ish about Newport and the Oregon Coast."

    6. Cape Kiwanda RV Resort and Marketplace

    11 Reviews
    Pacific City, OR
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 965-6230

    $22 - $169 / night

    "Everything you need in walking distance and the most beautiful views of the Oregon coast right across the street."

    "We headed to the Pacific City in search of fresh air in mid September when much of Oregon was consumed by wildfire smoke."

    7. Webb County Campground & Park

    11 Reviews
    Pacific City, OR
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 965-5001

    $38 / night

    "Loved the quick access to the beach. For bein so close to the road it was really quiet! Would stay here again!!"

    "store, pizza, beach, restaurant and bar all within walking distance! bunnies and deer all over the campground. also a fish cleaning station."

    8. Neskowin Creek RV Resort

    8 Reviews
    Neskowin, OR
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 392-3355

    "Its located within walking distance to the coast. Plenty of activities for the kids to play.

    Indoor swimming.

    They often do pot luck dinners."

    "This is a great park, with laundry, pool sauna ,  fire pits, close to beach......"

    9. Premier RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Lincoln City, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 996-2778

    $63 - $85 / night

    "Close to the beach, Oregon Coast Aquarium and many restaurants and gift shops. I would definitely bring my family back for another weekend in the near future."

    "It was close to the road, and many of the trailers in the pull through section appeared to be long term occupants, at least a couple left early in the morning for work and returned in the afternoon.  "

    10. Sea and Sand RV Park

    25 Reviews
    Gleneden Beach, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 821-2231

    "This beach is located near some of the best beach towns on the oregon coast."

    "This is the best place to stay on the Oregon Coast. Beautiful park with different type sites."

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Recent Reviews near Neskowin, OR

1111 Reviews of 158 Neskowin Campgrounds


  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Dispersed Camping Near Pioneer-Indian Trail in Siuslaw National Forest

    Great Find

    We have been traveling/disburse camping through Montana, Washington, and now Oregon and this has been our 2nd favorite spot.

    The drive in wasn’t as bad as we were anticipating. The road was paved and a two lane; narrow lanes but my Ram 3500 and teardrop handled it fine. We did follow previous reviews and once spotted the logging road turned in despite previous review suggesting walking down first. It worked for us because the spot was empty but would second that recommendation; had the spot been taken turn around would not have happened. The logging road is gravel, narrow, and a little steep but not bad at all. The spot is worth what it takes to get to it.

    The space, seclusion, sky made it our second favorite site; the first had a creek and wild life. Not recommended for strictly RWD vehicles, if you are towing 45 feet in length, or wet/snowy conditions.

    This spot is saved for next time we are in the area.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Barview Jetty County Campground

    Decent

    Overall, the campground was nice. Free showers. There’s a nice playground for the kiddos. I stayed in the V loop and was the only camper there for the 3 nights I was there. The sites are close to each other… so if you want privacy, I would recommend going elsewhere. I could see it getting really packed and noisy during the weekends.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Port of Tillamook Bay RV Park

    City Park great for an overnight

    This is a great city run RV park that is next to a small municipal airport and a World War II era blimp museum. Some sites have shade, but mostly open field. I camped here 8/22/25. There were about 20 other campers but there was plenty of space for more. $20 a night.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek

    Really a trek, did it in a class c rv

    It's a one lane road with some turnouts.

    Nice and quiet, but no real level spots

  • Carol & Ed V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Nehalem Bay State Park Campground

    Great location

    Typical state cg. But sites are not on top of one another. Great showers and access to all the regions sites

  • Susan M.
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Phoenix RV Park

    Nope

    We stayed here for 11 months. We had a problem with our fridge overheating and the compressor being noisy when the afternoon sun hit the front side. We built an insulated box to solve the problem. Painted it. It wasn't an eyesore. We didn't have more than 5 personal items in our lot. Manager made us take it down. Said there would be a spot in September that she could move us to. Was unwilling to switch around someone who wasn't coming in for 2 months. When September hit, nothing happened. She never did move us. But she did move her RV to the prime spot, facing the way that we needed, up front when it came open. Lots of spots with so much junk under their RVs. We had a whitewater raft under ours and were told that we couldn't have it under there. Instead of paying a ridiculous price for a storage unit, we sold it. We already had one in the RV. Head management was coming through in a couple of weeks and she had to make the place look like she actually enforced the rules? Their sprinkler system quit working. The maintenance person put the sprinkler on the grass on the side of us. My window was wide open. Soaked my couch, left a water stain all across the blinds(RV was 9 months old) and the water stained a handmade quilt on the back of my couch. When I called the office the manager told me to stop yelling at her. I guess a loud voice was yelling? The guy said he didn't see that my window was open, yet I saw it was as I drove up. The manager also charged my debit card for our last couple of days/electricity without my permission. When I called to confront her about it, she hung up on me. I had to call my bank to get my card cancelled but the charge went through. Even though she sent me an email saying I was refunded. I am now trying to deal with the head office about her. Rent also going up to$830 a month. For a parking spot and water. No internet. Lots of sirens. Heard gunfire a lot. Not a great part of town. Lots of homeless people, garbage because it's near the can redemption center.

  • Kris O.
    Oct. 3, 2025

    cape lookout

    Paved level sites

    Good access for rigs up to 40’ it seems. Sites are all paved and pull-in or back in. Fires in fire pits only. Not expensive and a nice beach walking distance from all sites.


Guide to Neskowin

Neskowin's camping options extend beyond town limits to nearby forest areas and state parks along the central Oregon coast. The region sits at approximately 13 feet above sea level, with a marine climate featuring year-round precipitation averaging 100 inches annually. During summer months, temperatures typically range from 55-70°F, while winter camping requires preparation for temperatures that can drop to the mid-40s with frequent rain.

What to do

Beach exploration at low tide: Visit Cape Kiwanda, where camping at Thousand Trails Pacific City puts you near excellent beachcombing. "We walked to the beach for a fantastic sunset! Didn't have the kids in this trip but they would have loved the play areas and bunnies!" notes Esther D.

Hiking coastal trails: The forests and headlands offer multiple trail options from camping spots near Neskowin, Oregon. Beverly Beach State Park Campground connects to nature paths. "Short walk to a great beach. Walk in the forest. Reasonable rates," reports Cameron L.

Fishing and crabbing: The coastal waters provide excellent seafood opportunities. When staying at Webb County Campground, one visitor mentioned, "There is a fish cleaning station" and you'll be just "across the street from the beach and launch for the dory fleet."

What campers like

Ocean proximity: Cape Lookout State Park Campground offers a perfect combination of coastal forest and beach access. "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," advises Dean.

Wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds feature small animals that campers enjoy watching. The Lincoln City KOA offers unexpected wildlife encounters. "In the morning, I scared up a marten by the large oak tree in my campsite, and it was such a pleasure to see this shy fellow up close!" reports Shawn M.

Modern facilities: Camping areas near Neskowin maintain clean facilities. At Webb County Campground, "Bathrooms are clean and showers are decent. Nice helpful camp host," according to Kirsten G. This sentiment echoes across most established campgrounds in the region.

What you should know

Seasonal flooding: Winter camping requires careful site selection. At Devil's Lake State Recreation Area Campground, Blake F. cautions, "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."

Cell service limitations: Some campgrounds have poor connectivity. At Pacific City, Dana O. notes, "No cell service, so be prepared." This affects several wooded camping locations in the area.

Reservation requirements: Most coastal campgrounds fill quickly during summer. For Webb County Campground, Ted T. advises, "If you can get a reservation, it isn't cheap. The basic price is over $30 for a tent, and you're supposed to pay for extra tents."

Fire restrictions: Rules vary by location and season. Some parks only allow propane fires in certain areas. Sea and Sand RV Park specifies that "the upper ocean site area could not have any wood fires and could only use propane fires with the exception of on the beach."

Tips for camping with families

Protected swimming options: Neskowin Creek RV Resort offers safer water recreation. "Indoor swimming. They often do pot luck dinners," mentions Jeff P., making it popular for families wanting controlled water activities.

Playground access: Several campgrounds have dedicated play areas. At Thousand Trails Pacific City, one camper noted, "Kids really enjoyed camping here. Kept clean, and stocked with games and things to do in clubhouse."

Educational programs: Beverly Beach State Park offers "nice educational programs for kids" according to Kristen W., making it valuable for families wanting to combine recreation with learning.

Wildlife encounters: The rabbit populations at several campgrounds fascinate children. At Webb County Campground, "I counted 47 during our two night stay there," reported Audrey M., creating memorable animal experiences without venturing into wilderness.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Many coastal campgrounds have uneven spots. One RVer at Pacific City reported, "Every spot we saw was so un-level that my trailer couldn't compensate enough to have a comfortable stay."

Limited hookup availability: Plan to arrive early for full services. At Cape Kiwanda RV Resort and Marketplace, Jennifer H. notes, "The RV resort itself is small and have narrow sites. But the store is fantastic, being across from Pelican and a short stroll to the beach."

Dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer this service. Robert D. noted at Sea and Sand RV Park that some sites required "a screw on sewer connection that in some sites were 25 plus feet from the rear of the site," requiring additional equipment.

Winter RV camping: Prepare for coastal storms if camping off-season. Multiple RVers recommend bringing extra stabilization equipment and monitoring weather forecasts, as winter winds can exceed 50mph along exposed portions of the coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you camp directly on Neskowin Beach?

No, camping directly on Neskowin Beach is not permitted. The beach is public land where overnight camping is prohibited for environmental protection and safety reasons. For beach-adjacent camping, Nehalem Bay State Park Campground offers the closest experience, with sites situated on a spit with beach access just a short walk away. During off-season (fall/winter), you'll find fewer crowds while still enjoying coastal views. For a site with ocean views near Neskowin, consider Cape Lookout State Park Campground, which offers camping facilities within walking distance of the shoreline but not directly on the sand.

Where are the best campgrounds in Neskowin, Oregon?

While Neskowin itself is small, it offers excellent camping nearby. Namastay Right Here Coastal Haven is a highly-rated private campground with stunning ocean views, level camping areas, and a peaceful forest setting just minutes from Neskowin Beach. Another excellent option is Hebo Lake Campground, which campers praise for its clean facilities, peaceful atmosphere, and great fishing opportunities. For those seeking additional amenities, Neskowin Creek RV Resort provides full hookups for RVers, while Pacific City and Lincoln City (both within 15-20 minutes) offer additional camping alternatives with beach access.

Is there a state park with camping facilities in Neskowin?

There is no state park with camping facilities directly in Neskowin. However, several excellent state parks with camping are located within a short drive. South Beach State Park Campground is a popular option with paved paths to the beach, ranger-led activities in summer, and level sites. Devil's Lake State Recreation Area Campground is another nearby option. Both parks offer full amenities including restrooms, showers, and both tent and RV sites. These state parks typically require reservations, especially during peak summer months, and provide clean facilities with easy beach access.

What camping options are available along Neskowin Creek?

Neskowin Creek RV Resort is the primary camping option along Neskowin Creek, offering full hookup sites in a scenic setting alongside the creek. This resort accommodates RVs with amenities including water, toilets, and big-rig-friendly spaces. For those seeking a more rustic experience near water, Kilchis Park offers creek-side camping in the region. While not directly on Neskowin Creek, it provides a similar experience with water access. Both locations offer the peaceful sounds of flowing water and opportunities for fishing, though availability is more limited during peak summer months, so reservations are recommended.