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Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite provides free primitive camping along a forested trail in Tillamook County, approximately 35 miles from Netarts. The site accommodates tent and RV campers with horses, offering trail access for equestrian use without developed amenities. No drinking water, toilets, or dedicated horse corrals are available, requiring campers to bring all necessary supplies. The large camping spots offer room for horse trailers with flat ground for setting up temporary containment systems. Tillamook State Forest Stagecoach Horse Camp offers more developed equestrian camping options with drive-in access, though reviews indicate some sites may contain trash from previous visitors.
Located in the Tillamook State Forest region, these horse-friendly camping areas connect to trail networks that wind through coastal forest terrain. Riders should bring water for themselves and their horses as no on-site water sources exist at either location. The forest roads accessing Mt Hebo are in good condition and passable with horse trailers, though signs warn of possible logging truck traffic. Both locations operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations available. The dispersed nature of these sites provides privacy and quiet surroundings for horses and riders. Campers should follow pack-in, pack-out principles, as recent reports mention accumulated trash at some sites, particularly near Mt Hebo where bags of garbage have been found hanging from trees.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Netarts (21)
1. Nehalem Bay State Park Campground
"We definitely didn't try to interact with them, but they were comfortable to roam right around our site which was a really magical experience
- Nehalem Bay is such a beautiful area and the State Park"
"Really cool atmosphere just steps away from the beach. The sounds of the waves can be heard right from your site. Nice facilities. Yurt is highly recommended and sleeps 5."
from $25 - $90 / night
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"Bathrooms were close to sites and decent. The site was pretty quiet. There are ATV trails nearby so lots of dirt bikers in the camp."
"However, we continued up the road which wound its way around a mountain and found a lovely spot away from the busy campground below. So peaceful and relaxing. Dirt bike paths around too."
from $15 - $20 / night
Check Availability3. North Fork Trask
4. Beverly Beach State Park Campground
"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."
from $25 - $90 / night
Check Availability5. Edward Creek Learner's Loop
6. Nehalem Bay Trailer Park
"Location of resort is not where app indicates. The site is off North Fork as you come into Nehalem. We stayed two nights in the overflow and it was lovely."
7. Nehalem Bay State Campground
"Clean restrooms Super clean showers Big sites for a state park very nice Walk to beach Definitely will be back! Great experience"
8. Dairy Creek West — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park
"The upper area encircles a large open are perfect for games and running around. There is a nice disk golf course and a lot of large paths for waking and biking."
"And a loop with corals for horses. Miles of horse trails, bike trails, hiking trails."
from $24 - $39 / night
Check Availability9. Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite
10. Tillamook State Forest Jones Creek Campground
"Lots of beautiful sights around so bring a go pro."
from $50 / night
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 25 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 34 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 54 min from Corvallis, OR
- 2 hrs 10 min from Longview, WA
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Netarts, OR
314 Reviews of 21 Netarts Campgrounds
joani I.
Travelerthe retreat at cannon beach
We came at night and left in am. Bathrooms clean. Shower hot. Both well lit
- LLeonard H.
RangerNehalem Bay State Park Campground
Level Paved Sites, Good Restrooms
Paved roads a little narrow so more challenging to back-in 90-degree sites vs. 45-degree angled sites. Good restrooms with flush toilets and h/c water sinks. Hot showers included as part of camping fee. Two dump stations at entrance use honor system to pay $10 via cell-phone app. Nice beach walks over sand dunes to long flat beach. Expect wind on beach. Some sites a little close together but ok overall. Expect lots of families with kids in summer and on weekends. Overall a good stay.
Matt G.RangerNorth Fork Trask
Beautiful spot
The road wasn't to bad getting there. There were a few spots in the campsite. River feet away, berry patches close. No cell coverage.
- AAmanda A.Traveler
North Fork Trask
So lush
The road is easily traveled, though there are only a few sites. Some by the river were already taken when I got there but omg gorgeous. I’ll definitely be back.
- MMichaelTraveler
North Fork Trask
Great spot marked as #1 of 3
There are 3 camp sites in this area. I was in #1 for 9 days, site 3 seems to be the best of them as it's on a pond, unlike 2 was more like stream . Each has a fire ring with plenty of space for 2 or more rigs. I arrived on a Saturday thinking there will never be a spot, but as luck would have it site 1 was clear. There was plenty of blackberries for the pickin, and wild life to observe, Site3 was occupied the first weekend, but it seems that they left the tent up and left for the week, only to return the following weekend with a group.
- ssilas H.Scout
Tillamook State Forest Stagecoach Horse Camp
Creepy
It is a ways from the highway noise or any other noice for that matter but it was definitely a little creepy down there but well worth the stay if your trying to escape everyday life.
- Christina F.Ranger
Nehalem Bay State Park Campground
Great vibe!
This was our next to last stop on the way home from Beverly Beach. Two campgrounds about the same size, could not be more different! The spaces at Nehalem Bay are still close, but not as close as Beverly Beach. There were kids, but just not as many running about. The vibe was so laid back here. We lucked out with a semi-private site. We had the site that was next to the road going to the horse camp area so there were some trees on that side and behind us, though you could still see a little bit of one or two horse sites. And I could hear the horses every once in awhile, which I found very comforting. The ocean is just over the dune and there are a couple different trails to get over to it. The beach itself is lovely with soft sand and very little seaweed or anything that comes in with the tide, the only issue is that it is windy. It's not too bad at night, but during the day, it is rough. We tried to take our kiddo out to play in the sand and it just sucked. Good spot for wind surfing or paragliding though as we saw several people doing this down the beach a little ways. One thing we would have liked to do, but could not convince our kiddo, there is a 2 mile loop trail around the airstrip (oh yeah, there's an airstrip here too on the bay side of the park where people can fly in and camp) and trails down on the jetty from the day use area. There is also a horseback riding outfit down there that operates seasonally. There is a playground, but it's not a traditional type of playground with swings and slides, at least not in our group of loops. It wasn't the best for little kiddos. We did not explore loops A,B, and C so not sure if that playground was the same. Lastly, the dump station: there are two lanes here, which is great. Nobody was at the dump station when we pulled in, so no waiting. This park is also partaking in the pilot program where you scan the qr code and pay $10 to dump tanks. I had Verizon connectivity at this park so there was no issue there, but someone a scribbled across the qr code at the dump station my husband pulled into so I had to go to the other lane to scan that qr code. Not a big deal, but it's just a different type issue. Once I scanned the qr code, it took me to the site and I didn't have any problems paying.
- Christina F.Ranger
Beverly Beach State Park Campground
It was ok.
Everybody raves about this campground, but we found it just ok. This is a HUGE campground situated along the Oregon coast and Hwy 101. Actually, you walk under Hwy 101 to get out to the beach. There are 8 loops (A-H), that are a mix of yurts, standard tents sites, FHU (full hook-ups) and PHU (partial hook-ups) sites. Loops A, B, and groups sites are the closest to the beach, but also closest to the road noise from Hwy 101. The campground is nice, but there is not much privacy or space as sites are packed in close together. We lucked out in that our site, F14, was around a bend in the road and surrounded by shrubs. This was not the norm though from what I saw during our daily walks. As other reviewers mentioned, this is a very family friendly campground. There were tons of kids on bikes and scooters going to and fro. This caused a little bit of an issue when we arrived and were prepping to back our 32ft 5th wheel into our spot. I had to give a yell at some kids who kept riding their bikes behind our trailer as my husband was trying to maneuver the trailer. Not cool and not very good campground etiquette. I will say this though, when quiet hours rolled around, I didn't hear a peep out of anyone near us. A couple more things...I had no Verizon connectivity what-so-ever until I got to the beach. If you are in loops C-H, the beach is definitely not "steps" away. It was quite a walk from F loop and even farther if you camp at the back of H and G loops. Lastly, the dump station (sigh). There is one lane in the dump station. For such a huge campground that has only 53 full hook-up sites out of 257 campsites, one lane is not enough. We waited in the dump station line for 45-50 minutes before we could dump our tanks. Another issue is the pilot program that Oregon state parks is doing at some of their parks. The fee for the dump station is $10 for everyone unless you had a FHU site. There is a qr code that you're supposed to be able to scan and pay. Well, I still didn't have service at the dump station and my husband doesn't have a smart phone. I had to walk over and pay at the ranger station. We had an issue at another park as well, but that will be in the review for that park.
Another little note: we saw some dead birds on the beach. I reported this to the ranger station and she told me that unfortunately this is a normal occurance in August. The name escapes me at the moment, but this type of bird nests in the rocks and when a predator comes, they fling themselves off the rocks. So it is a normal thing in August, but just beware for when you go out on the beach.
Guide to Netarts
Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite is approximately 35 miles from Netarts through forested mountain roads. These primitive equestrian camping sites accommodate horse riders seeking backcountry experiences in Tillamook County. The sites sit at elevations between 1,800 and 3,000 feet, creating cooler summer temperatures and occasional coastal fog that rolls in during mornings and evenings.
What to do
Trail riding networks: The Tillamook State Forest features extensive trail systems designed for horses with varying terrain difficulties. "The road is in great condition and is passable with a 2WD without any issue. There is a sign saying there are logging trucks using the road, but I never saw one or heard any forestry equipment," notes one North Fork Trask visitor.
Crabbing excursions: Many equestrian campers combine their stay with day trips to coastal areas for crabbing. "Go crabbing at Kelly's and then horseback riding on the beach!" suggests a visitor to Nehalem Bay State Park Campground, which is approximately 25 miles north of Netarts.
Hiking trail access: When not riding, explore hiking trails that connect to many horse camping areas. "There is a two mile bike/walking path through the woods and along the bay. The beach is only a five minute walk away," reports a camper at Nehalem Bay State Park Campground.
What campers like
Forest seclusion: The dispersed nature of horse camping sites creates privacy not found at developed campgrounds. "Super big spots off side of forest roads. Nice and quiet back there other than locals and loggers through the night," reports a camper at North Fork Trask.
Beach proximity: Many equestrian campers appreciate locations that provide both forest riding and beach access within driving distance. "Great dune area. Always horses riding on the beach too. Super neat experience," notes a visitor to Beverly Beach State Park Campground.
Flat terrain: Horse trailer parking requires level ground, which many sites provide. "This spot isn't accurately marked, but the road is correct. I saw a total of 3 designated dispersed camping sites along this road. But there were a ton of pull offs along the river," notes a North Fork Trask camper, highlighting the availability of suitable parking areas.
What you should know
Trash considerations: Several horse camping areas report trash problems that campers should prepare to mitigate. "Lots of trash around the site, and bags of trash hanging from a tree towards the front. Looks like remains from a party," reports a visitor to Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite.
Campsite availability: Most horse camping areas operate first-come, first-served with no reservations. "Showed up in the dark & rain, no reservations in February. Lots of room at each site, very clean, nice bathrooms, quiet. Easy onsite reservation/payment," notes a camper at Dairy Creek West.
Water planning: No potable water exists at most horse camping sites, requiring careful planning. "You are located close to town and good grocery/coffee shops/bakeries," mentions a Nehalem Bay camper, highlighting the importance of knowing where to resupply.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: When choosing horse camping sites for families, consider nearby amenities. "Large campground with lots of people but still feels like you're camping. Great beach access," notes a Beverly Beach State Park visitor, which offers developed facilities families appreciate.
Kid-friendly trails: Several areas offer trails suitable for younger riders. "Good paved loop for kids to ride bikes. All stores are back in but there's a decent bit of room between stores, especially compared to some PNW coast campgrounds," reports a Nehalem Bay camper.
Educational experiences: Consider sites near interpretive centers. "Definitely check out the Tillamook Forest Center, you can even hike over from the campground," suggests a visitor to Jones Creek, providing educational opportunities for children.
Tips from RVers
Site lengths: When bringing RVs to equestrian camping areas, verify site dimensions. "Our spot was very spacious as the length was 45 feet deep on asphalt. It had a picnic table and a fire ring in a well-groomed gravel area about 30' x 30'," reports a camper at Dairy Creek East.
Hookup availability: Most horse camping areas near Netarts lack hookups, so prepare accordingly. "The water pressure was not very good at around 35 psi. We had a clear shot to the north sky for Starlink, but it's doubtful we'd get a southern sky shot from this site due to the mature trees," notes a Dairy Creek West visitor.
Road conditions: Access roads to horse camping areas vary significantly. "The forest roads accessing Mt Hebo are in good condition and passable with horse trailers, though signs warn of possible logging truck traffic," confirms a recent visitor.
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