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Equestrian Camping near Pacific City, OR
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Nehalem Bay State Park Campground offers primitive horse camp sites with direct beach access for riders. The campground features separate equestrian camping areas designed specifically for those traveling with horses. Sites accommodate both tents and vans, with space for horse trailers. The park provides wheelbarrows to help maintain the cleanliness of horse areas. Campers can enjoy riding horses directly on the beach, with trails connecting the campground to the shoreline. The horse camp maintains a peaceful atmosphere even during busy seasons, with campsites set apart from each other to provide adequate space for horses and riders.
Located between the bay and ocean, the equestrian trails at Nehalem Bay State Park connect riders to miles of beach riding opportunities. The park's position on a peninsula creates ideal conditions for varied terrain riding experiences. Horse owners should check gate hardware carefully when stalling their animals, as one reviewer noted an incident with a horse catching its halter in an opened eyebolt. Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp also provides equestrian-specific camping facilities with gorgeous trails that create a wilderness-like riding experience. The campground is open from May 15 to September 30, offering seasonal access to the park's extensive trail system. Riders can explore the natural beauty of the Willamette Valley from horseback, with trails winding through diverse landscapes and along the river.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Pacific City (16)
1. 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 Availability2. 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
Check Availability3. Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite
4. Jones Creek
"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 Availability5. North Fork Trask
6. Edward Creek Learner's Loop
7. Tillamook State Forest Jones Creek Campground
"Lots of beautiful sights around so bring a go pro."
from $50 / night
Check Availability8. 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."
9. Polk County Fairgrounds
"So much better than those CGs next to highways and RRs"
"Dump station nearby. We were visiting relatives in this area, so really only need a safe place to park the rig. This worked out fine."
10. 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"
Drive Time
- 1 hr 9 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 29 min from Corvallis, OR
- 1 hr 33 min from Albany, OR
- 1 hr 46 min from Portland, OR
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Pacific City, OR
252 Reviews of 16 Pacific City Campgrounds
- 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.
ScoutTillamook 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.
- mmitzi M.
GuideBeverly Beach State Park Campground
Good place but potential for crowding
4 stars because ppl are packed in like sardines. Off season this place would be best.
This is August and of course there are lots of families with kids and adults seem to think it’s ok for them to scream around on bikes and e-bikes w/o any limits on speed and awareness of other people.However there are a few nature trails thru some unbelievable old growth forest that is mind numbing beautiful!!!
It’s close to the ocean, so you can walk.
The campgrounds are long and spread out, the lower letters a-c have the best spots if you love the ocean. Also better WiFi signals.
There are a few people who think that they own the spots I guess and can be up doing their thing like this guy. It’s got a big ram truck. It seems to be moving his truck just to move it this morning and then later on and it loud. It’s 6:30 AM light is flashing right in my eye. I’m trying to enjoy my coffee.
Take away the people in this place would be stellar
Good access to the town. It’s only about 7 miles away to get supplies, but it’s quiet with the exception of the people and the forest is lovely.
Guide to Pacific City
Equestrian enthusiasts seeking horse campgrounds near Pacific City, Oregon have multiple options within a 1-hour drive. The region sits at the junction of coastal forests and beaches, creating diverse terrain for trail riding. Winter months typically bring higher rainfall with muddy conditions on forest trails, while summer offers drier footing but more crowded beach access points.
What to do
Beach riding access: Nehalem Bay State Park Campground offers direct beach access for horseback riding. "Great dune area. Always horses riding on the beach too. Super neat experience," notes Jamie B. The park's position on a peninsula creates easy access to both bay and ocean riding.
Forest trail exploration: Mt Hebo Horse Trail Dispersed CampSite provides access to forest riding experiences. Located at higher elevation, it offers different terrain than coastal riding. "Has nice roads, and camp fire pit. Lots of room and flat ground," reports Jonathan U. Trail conditions vary seasonally with the best riding from late spring through early fall.
Group riding events: Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp hosts organized trail rides during summer months. "The campsites are horse friendly and the trails are absolutely gorgeous- it felt like being out in the wild," shares Sprunki R. The park's diverse trail system accommodates different riding skill levels.
What campers like
Proximity to beach access: Most horse campers value the short walk to shoreline riding areas. At Nehalem Bay, Karen L. appreciates that sites are "just a few minutes walk to the beach." The convenience lets riders maximize riding time rather than trailering to beach access points.
Mixed-use facilities: Tillamook State Forest Stagecoach Horse Camp offers both established sites and boondocking options. Terrell B. notes, "This area is a really nice area to explore with some elevation gain. There are some existing campfire rings along the road. Boondocking is allowed." The flexibility suits different camping preferences.
Seasonal availability: Different horse camps operate on varied schedules. "The campground is open from May 15 to September 30," for Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp, providing crucial planning information for equestrians. Off-season options exist at other facilities for year-round riders.
What you should know
Limited facilities: Most horse camps have basic amenities. At North Fork Trask, Braxton C. warns, "Nice and quiet back there other than locals and loggers through the night. Lots of trash too." Pack-in/pack-out principles apply at most sites.
Reservation requirements: Jones Creek operates on first-come, first-served basis. Katie C. shares, "The campsites are on a first come first serve basis and many of them are pretty big." During summer weekends, arriving by Thursday afternoon improves chances of securing a spot.
Weather considerations: Coastal horse camps experience significant seasonal changes. Winter brings heavy rain, while summer offers more reliable conditions. At Beverly Beach, Erik C. notes, "Beverly Beach is also popular for agate hunting along the gravel bars, particularly after big storms that uncover new stones," highlighting how weather affects the coastal environment.
Gate hardware awareness: Some horse corrals have hardware that requires inspection. Check all gate latches and closure mechanisms before stalling horses to prevent equipment entanglement issues.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming access: Jones Creek offers river recreation alongside horse camping. "The river is where it's at, folks are swimming, tubing and fishing dawn to dusk. Folks jumping off the bridge and having picnics," reports Aria R. This provides alternative activities for family members who don't ride.
Educational programs: Several parks offer ranger-led activities. "Nice educational programs for kids," mentions Kristen W. about Beverly Beach State Park. These programs typically run weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Noise considerations: Campground atmosphere varies by location and day of week. Katie C. notes at Jones Creek that "quiet hours are from 10pm-7am," which helps families with younger children plan for adequate rest between riding days.
Tips from RVers
RV sizing limits: Not all horse camps accommodate larger rigs. Edward Creek Learner's Loop has "plenty of space for trailers, motorhomes, and tents," according to Shelbi D., but other facilities have tighter access roads or smaller parking pads.
Hookup availability: Polk County Fairgrounds offers electric and water connections without sewer. Theresa R. explains, "Electricity 30 amp and water at the post. Dump station nearby." This arrangement works well for shorter stays while providing secure overnight parking.
Separation considerations: Some facilities separate horse camping from general camping. This arrangement reduces conflicts between equestrian and non-equestrian campers but can limit interaction between family members staying in different camping sections.
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