Cabins near Reedsport sit along Oregon's central coast at the confluence of the Umpqua River and Pacific Ocean. Winter temperatures range from 35-55°F while summer averages 50-70°F with frequent coastal fog. Most cabin locations remain open year-round with higher occupancy during summer months and weekends when advanced reservations become essential.
What to do
Sand dune access: Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park offers direct access to Oregon Dunes, where visitors can rent sand boards for $10 daily. "Great campground. Pretty busy so not much privacy so if you're looking for seclusion this isn't it. Really close access to the sand dunes and we rented sand boards for $10 a day and had a blast sand boarding," reports Carson C.
Fishing and crabbing: Winchester Bay RV Resort provides waterfront sites where you can fish right from your campsite. "We were able to cast our crab snares right off the back of our site and limit out. Park has a nice walking path that goes around the outside along the bay," shares Dean.
Hike around coastal lakes: Take the one-mile loop trail around Lake Marie at Umpqua Lighthouse State Park. "Beautiful southern coast campsite. The Umpqua Lighthouse is lovely. Museum and tours are great. Souvenir shop is unique and staff all over the park are informative and friendly. 1 mile hiking trail around Lake Marie is pretty and easy," notes Laura H.
Kayak on Ten Mile Lake: Rent kayaks and paddle craft at Osprey Point RV Resort on Ten Mile Lake. "Nice campground, people are friendly, bathrooms are clean. It has boats and bikecar things to rent. Store closed kinda early for the rentals though," states Charlott K.
What campers like
Proximity to local attractions: Thousand Trails South Jetty provides convenient access to multiple coastal activities. "This is a typical Thousand Trails and was a bit of a challenge to navigate. Narrow roads and hard to find a space. We did enjoy the location and its proximity to the dunes and the beautiful coast of Oregon," according to Marnie G.
Clean facilities: William M. Tugman State Park maintains high standards for their bathrooms and showers. "The bathrooms were cleaned very frequently, which I found comforting given there's a pandemic. The beach and trails around the lake were nice and there's also another cute lake with a 1 mile loop trail nearby (Lake Marie)," writes Kendra L.
Lake fishing opportunities: William M. Tugman State Park offers accessible fishing from their dock. "Lots of loops for Sam to ride her bike, trails around Eel Lake to hike (beautiful!), kayak and paddleboard rentals (didn't get a chance to do that), a dock to fish off (lots of fish to catch there), and a nice kids' playground," says Melissa L.
Walking distance to towns: Port of Siuslaw Campground & Marina allows visitors to walk to Florence's shops and restaurants. "This place is perfect for exploring Florence. Old Town is just a two-minute walk, with lots of restaurants, shops, and galleries. There is also a Safeway just a 15-minute walk away," notes Franki A.
What you should know
Weather patterns: Sunset Bay State Park experiences unique coastal fog patterns. "This park is located in the beautiful Cape Arago area of the South-Central Oregon coast. The geography of the area is dominated by Coos Bay, a small sound that surrounds Cape Arago by water on three sides... Because there's so much cold water around, it cools the air close to the ground, colder than the air above it in the heat of summer," explains John B.
Reservation requirements: Cabins throughout the Reedsport region require advance booking, particularly during peak seasons. "We flew into Oregon and drove down the coast from Portland. Tugman is more towards the southern end of the Oregon Coast but in and around the Oregon Dunes area. Very nice facilities and we stayed in a yurt there... pro tip—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," advises Robena M.
Campsite sizes vary: Consider your camping setup when booking. "Notice the asphalt spaces were not very level. Most RV/Campers had to use blocks to level out. Very woods sites and all spaces shaded," points out Cindy U. at William M. Tugman State Park.
Cell service limitations: Internet connectivity varies by location. "We had NO Verizon connection and limited Starlink connectivity — the beautiful tall trees obstruct the satellite visibility. Great place for a long stay if you don't need to reach the outside world," says Sarah about Sunset Bay State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated play areas: Select campgrounds with facilities for children. "The campground has a nice small loop with a hill that the kids loved to ride their bikes around and zoom by our site. The bathrooms were clean and because of its location, it had few cars driving through, leaving the road open for kids to do what kids do," recommends John H. about Umpqua Lighthouse State Park.
Consider yurt accommodations: Bay Point Landing offers premium alternatives to tent camping. "Can't say enough good things about Bay Point. Modern, clean, well designed cabins + airstream rentals, amazing amenities, bay/beach/water facing. This is the future of RVing," explains Janice.
Pack for variable weather: Coastal temperatures fluctuate significantly regardless of season. "We stayed at site 76. The campground was big and a little to loud. There are yurts to stay in but you have to reserve them. There are no bugs but lots of crows which were loud," notes Zoe S. about Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park.
Select appropriate site locations: Review campground maps before booking. "We were at site 32 - nearby the bathrooms, which were very clean and had a great sink outside which was useful for cleaning camp dishes as I was car camping. I loved the 1 mile loop around the lake, totally covered in huckleberries in August," shares Lainey P. about Umpqua Lighthouse State Park.
Tips from RVers
Utility placement matters: Check hookup locations when selecting sites. "The sites are nice length and width. We had a back up site, with the water 50' away. Worth the premium. Utilities well placed," advises Patrick J. about Bay Point Landing.
Level site considerations: Many coastal campgrounds require leveling equipment. "Decent park that is pretty quiet and has a laid-back staff. WiFi is terrible, which seems to be par for the course for RV parks. Only complaint is that the sites are really squeezed in and the lanes are very narrow," notes Chris D. about Osprey Point RV Resort.
Loop selection impacts experience: Different campground sections offer varying amenities and privacy. "We snagged a no-show site here on the 4th of July. 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," reports Amber B. about William M. Tugman State Park.
Weather preparedness: Wind conditions affect coastal camping comfort. "Definitely a glamping experience that you pay for, but they have included all the bells and whistles. Pool, weight room, great lounge areas, but since it's Covid time, we were a bit reluctant to use all the facilities. Management is top notch, especially the gentleman driving the cart delivering wood and checking the sites. And the WIFI worked great, that's a big bonus. We stayed 5 nights, the first two were windy as heck which made it difficult to even leave the RV," explains Christy S.
