Best Dispersed Camping near Rockaway Beach, OR

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Rockaway Beach, Oregon (15)

    1. Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

    16 Reviews
    Tillamook State Forest, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 357-2191

    "Accessible through the Jones Creek campground turn off, continue up the forest roads past the OHV staging area and you’re in paradise!"

    "My mistake, these coordinates took us to the top of the mountain. It is currently an active logging area, so the truckers are out at 3am. The road up was a very narrow road."

    2. Scenic Overlook Dispersed Camp near Foley Creek

    3 Reviews
    Wheeler, OR
    9 miles

    "Definitely quite the long and slow drive up a narrow backcountry road - steep in sections but overall quite manageable."

    "It’s just past a river around a bend when heading east on the south side. You’ll see signs off the pavement for Cook Creek campground. Keep on driving up staying on the main road."

    3. Siuslaw National Forest Dispersed Camping

    4 Reviews
    Beaver, OR
    21 miles
    Website

    "This is for dispersed camping in the Siuslaw NF off Forest Road 55, off 101. Turn into 55 from 101 between Thor’s Well and Devil’s Churn."

    "If it's dry then there is even more room. There was plenty of firewood but we had to get the fire going before burning the wet stuff."

    4. Trask River Campsites

    3 Reviews
    Tillamook, OR
    22 miles

    "River access and a fire pit. Dirt bike parking adjacent but pretty private."

    "There are 3 easy to find campsites, very easy to find and access. 2 or 3 miles before the gravel road was a commercial campground with a store and very friendly folks inside."

    5. South Lake

    16 Reviews
    Beaver, OR
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 750-7000

    "South Lake is fairly small, I consider it more of a pond to be honest, but a great place for disperse camping. The quickest drive in is a bit sketchy."

    "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. other than that, it's a great site with nice pullouts and camping for"

    6. North Fork Trask

    1 Review
    Tillamook, OR
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 842-2545

    "I saw a total of 3 designated dispersed camping sites along this road. But there were a ton of pull offs along the river."

    7. Derrick Road Dispersed Camping Area

    2 Reviews
    Beaver, OR
    21 miles
    Website

    "Other than that it’s a really great quite, cheap spot that has a huge sand dune right next to it."

    8. Dispersed Camping Near Pioneer-Indian Trail in Siuslaw National Forest

    5 Reviews
    Beaver, OR
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 750-7000

    "There’s a pretty decent sized gravel turnout… It’s the only big gravel turn out like this on this part of the road … you’ll see what looks like a logging road with a steep decline."

    "We found this dispersed site by driving on Mt. Hebo Road about 20 minutes past Hebo Lake Campground."

    10. Hebo Road

    1 Review
    Beaver, OR
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 815-1100

    "Lots of trash, long drive, and sort of busy. Multiple sites available as you go up. Pretty spot though."

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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Rockaway Beach, OR

54 Reviews of 15 Rockaway Beach Campgrounds



Guide to Rockaway Beach

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Rockaway Beach, Oregon, where nature lovers can find serene spots away from the crowds. With a variety of locations offering unique experiences, you can enjoy the great outdoors while embracing the freedom of camping without the constraints of traditional campgrounds.

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Top Attractions for Dispersed Campers

  • The Siuslaw National Forest Dispersed Camping area is known for its incredible wildlife and old-growth forests, providing a fantastic backdrop for hiking and nature photography.
  • Explore the unique terrain of the Derrick Road Dispersed Camping Area, where you can enjoy the vast sand dunes and the thrill of nearby ATV trails.
  • The North Fork Trask area is perfect for those looking to hike and discover hidden gems in the forest, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Rockaway Beach, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Rockaway Beach, OR is Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping with a 4.4-star rating from 16 reviews.

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