Camping near Waldport, OR

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    The coastal town of Waldport, Oregon has several good camping options within a short drive. Sutton Campground gives you plenty of space between sites and lots of trees for privacy in the coastal forest. You'll find a quieter experience here compared to some of the busier state parks. Just up the coast, Beverly Beach State Park Campground sits close enough to the ocean that you can hear the waves, with walking paths that take you right to the beach. The campsites have trees between them and the bathrooms include hot showers. Both places fill up quickly in summer, so book ahead if you can. Many campers prefer visiting in spring or fall when there are fewer people and the weather is still decent. Watch for fire bans during dry periods, which happen fairly often. Most campgrounds in the area have a two-week maximum stay, and some activities might need permits. Pack out what you pack in and follow basic Leave No Trace practices to keep these coastal camping areas in good shape.

    Best Campgrounds near Waldport (132)

      1. Tillicum Beach Campground

      4.8(54)4mi from Waldport61 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We were only a few steps away from the path down to the beach and a short drive down to Yachats and the beautiful Cape Perpetua area or north to Waldport and Newport."

      "Located just south of Waldport in the slightly less crowded part of the coast. The park is located on the west side of Hwy. 101 above the ocean frontage."

      from $39 - $51 / night

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      2. South Beach State Park Campground

      4.2(93)13mi from Waldport324 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Your perfect home-away-from-home to explore all that the central Oregon coast has to offer. Miles of beaches are within walking distance or a short drive."

      "Walking distance to the beach. Ranger led activities in the summer."

      from $31 - $133 / night

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      3. Beachside State Recreation Site

      4.6(34)3mi from Waldport78 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "A gorgeous spot on the beautiful Oregon Coast just south of Waldport with spots for tents and RVs and access to an expansive and wide beach."

      "This is a smaller campground, but had water and electric hookups and nice restrooms with hot showers 😊 Easy short walk to the beach and one can easily walk south on the beach to Yahats, or north to Waldport"

      from $31 - $90 / night

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      4. Beverly Beach State Park Campground

      4.4(111)22mi from Waldport278 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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 $32 - $130 / night

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      5. Cape Perpetua

      4.5(31)10mi from Waldport40 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Definitely a popular place, but we managed to snag an amazing site next to a babbling creek, tucked down in trees and secluded from everyone else."

      "The Campground itself is tucked up into a canyon and has a nice stream running past each site.  "

      from $39 - $220 / night

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      6. Thousand Trails Whalers Rest

      4.2(19)9mi from WaldportRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "A walking trail to the beach however you do have to cross the highway! Most of the RV sites are quite small that barely fit their provided picnic table and firepit."

      "Kids enjoyed playing on the playground and walking to beach from trail."

      7. Seal Rocks RV Cove

      4.5(12)5mi from WaldportRVs, Tents

      "Since we were going to be here a month, we fiddled more than normal to position our 40’ 5th wheel into position. Otherwise, this is a fairly easy back-in."

      "However, our GPS wanted us to turn at Seal Rock St. which is on the other side of the CG and is actually the exit for the CG. Turn at NW Cross St. then swing left into the park."

      from $40 - $106 / night

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      8. Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek

      3.7(15)8mi from WaldportTents

      "There is almost nowhere to stay in the Newport/Oregon Coast areas, so this spot was a life saver! After you hit the dirt road, there are a few good but smaller pull off spots and a few bigger ones."

      "No service on the drive up but had a couple bars at my campsite. Beaver creek area was really cool, but the main trail was flooded out when I visited."

      9. Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park Campground

      4.7(34)18mi from Waldport66 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "1/2 mile walk to the beach. Clean, safe, and quietWell maintained campgrounds, as are all Oregon parks. Great reservation system. (California in comparison has a terrible website. What’s up CA?)"

      "This Oregon state park is one of the few Oregon state parks who don’t have reservations. It is a first come first come facility."

      from $32 - $89 / night

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      10. Waldport KOA

      3.9(11)2mi from WaldportRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We had nice fires and enjoyed our 10 days there with lots to do nearby. Waldport is okay, Head to Newport for restaurants and stuff."

      "This campground is located just on the north side of the Waldport bridge. It doesn't offer beach front access, but it is right on the river. With a short walk to the beach."

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    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 2, 2026

      Beverly Beach State Park Campground

      Absolutely the best place!

      This is by far a fantastic place to camp or use day ise for access to the semi private beach area along hwy 101 set between Depoe Bay and Newport. It offers sites with close beach access and has all commodities and state park offers. Showers, wood purchase availability, Volunteer run gift shop and park knowledgeable volunteers to provide a fun, relaxing, and gain knowledge from the local staff also. Enjoy! the Yurts in B loop are close to beach 🌟🌟

    • Vahste (.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 1, 2026

      Dispersed camping Siuslaw NF

      Secluded and beautiful

      Plenty of good pull offs all along the service road, and the road itself is really well maintained. Some spots have better phone service than others, obviously, and I found one with perfect service. Stayed two nights and saw maybe five total vehicles pass me by.

    • Travis A.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 1, 2026

      South Beach State Park Campground

      Cramped camping

      Very large campground next to Pacific Ocean. Not far from the town of New Port. The campground has a small store that sells ice, firewood, souvenirs. Offers frisbee golf, dirt and paved trails, walking distance to the beach. Restrooms with hot showers. Cons: Very crowded. If you have a large rig, you will want to find a spot on the outer edges. The outer edge campsites have longer driveways that are sla at an angle for backing in easier. The inner sites are shorter and not slanted which is a challenge backing in with tight cramped sites.

    • Thomas M.
      May. 18, 2026

      Creekside Retreat at Triangle Lake

      Rejuvenation Is Here

      This place was perfect for our little getaway we had. The glamping tents have everything you need, super comfortable bed, wood burning stove, utensils, plates, bedding, charger, lights, fans, hammock, party cooler, and a deck that walks out onto the water. It’s honestly amazing. 

      The hosts were fantastic and very welcoming. They made sure we were well taken care of. There’s also a communal pavilion with a grill, microwave, coffee, games, and a giant fire place. 

      If you have time, I would recommend a nice kayak around the lake and of course the Rock Slides which are natures water park.

      I was confused on the other review here that said no dogs in the tent, as I didn’t have that experience. They just prefer they don’t sleep on the furniture if they are dirty, which sounded reasonable to us. The facility and water ways was also immaculate. 

      This place was a dream come true, and we will definitely be back here for years to come. Great job!

    • Grant M.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 16, 2026

      South Jetty Sand Camping

      Sand Dune Hazard

      Warning ⚠️‼️ 4x4 is an absolute must here — and even then it can still get risky. We first took the wrong trail and ended up heading straight up a dune toward the beach after passing the staging area. We were in a Tacoma SR5 (not a TRD) with a rear diff lock and all-terrain tires, and we still almost got stuck digging into the dune climbing up. I was honestly worried that if we crested the top and dropped onto the beach, we may not have made it back out.

      Thankfully I was able to reverse back down the dune and return to the staging area. We talked with some guys there and finally figured out the correct trail to the camping area.

      Technically you do need a permit online. We paid for ours, although several people there claimed nobody ever checks and they never pay. Your call, your risk.

      We arrived late and were a little stressed trying to secure a spot before dark because I absolutely did not want to get stranded out there overnight needing recovery. I ended up walking about a quarter mile through the sand to Site #1 first to see if the route looked manageable. After checking it out, I felt confident enough from previous beach and snow driving experience to carefully work our way in.

      Even then, while we were there:

      • One group came asking for help after snapping the axle on their dune runner.
      • Another group was broken down in the staging area after their 4Runner’s 4WD system failed.

      So seriously — be careful and don’t get stranded out at these sites.

      In an emergency, you could probably sleep in the main parking/staging area that says “No Overnight Parking,” although there is a nearby host, so I wouldn’t count on it. To clarify, you are not actually on the beach, with ocean views here.

      Despite all that, I’d still stay again

    • mThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 14, 2026

      Thousand Trails Whalers Rest

      Great locaion!

      Hidden in the trees but leas than a 1 mile walk to the beach. Lost creek beach is quiet and tranquil. I asked for a pull through site so I wasn't under the trees. Very cramped. I would do a back in next time or tequest North Site.

    • Chelsea B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 9, 2026

      Harbor Vista Campground

      Perfect but infrastructure needs upgrade

      Of all the lane county Parker’s we’ve camped in, this one’s the best. LOCATION It’s just a few mins from Florence where you can get groceries and such. Stay away from the produce at the Safeway. And just about 20 mins from really amazing views, trails, and a lighthouse north of the campground. PARK INFRASTRUCTURE The bathrooms are great. Clean, newly renovated, hot water, and smells like cedar! I did look in the accessible bathroom and it hasn’t been updated so there’s no hand wand- it’s just a mist head. The layout is fantastic. Every site is private surrounded by vegetation. Half the sites have updated infrastructure and sewer hookups and half don’t. This was the biggest problem while staying here. On the weekend when the park is full, the electric infrastructure in the older part of the park (sites 14-31) can’t handle the load and it kept tripping our rig. We were able to move sites which helped but just warning. The caretaker did say that they plan on replacing and updating everything sometime next year. COMMON AREAS AND CABINS They have some really cute cabins for rent. I didn’t look inside but they sit right on the edge of the campground looking towards the river/ocean. The common areas are great. Swing set, picnic tables, viewing platforms to watch the sunset, fire rings, and there may have been a grill, I can’t remember. STAFF Loved the staff! We had a couple of things come up during our two week stay and the caretaker was so helpful and takes really good care of the place. Literally every tiny spot of bare grass had grass seed in it. That’s great attention to detail! RECOMMENDATIONS If you can get the spot on the far end of the park that looks at the ocean (sites 13), grab it! We wished we could have stayed there. Food- we tried a few places but highly recommend Chens Family Dish. If you have a paddle board, the high tide along the mouth of the river is the perfect spot to puddle about!

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 6, 2026

      Harbor Vista Campground

      Ocean views at Harbor Vista

      The campsites were all mostly very private. Our site at 31 was a little small but most of the others looked nice. New remodeled showers and bathroom. Great views of the sunset.

    • J
      May. 5, 2026

      Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park Campground

      Jessie honeyman campground

      I recommend everyone to go and camp at honeyman camp ground. This is an amazing place to go camping at. They multiple things to do there. And your entire family will not get bored lol. They keep everything extremely clean and they have showers and bathrooms. The campground is also rite next to the dunes for those of you that love riding Atv’s and side by sides. You can also go fishing and swimming and kayaking, boating, canoeing. It’s a non stop of fun


    Guide to Waldport

    Camping sites near Waldport, Oregon are positioned where the Siuslaw National Forest meets the Pacific Ocean, with campgrounds often positioned in both coastal and forested environments. Winter temperatures typically average 45°F while summer averages 65°F with significant coastal fog and mist even during summer months. Wind patterns along this stretch of coast can create challenging conditions for tent campers particularly during winter storms when gusts frequently exceed 50 mph.

    What to do

    Tide pooling at low tide: Cross Highway 101 from Seal Rocks RV Cove to access excellent tide pools. "Can't book online so you're required to reserve the old fashion way via telephone... And did I mention the beach is across the street?" notes S&P V. The area features abundant marine life including starfish, sea anemones, and small crabs.

    Hike to Heceta Lighthouse: A 6-mile trail from Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park takes you to this historic lighthouse. "Fabulous 6 mile hike to Heceta Lighthouse. A day spent at the Sea Lion Caves just up the coast," writes Laura H. The trail includes both forest and coastal sections with elevation gains of approximately 700 feet.

    Visit Thor's Well: Located near Cape Perpetua, this natural feature appears to drain ocean water into the earth. "There is a quarter mile trail through the woods that goes to the beach. The beach is gorgeous!! There are several other trails that you can take right from the campground," shares Kayko S. Best viewed 1-2 hours before high tide for most dramatic effects.

    What campers like

    Private sites with natural screening: Beachside State Recreation Site offers good separation between sites. "We tent camped and LOVED having bushes separate each tent site. Really enjoyed having privacy!" explains D Robert B. The native shore pines and salal provide natural wind barriers during coastal storms.

    Ocean views from campsites: Several campers praise the proximity to water at oceanfront campgrounds. At Tillicum Beach Campground, "Sites here are $34 for non-hookup sites, and if you can get one of the prime ocean view ones, it's well worth it. A lot of the other sites have somewhat of an ocean view as well," notes Laura M. These sites typically require reservations 6-9 months in advance.

    Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathrooms and showers. One visitor to Beverly Beach State Park Campground reports: "Bathrooms and showers were clean. Our site was not large enough to accommodate our trailer and auto." The Oregon State Park system maintains consistent standards for bathroom cleanliness with regular maintenance schedules.

    What you should know

    Road noise affects some sites: Highway 101 runs close to many coastal campgrounds. At Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek, a camper notes: "Very quiet, lovely views of the sky at sunset. The Beaver Creek park at the bottom of the forest road has a pit toilet and picnic tables for day use." This free dispersed camping option requires high-clearance vehicles on some sections.

    Seasonal availability varies: Many campgrounds have limited operating seasons. Cape Perpetua operates from May 15 to September 7, while others remain open year-round with reduced services in winter months.

    Weather conditions can change rapidly: Coastal fog, rain, and wind often occur even during summer. Pack appropriate layers and rain gear regardless of season. Morning fog typically burns off by mid-afternoon on clear days.

    Tips for camping with families

    Junior Ranger programs: Many state parks offer educational activities for children. At Carl G. Washburne Memorial, "They offer the Junior Ranger Program to occupy kiddos which is great!" according to Kelli B. These programs typically run weekends during summer and include nature walks and wildlife identification.

    Playground access: Some campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. South Beach State Park Campground has "a great walk path (paved) and easy access to the beach. This is a great campground and very kid friendly!!" mentions Brian P.

    Protected beach access: Look for campgrounds with direct, safe beach trails. "We loved staying here! Beautiful beach that is lovely at sunset and sunrise. Helpful and friendly hosts," shares Lauren Hannah G. about Beachside State Recreation Site. The beach access trails here are relatively flat and suitable for children.

    Tips from RVers

    Site size limitations: Many coastal campgrounds have limited space for larger rigs. At Tillicum Beach Campground, a camper warns, "Clean and very pleasant. Great views, best for tent campers. Very tight fit for medium to larger rigs." Most sites accommodate RVs up to 30 feet, with limited options for larger vehicles.

    Electrical hookups: Most developed campgrounds offer electric service, but amperage varies. "We had no problem fitting our 39' 5th wheel into the site easily enough... Site 18 is one of the better ocean view sites in the park and has a lot of privacy," notes MickandKarla W. about Seal Rocks RV Cove.

    Dump station access: Not all campgrounds provide on-site dump facilities. Check availability before arrival or plan to use facilities in nearby towns. Most charge $5-10 for non-campers.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the best time of year to go camping in Waldport, Oregon?

    Summer (June through August) offers the most reliable weather for camping around Waldport, with warmer temperatures and less rainfall. Late June through early September provides the best conditions for enjoying South Beach State Park Campground, where you can take advantage of ranger-led summer activities and better beach conditions. Early fall (September) can be excellent with fewer crowds while still enjoying mild weather. However, coastal weather is unpredictable year-round - even summer nights can be cool and windy. Winter camping at Alsea Falls offers a different experience with lush greenery but prepare for rain and possible storms. For any season, bring layers and rain gear as coastal weather can change rapidly.

    What amenities are available at Waldport Oregon campgrounds?

    Campgrounds near Waldport offer a range of amenities to suit different camping styles. Tillicum Beach Campground provides clean flush toilet bathrooms, fire pits, and direct beach access via short paths. For those wanting hookups, Port of Newport RV Park & Marina (a short drive from Waldport) offers full RV services and marina access. Most state park campgrounds in the area feature drinking water stations, picnic tables, and fire rings. Many coastal campgrounds provide hot showers, flush toilets, and electrical/water hookups for RVs. Some larger facilities like Thousand Trails Whalers Rest include additional amenities such as laundry facilities, recreation areas, and Wi-Fi. Most campgrounds are also pet-friendly, though leash rules apply.

    Where are the best camping areas near Waldport, Oregon?

    The Waldport area offers excellent coastal camping options. Beachside State Recreation Site is a favorite spot just south of Waldport, featuring spots for tents and RVs with direct access to an expansive sandy beach. For oceanfront camping, Tillicum Beach Campground provides stunning views with a convenient location between Waldport and Yachats. Inland options include Alsea Falls, part of a scenic byway connecting to Waldport. For those seeking more amenities, South Beach State Park is a short drive north near Newport, while Alder Dune Campground offers a peaceful forest setting near freshwater lakes. Most coastal campgrounds in this region provide easy beach access and are within a short drive to Waldport's services.