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Nehalem Falls Campground

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Emerald Ash Borer, a highly invasive insect, has been sighted in Oregon for the first time. Help contain this extremely damaging insect by following these firewood tips: - Buy locally harvested firewood at or near your destination. - Buy certified heat-treated firewood ahead of time, if available.

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Nehalem Falls Campground is located near Nehalem, Oregon, surrounded by forested terrain and the Nehalem River. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 40s to 70s Fahrenheit, depending on the season. Visitors can explore nearby Nehalem Bay State Park and the scenic Nehalem Falls, offering opportunities for hiking and nature observation.

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Location

Nehalem Falls Campground is located in Oregon

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Directions

From the junction of U.S. Highway 101 and State Route 53 drive east on SR 53 for 1.3 miles, turn south (right) on Miami Foley Road, travel 1 mile, turn east (left) on to Foss Road and travel 7 miles to the campground entrance on the left. Campground is located at milepost 7 on Foss Road.

Address

5005 3rd Street
Tillamook, OR 97141

Coordinates

45.72600076 N
123.77100018 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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Features

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  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • 30 Amp Hookups
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Reviewed Sep. 6, 2024

Group site rental mid week stay

This small campground is very far off the 101 so if you are looking for a coastal vibe this is not it. Deeply wooded, green, and beautiful. One side of the campground sits alongside Nehalem river access, on hot days this is a popular hangout so expect to see a lot of people. Vault toilets after a busy summer season were ammonia rich and hard to handle. Trash receptacles and potable water available. (Old school pump) I’ve heard that it stays wet enough back there that this campsite never really has a fire ban, but always check with the camp host, they also sell fire wood. First come first serve campsites Using reserve America online. Do Not confuse this campsite with Nehalem Bay State park when reserving.

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Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Oct. 26, 2020

"BEAUTIFUL"

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE, WILL FIT SOME SMALLER TOW BEHIND TRAILERS.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 3, 2019

Pretty campground / HORRIBLE experience!

The campground is beautiful, but our experience was HORRIBLE! Oh, and campsites are$20 a night now, and it's quite a ways in, down a very poorly kept, narrow, windy road, followed by gravel road at the end, and no cell service. 

Anyway... Every campground on the planet uses a piece of paper with a name and date on it to reserve camp sites, and everyone who has ever camped knows this, except people who camp or host at Nehalem Falls Campground. They don't take reservations, it's first come first served, and it takes a good 30 minutes to get there and back from Manzanita. So we drove all the way there in the morning for the sole purpose of securing a site for the night, picked a site, paid for it, put my proof of purchase in the clip on the site we chose, spoke with Cindy, the camp host both on the way in and on the way out, which was less than 5 minutes between, and even told her which site we had picked and paid for... only to return later to find our site OCCUPIED!!! 

The host Cindy said"it's because you didn't leave anything there". Uh yeah I did, I left my PROOF OF PURCHASE!!!!! SO RUDE! 

So we picked another site, which we actually ended up liking better than the first, camped, got up the next morning, paid for another night, put proof of purchase on clip AND made a sign out of a paper bag very clearly stating that this was our site for that day through next, put dates, etc in HUGE LETTERS so you could not possibly miss it. Also put a large branch across the front of the camp site entrance with a bright pink bin lid being held up by the branch. We car camp, as in no tent, we sleep in the car, that was literally ALL I HAD that I could"leave behind" while we went to play at the beach, oh except a bag full of magazines for starting a camp fire later. 

Got back that night and once again, someone had STOLEN our spot!!!! I asked them if they had my bin lid, they had no idea what I was talking about. So THE HOST STOLE MY BELONGINGS that I had left there very specifically so that others knew it was NOT available!!!! And IN WRITING no less! So we chose yet another spot which was small, loud, surrounded by people& barking dogs, slept-ISH and left early the next morning NEVER TO RETURN AGAIN. SO UNBELIEVABLY RUDE!!! AND THEIVES to boot! We actually cut our entire trip short and went home because there was nowhere else to camp, because they all fill up month's in advance. 

I wish the state parks were FCFS so you don't have to plan everything two+ months in advance and have zero option of changing plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do visitors say about their experience at Nehalem Falls Campground?

Visitors to Nehalem Falls Campground highlight its deeply wooded, green, and beautiful setting. Many appreciate the natural beauty and riverside location, noting that the Nehalem River access is a popular hangout spot on hot days. The campground's remote location appeals to those seeking a peaceful forest experience away from coastal crowds. Some mention challenges with the narrow, windy access road, which can be difficult to navigate. The camping experience varies by season, with summer bringing more visitors to the river area.

What facilities and amenities are available at Nehalem Falls Campground?

Nehalem Falls Campground offers a rustic camping experience with vault toilets and river access. This small, first-come, first-served campground charges a $20 per night fee. The campground can accommodate smaller tow-behind trailers, but is not suitable for large RVs. There's no cell service available, so plan accordingly. The beautiful setting alongside the Nehalem River provides natural amenities like swimming and fishing opportunities during warmer months.

Are there photos available to preview Nehalem Falls Campground before visiting?

Yes, photos of Nehalem Falls Campground are available online through various camping websites and forest service resources. These images typically showcase the wooded campsites, Nehalem River access points, and surrounding forest environment. Visual previews help potential visitors understand the campground's rustic nature and deeply forested setting. For the most current images, check the Siuslaw National Forest website or camping platforms like The Dyrt where users often share recent photographs of their stays.

Where is Nehalem Falls Campground located in Oregon?

Nehalem Falls Campground is located deep in the forest, quite far from Highway 101 on Oregon's coast. It sits alongside the Nehalem River in a densely wooded area. Access requires traveling down a narrow, windy road that eventually turns to gravel. The remote location offers a true forest experience rather than a coastal atmosphere, despite being in the general coastal region. The campground's secluded setting makes it ideal for those seeking to immerse themselves in Oregon's lush forest environment.