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Tyee Campground

Tyee Campground, near Dunes City, Oregon, is a cozy spot that offers a laid-back camping experience right by the water. With a handful of sites, it’s perfect for those who appreciate a quieter atmosphere while still being close to plenty of outdoor activities.

The campground features picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to enjoy meals and evenings around the fire. Visitors have noted the friendly vibe among campers, with many appreciating the spacious sites that provide a bit of privacy. As one camper mentioned, “All the campers were so friendly and quiet,” which adds to the overall charm of the place.

If you’re itching to explore, you’re in luck! Tyee Campground is just a short drive from the stunning Oregon coast, where you can find dunes, hiking trails, and even tide pools teeming with marine life. Plus, there’s a public dock nearby for fishing, so you can cast a line and enjoy the serene surroundings.

While the campground doesn’t offer a lot of frills, it’s a great base for adventurers looking to soak up the natural beauty of the Siuslaw National Forest and the coast. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Tyee Campground has a welcoming atmosphere that makes it a solid choice for your next camping trip.

Description

National Forest

Siuslaw National Forest

Overview

Tyee Campground, located 6 miles south of Florence, is part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The small campground sits on the northern banks of the Siltcoos River near the Siltcoos Lake outlet. Many campers bring kayaks for paddling up and down the river. This is a great campground for kids to play and anglers to try their luck from the riverbank.

Recreation

Hikers can enjoy expansive nearby beaches and explore dune formations above the Siltcoos River. Meanwhile, anglers have a chance to catch coho salmon and bird watchers can view a variety of shorebirds and waterfowl.

Natural Features

A few sites are secluded by coastal shrubbery and other sites are located in an open meadow alongside the water. The Siltcoos River flows west past the campground, starting its journey at the 3,164-acre Siltcoos Lake and emptying into the Pacific Ocean. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area boasts the largest coastal dunes system in North America. Roosevelt elk, panfish, and bald eagles are just some of the wildlife that live in this area.

Nearby Attractions

Boating is available at Tahkenitch Lake, Siltcoos Lake, and Siltcoos River. Off-road vehicle riding trails weave along the nearby dunes at South Jetty.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 271-6000.

Charges & Cancellations

Campsites that are not occupied after 24 hours of arrival time will be considered as a "no show" and sites will be released for others to reserve. If campers will be arriving after 24 hours of their arrival time, they are encouraged to call the ranger station at 541-271-6000 to let staff know.

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Location

Tyee Campground is located in Oregon

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Directions

From Florence, OR, travel south on Highway 101 for six miles to Pacific Avenue. Turn left onto Pacific Avenue and travel approximately 100 feet. The campground entrance is located on the right (south) side of Pacific Avenue.

Coordinates

43.884544 N
124.120384 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2022

Small and quiet close to nearby attractions

Pros: This campsite is small (a handful of spots) mostly quiet near a river. There is a nearby public dock for fishing. Close (driving <15 minutes) to dunes, hiking, ocean and town. So much to do along the nearby coast! Saw: sea lions, bald eagles, whales just off shore and the kids loved the great tide pool areas a little north of Florence!

Cons: The camp is very near the highway, though not a busy one--you can hear cars. Several of the spots were open and roomy, ours was not (#7) and had little space for anything other than the tent. Pit toilets means no handwashing-- though the TP was well stocked for most of our three days. There are several spigots for running water that have signs posted for "no dishwashing" which was puzzling.

Overall, small camp without bells and whistles (unlike the ginormous Honeyman State Park across the highway) but feels private/uncrowded. Not much to do in camp (if that's important to you or if you have small kids) but so close to lots of nearby attractions.

That's about it! Thanks Tyee Campground, we enjoyed our stay!

Site#7
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Tyee Campground by Vanessa F., July 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Tyee Campground by Vanessa F., July 11, 2022
Reviewed Jun. 30, 2021

Time of Our Life

Arrived in Florence to find no availabilities. Finally found Tyee and checked availabilities. One couple was leaving early and gave us their spot. We reserved the other days on line. As you can only reserve on line here. It is right on the river with plenty of shade and comfort. Spacious sites with table and fire pit. All the campers were so friendly and quiet. Restrooms were even pretty clean. No on site host at this time. But everything worked out great.

Site14
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jul. 28, 2020

Situated nicely on the water

Nice spot on the water for some peaceful nature. Still has some road noise, but was easy to find a spot on the first come fist serve basis. $22 as advertised.

  • Review photo of Tyee Campground by Nate B., July 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Tyee Campground by Nate B., July 28, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Tyee Campground?

    Tyee Campground allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Tyee Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Tyee Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Tyee Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is poor.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Tyee Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Tyee Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Tyee Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Tyee Campground?

    There are 14 campsites at Tyee Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts