Waxmyrtle Campground operates seasonally from late April through December, charging $22 per night for sites that accommodate RVs up to 85 feet. The Forest Service facility accepts reservations and sits along rough access roads that can challenge drivers unfamiliar with unpaved surfaces. Campers arrive by car or boat to find 58 sites spread across open terrain near the Siuslaw River.
The campground attracts a mix of tent campers and RV users, with many sites offering direct river access for fishing and kayaking. Dense coastal vegetation including salal separates most sites, though several spots along the main loop remain exposed to passing traffic. Mint notes that "thick vegetation between sites help muffle noise," while site 31 provides more privacy set back from the paved loop. The sound of nearby off-highway vehicles from adjacent camping areas carries across the campground during peak season, particularly noticeable in the early morning hours.
A 1.5-mile trail connects directly to the beach, giving campers access to coastal hiking and wildlife viewing areas. The Waxmyrtle Trail begins within the campground itself, winding through coastal forest to reach the ocean. Flush toilets and potable water stations serve the camping area, with shower facilities available at the neighboring campground for a small fee. Fire pits and picnic tables come standard at each site.
The rough access road requires careful navigation, especially for larger RVs, though the campground's big rig designation confirms most vehicles can manage the route. Sites near the water fill quickly during summer months, with Ken C. reporting "ample trailer parking" at beach access points. Cell service reaches most of the campground. For additional options in the region, campers can explore campgrounds outside Florence or pet-friendly camping areas around Siuslaw National Forest.
Description
Overview
Waxmyrtle Campground is located 8 miles south of Florence within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The campground is situated near the beach, several hiking trails, and a non-motorized section of open dunes. These nearby attractions, combined with excellent campground amenities, make Waxmyrtle an ideal camping destination. Waxmyrtle also borders the picturesque Siltcoos River Estuary, where wildlife viewing is a popular pastime for campers.
Recreation
The campground serves as the starting point for the Waxmyrtle Trail, which follows the Siltcoos River as it winds its way to the Pacific Ocean. Other nearby trails include the Lagoon Trail and the Chief Tsiltcoos Trail. Nearby off-road vehicle trails and open dune riding areas provide hours of fun for off-road enthusiasts.
Facilities
Camping is available from May 1 through September 30 and amenities include drinking water, a campground host, flush toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, recycling, and trash collection. Parking aprons are paved.
Natural Features
The campground is located near the Siltcoos River and is situated among shore pine, huckleberry, and other coastal shrubs and conifers. Many sites are surrounded by a thick wall of coastal shrubbery, providing ample privacy from neighboring sites. The campground is part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, which is known for its wind-sculpted sand dunes towering up to 500 feet above sea level.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 271-6000.
Nearby Attractions
Siltcoos Lake offers bass, cutthroat trout, and rainbow trout fishing. The Siltcoos off-highway vehicle staging area is located less than 1 mile west of the campground on the Siltcoos Beach Access Road.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundWaxmyrtle Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
From Florence, OR, travel seven miles south on Highway 101 to the Siltcoos Beach Access Road. Turn right onto the Siltcoos Beach Access Road and proceed one mile west to Waxmrytle Campground. Turn left (south) at the bridge; the campground entrance is across the bridge on the south shoreline of the Siltcoos River.
Coordinates
43.8752778 N
124.14417 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 4/27/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/27/26
AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/27/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 4/27/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/27/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/27/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 13 min from Eugene, OR
- 1 hr 39 min from Corvallis, OR
- 1 hr 49 min from Albany, OR
- 2 hrs 12 min from Salem, OR
