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Thousand Trails Whalers Rest

Thousand Trails Whalers Rest, near South Beach, Oregon, is a solid choice for campers looking for a mix of comfort and outdoor fun. With spacious sites that often come with concrete pads, it’s a great spot to set up your RV or pitch a tent without worrying about mud, even during rainy weather.

This campground is packed with amenities, including drinking water, electric hookups, and clean showers. Visitors have praised the friendly staff and the well-maintained facilities, making it easy to relax and enjoy your stay. One camper noted, “The showers were immaculate as was the campground,” which speaks volumes about the upkeep here.

For those who love the outdoors, there’s a walking trail that leads to the beach, perfect for a day of sun and surf. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to cross the highway to get there. Families will find plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained, and the wooded sites offer a nice bit of privacy.

While some campers mentioned that the RV sites can be a bit snug, the overall vibe is welcoming and friendly. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Thousand Trails Whalers Rest has the essentials to make your camping experience enjoyable.

Description

Thousand Trails

2020 Tripadvisor Hall of Fame! Whalers Rest RV Camping is a year-round RV campground on the Oregon Coast. Beach-goers will revel in the location of this preserve just 150 yards from the Pacific Ocean. Beachcombing, salt-water swimming, scuba diving, surfing, whale watching and fishing are all within minutes of the facility and are popular activities for visitors of the RV campground. On rainy days in the Oregon Coast, preserve visitors can enjoy the on-site indoor swimming pool and spa or visit the local Oregon Coast Aquarium. Land lovers take heart! Perhaps you'd enjoy playing pool, tennis, horseshoes, or playing a round of golf at a local course, trying your luck at the Chinook Winds Casino or visiting the Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum. Whalers Rest is an RV camping resort that truly has it all! At Whalers Rest RV Camping our staff is committed to making your stay as stress-free as possible. Just ask, and a member of our friendly team will be glad to assist you in getting around our beautiful RV campground in the Oregon Coast. Year-Round RV Campground on the Oregon Coast Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Whalers Rest RV & Camping Resort. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience. ______________________________________________________ Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all special activities and events are cancelled. In addition, amenities like the swimming pool, clubhouses, playground, and store are closed. Outdoor activities are open only to guests who bring their own recreation equipment (e.g. tennis/pickleball rackets, balls, golf clubs, volleyball). Otherwise they are closed.

Location

Thousand Trails Whalers Rest is located in Oregon

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Directions

From Portland/Salem: Follow I-5 southbound to Hwy 34 (just S of Albany). Go W on Hwy 34, then take Hwy 20 to Newport. At the Hwy 101 junction, proceed S approx 6 mi. Turn L on 123rd St (watch for official turn lane for 123rd St). The entrance to the resort is on the right. From Eugene: Follow I-5 northbound to Hwy 34 (just S of Albany). Go W on Hwy 34, then take Hwy 20 to Newport. At the Hwy 101 junction, proceed S approx 6 miles. Turn L on 123rd St (watch for official turn lane for 123rd St). The entrance to the resort is on the right.

Address

50 Southeast 123rd Street
South Beach, OR 97366

Coordinates

44.54872993 N
124.07148955 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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16 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2022

Plugged in but off grid

Great spot for kids filled with activities! 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. Tmobile and Verizon get no cell phone service in camp!

Site28
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed May. 8, 2022

Beautiful campground

This is a Thousand TrAils campground and well maintained. The campground is divided into a north and south side. We stayed on the south side with concrete pads that were nestled in between trees. We were here during significant rainfall and appreciated not being in mud. Most sites have trees or shrubs for privacy. The showers were immaculate as was the campground. Camp staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

Site12
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Ella T., May 8, 2022
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Ella T., May 8, 2022
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Ella T., May 8, 2022
Reviewed Nov. 8, 2021

Thousand trails campground

Very close to Newport. It has been raining very hard and the campground is not a mud hole. Most sites have concrete pads. Some even have cable TV. I will make this one of my go to places during the coming year

Site97
Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Aug. 24, 2021

Cozy Cabins

My parents, my fiancé and I shared a cabin here. 1 queen bed for my folks and bunks for us. Tight quarters but all the basics are covered.

SiteCabin 103
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jun. 26, 2021

Excellent spot!

We had a quick stay, but the RV sites were perfect for our family. Sites were wooded, private and staff was really friendly. Check in online was a plus.

Sitecan’t recall
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jun. 3, 2021

Perfectly Perfect

Great campsites friendly knowledgeable staff! We will be back. Just wish they had Wi-Fi....

Siteregular campsite
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Kathe M., June 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Kathe M., June 3, 2021
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Reviewed Dec. 4, 2020

Fantastic Campground

We stayed during the rainiest five days I’ve ever camped....but still had a great time. We were able to bike to town and the staff was fantastic.

Reviewed Sep. 8, 2020

Not recommended for tents

While this resort has a lot of amenities (none open during covid) and is close to Newport, it is not worth it if you are tent camping. The spots were all small and close to each other. AND it was $43. Way too expensive for the experience we had.

On the plus side: Staff was nice and bathrooms were clean.

I can't recommend the RV option because I don't have an RV, but I will say the spots look right and close to your neighbors.

Reviewed Aug. 13, 2020

Regular Old Thousand Trails

This place was just okay. The best part is its proximity to the gorgeous Oregon beach. We were able to ride our bikes right from the campground to the beach and then go for miles. The campground, however, is nothing special. The plethora of full-time campers really cheapens the place but that seems to be what you get at Thousand Trails these days.

Site37
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 6, 2020

It’s Fine... just fine.

Camping spots are sizable, poorly maintained, but sizable. Ours had a giant tire rut in front of it, which was just a huge mud pit the entire time we were there. Side from that, it was quiet, the staff was helpful and polite and even though the amenities were closed due to Covid they seemed well taken care of.

It is a bit difficult to navigate for longer rigs, but for the most part it’s an ok park for a short stay.

  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Josh H., July 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Josh H., July 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Josh H., July 6, 2020
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Reviewed Oct. 25, 2018

Worthy destination

Many amenities, but too few rest rooms. Our site was not large enough to accommodate our trailer and auto. Much construction work going on at main entersnce at the time of our stay. Were short handed several days so convenience store was not able to open. Campsites ok, but close. One way traffic nice.

Site#1
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Darlene R., October 25, 2018
Reviewed Oct. 11, 2018

Relaxing

We’ve been here a few times. It’s aleays very relaxing. The facility is clean, there is a nice workout room, two lodges with store, pool and hot tub and mini golf. Kids enjoyed playing on the playground and walking to beach from trail.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 19, 2018

Great

We absolutely love Whalers rest. Staff is awesome, so much to do, and located very near the ocean. Spent the whole winter on the coast and this by far was the best place.

Site69
Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Jun. 14, 2018

Great activities but mediocre sites

Whalers has some great amenities. The pool, mini golf, play ground and other fun games. I was disappointed with the quality of the sites including the size. Many sites you will need to be skilled at leaving your trailer. Also be very skilled at backing in as they can be at less then ideal angles. Cable and full dump sites are nice. Accra to the beach is a short walk and a quick dash across the highway. We did manage to find a spot that provided some privacy. But that was not the norm as we explored the campground.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Thousand Trails Whalers Rest by Josh K., June 14, 2018
Reviewed May. 2, 2018

Great Place to Camp

We love the Whaler's Rest. So many good areas for kids to play and the staff really does a great job planning activities for the whole family.

Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Thousand Trails Whalers Rest have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Thousand Trails Whalers Rest has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Thousand Trails Whalers Rest?

    Thousand Trails Whalers Rest allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Thousand Trails Whalers Rest?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Thousand Trails Whalers Rest, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Thousand Trails Whalers Rest have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Thousand Trails Whalers Rest does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Thousand Trails Whalers Rest?

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