Horse Creek Campground
This is a horse camp alone the Cape Mountain Trails.
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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Equestrian | 11 |
| Shelters | 1 |
Site guide
12 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Equestrian | None | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 2 | Equestrian | Pull-through | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 3 | Equestrian | Back-in | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 4 | Equestrian | Pull-through | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 5 | Equestrian | Back-in | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 6 | Equestrian | None | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 7 | Equestrian | Back-in | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 8 | Equestrian | Back-in | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 9 | Equestrian | Back-in | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| A | Shelter | None | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
10 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Year Round |
| Forest | Siuslaw National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. |
| Fees | Camping: $17/Night for single unit, $10/Night for extra vehicle. Day use: $9/Day/Vehicle. All prices are subject to local taxes. |
| Rules | Camping Regulations. Weed Free Feed Required. 8 person limit. Metal detection policy |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Florence, Oregon travel north 10.5 miles on Highway 101. Turn east (right) onto Forest Road #58 (Horse Creek Road) and travel 4.7 miles
| Coordinates | 44.1071° N, 124.0922° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMarys Peak Rx
39 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 6.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Florence RV & Automotive Specialist ↗ | 7.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Honeyman Nursery ↗ | 11.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Video
Horse Creek Campground Aerial View w/ Site reference [Feb 2026]
Worth a stop
- 5.7 miOcean Beach Day Use ↗Day use
- 10.3 miSiuslaw Vista Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miBerry Cr. (cape Mtn. Trail)2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miHorseshoe Ln (cape Mtn. Trail)1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miPrinces Tasha (cape Mtn.trail)0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miScurvy Ridge (cape Mtn. Trail)2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miWapati (cape Mtn. Trail)1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miNelson Ridge (cape Mtn Trail)3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.9 miBaker Beach Trailhead ↗Siuslaw National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Siuslaw National Forest begins about 1 mile away, and it is the closest of these.
- 1 miSiuslaw National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 835,600 acres
- 3.8 miRock Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,273 acres
- 8.1 miCummins Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 9,026 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Cape Creek Bridge No. 01113Structure · Heceta Head · 2.3 mi
- Heceta Head Lighthouse and Keepers QuartersBuilding · Florence · 2.8 mi
- Big Creek Bridge No. 01180Structure · Heceta Head · 4.8 mi
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Horse Creek Campground?
Sites at Horse Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Horse Creek Campground?
Camping: $17/Night for single unit, $10/Night for extra vehicle. Day use: $9/Day/Vehicle. All prices are subject to local taxes.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Horse Creek Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Horse Creek Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year Round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Horse Creek Campground have?
12 sites, including 11 equestrian sites and 1 shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Horse Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Horse Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Horse Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Horse Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Camping Regulations.
Source: Fire nearby
What if Horse Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Baker Beach Campground (1.9 mi, first-come), Alder Dune (2.7 mi), and Sutton Campground (3.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby