Sandbeach Campground
Sandbeach Campground is ideal for off-road vehicle lovers, with year-round access to nearly 1,100 acres of coastal sand dunes. The 81-site campground is part of the Sand Lake Recreation Area and home to a sand dune playground. Parking aprons are paved. Campground amenities include drinking water, flush toilets, campfire rings and an off-road vehicle loading ramp. All sites during the summer season (May-October) are reservations ONLY!! During the winter season (November-April) sites 2, 8, 12-14, 24-29, 38-46, 66, 70, 80-81 flood frequently and will not be available to reserve during this time.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 81 |
| Host/management | 41 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
81 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
Parking aprons are paved. Campground amenities include drinking water, flush toilets, campfire rings and an off-road vehicle loading ramp. There are 81 total sites, all of which are reservable during the peak season (May - October).
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Year round |
| Forest | Siuslaw National Forest |
| Booking | May-October, all campsites are by reservation only and must be reserved on recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. |
| Fees | $25 per night. Fees can be paid with a debit or credit card at the West Winds Fee Kiosk located at West Winds Day Use Area, purchased online at recreation.gov, or by scanning the QR code at the information kiosk using the free recreation.gov app. No cash accepted. |
| Rules | Camping Regulations Alcohol ban in OHV riding areas OHV Rules for Riding No OHV riding from midnight to 6 a.m. Campers in dispersed areas must have a portable toilet Metal detection policy |
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Getting there
To Access from Pacific City, OR: From Highway 101 take Brooten Road into Pacific City. Turn left onto Pacific Ave at the four way stop. Drive over the bridge and turn right onto Cape Kiwanda Drive. Follow Cape Kiwanda Drive for 2.3 miles and then bear left when it changes to Sandlake Road (County Road 871).
| Nearest town | Hebo, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 45.2842° N, 123.9556° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Safari Town Surf Shop ↗ | 20.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 52.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
- 8.7 miHebo Lake Day Use ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge begins about 7.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.7 miNestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 1,187 acres
- 12.3 miThree Arch Rocks Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Fish and Wildlife Service · 15 acres
- 12.5 miThree Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 8 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.
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Natural features
The climate has strong marine influences with cool summers and moderate winters. The Sand Lake Area includes 1,076 acres of open sand dunes, surrounded by forests, adjacent to the Pacific Ocean.
Recreation
Off-road vehicle riding is the primary attraction for campers. The nearby Sand Lake Estuary offers fishing, swimming, crabbing, kayaking, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The near-natural state of the 900-acre estuary provides a home to many species of waterfowl.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sandbeach Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Sandbeach Campground?
$25 per night. Fees can be paid with a debit or credit card at the West Winds Fee Kiosk located at West Winds Day Use Area, purchased online at recreation.gov, or by scanning the QR code at the information kiosk using the free recreation.gov app. No cash accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sandbeach Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Sandbeach Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Sandbeach Campground have?
122 sites, including 81 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sandbeach Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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 there showers or a dump station at Sandbeach Campground?
Campground amenities include drinking water, flush toilets, campfire rings and an off-road vehicle loading ramp.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Sandbeach Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sandbeach Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Sandbeach Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Camping Regulations Alcohol ban in OHV riding areas OHV Rules for Riding No OHV riding from midnight to 6 a.m.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Sandbeach Campground?
Off-road vehicle riding is the primary attraction for campers. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Sandbeach Campground?
Hebo, Oregon.
Source: Getting there
What if Sandbeach Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are East Dunes Campground (0.2 mi, partly first-come), West Winds Campground (0.2 mi), and Hebo Lake Campground (8.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby