Tahkenitch Campground
Tahkenitch Campground is a beautiful camping destination located in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, 8 miles north of Reedsport. The campground offers some very secluded sites surrounded by local coastal shrubbery, with some other sites that are more open. Three hiking trails can be accessed next to the campground, leading to Threemile Lake and the Tahkenitch Dunes. Across the road is Tahkenitch Lake. The name Tahkenitch means "lake of many fingers." Fishing here can be relaxing and rewarding.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 13 |
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
| Host/management | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Tent only | Pull-through | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |||
| 02 | Tent only | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 03 | Tent only | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 04 | Tent only | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 05 | Tent only | Pull-through | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 21 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 08 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |||
| 09 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |||
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 17 | Paved | Full | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 29, 31 are listed accessible |
This facility has 23 campsites and 1 host site. The campground is equipped with campfire rings, drinking water, flush toilets, and picnic tables. Parking aprons are paved and the nearest waste station is at Honeyman State Park, about 10 miles north of campground. No electric hookups are available.
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. All Tahkenitch Landing campsites require a digital reservation and payment. |
| Fees | Camping: $22 per night for single unit, two vehicle limit Day use: $5/Day/Vehicle or valid recreation pass. |
| Rules | Camping Regulations |
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Getting there
From Reedsport: Drive north for 8 miles on Highway 101. The campground entrance is on the west (left) side of the highway. From Florence: Drive south for 14 miles on Highway 101. The campground entrance is on the west (right) side of the highway.
| Nearest town | Reedsport, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.7958° N, 124.1490° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and 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.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | RV Dump Station ↗ | 9.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Honeyman Nursery ↗ | 10.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Florence RV & Automotive Specialist ↗ | 14.7 mi |
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Video
Video Tour of Tahkenitch Campground, Oregon (PNCVT)
Worth a stop
The campground is a few miles from off-road vehicle trails on the dunes.
- 10.6 mi
- 11.4 miSiuslaw Vista Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miTahkenitch Dunes Trail ↗1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.1 miThree Mile Lake North3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miTahkenitch Creek3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miTahkenitch-Three Mile Tie Trl1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.6 miOregon Dunes Trail0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.6 miOregon Dunes Loop Trail4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- under 0.1 miTahkenitch Dunes - Threemile Lake North Trailhead ↗Siuslaw National Forest
- 1.2 miTahkenitch Creek 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
Devil's Staircase Wilderness begins about 9.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 9.8 miDevil's Staircase Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 30,787 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
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- US Coast Guard Station–Umpqua River, Administration and Equipment BuildingsBuilding · Winchester Bay · 9.5 mi
- Umpaqua River Light HouseStructure · Winchester Bay · 9.6 mi
Natural features
The campground is within reach of coastal forests, expansive dunes, Tahkenitch Lake, and the Pacific Ocean. Many sites are heavily wooded and secluded, separated by a thick understory. Douglas fir and wild berries can be seen throughout the campground. The lake spans 1,674 acres. Roosevelt elk, pelicans, sea lions, and bald eagles are just some of the wildlife that live in this area.
Recreation
The adjacent day use area serves as the trailhead for Tahkenitch Dunes Trail, Threemile Lake Trail, and Threemile Lake South Trail. All three trails are good for sand play and scenery. Tahkenitch Dunes Trail goes through a mile of conifer forest, opening onto the dunes with views of the ocean. The trail then enters a smaller stand of shore pine and completes its journey at the Pacific Coast. Boating and fishing are popular at nearby Tahkenitch Lake. Fishing may yield cutthroat and steelhead trout, largemouth bass, and yellow perch.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tahkenitch Campground?
Sites at Tahkenitch 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 Tahkenitch Campground?
Camping: $22 per night for single unit, two vehicle limit Day use: $5/Day/Vehicle or valid recreation pass.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tahkenitch Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Tahkenitch Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year Round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Tahkenitch Campground have?
30 sites, including 13 tent-only sites and 11 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Tahkenitch Campground?
The longest site here provides 50 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 Tahkenitch Campground?
The campground is equipped with campfire rings, drinking water, flush toilets, and picnic tables.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Tahkenitch Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Camping Regulations
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Tahkenitch Campground?
Sites 29 and 31 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Tahkenitch Campground?
The adjacent day use area serves as the trailhead for Tahkenitch Dunes Trail, Threemile Lake Trail, and Threemile Lake South Trail. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Tahkenitch Campground?
Reedsport, Oregon. The campground is a few miles from off-road vehicle trails on the dunes.
Source: Getting there
What if Tahkenitch Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tahkenitch Landing (0.3 mi), Carter Lake (4.2 mi), and Waxmyrtle Campground (5.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby