Eel Creek Campground
Eel Creek Campground sits among coastal shrubbery on the edge of the sandy dunes within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The campground provides a peaceful and attractive atmosphere for hikers and birders. The most popular non-motorized trail here is the John Dellenback Dunes Trail, which guides hikers through the scenic dunes to the Pacific beach. This section of dunes features spectacular heights and stunning, expansive vistas.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 47 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 54 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
49 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | ||
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 11 | Standard | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 12 | Standard | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 13 | Standard | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Full | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 54 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground is divided into a north loop and a south loop. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings. A campground host is available and an amphitheater sits between the two loops. This campground has 51 reservable sites.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Year Round |
| Forest | Siuslaw National Forest |
| Booking | All Eel Creek campsites require a digital reservation and payment. |
| Fees | Camping: $22 per night for single unit, two vehicle limit Day use: $5/Day/Vehicle |
| Rules | Camping Regulations |
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Getting there
From Reedsport, Oregon travel south for 10 miles to Eel Creek Campground. The campground entrance is located on the right (west) side of Highway 101 near mile post 222.
| Nearest town | Reedsport, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.5884° N, 124.1867° 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 Waste Disposal ↗ | 15.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Honeyman Nursery ↗ | 25 mi |
| RV sales & service | Florence RV & Automotive Specialist ↗ | 29.1 mi |
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Explore
Video
Video Tour of Eel Creek North Loop Campground, Oregon (PNCVT)
Worth a stop
Visit Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, which features a historic lighthouse, camping, and hiking trails around Lake Marie. The Umpqua River Lighthouse stands on the site where the first lighthouse on the Oregon Coast was built in 1857. The current lighthouse dates back to 1890. Boating and fishing are available at Tenmile Lake and Eel Lake.
- 1.1 mi
- 3.3 mi
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miJohn Dellenback Dunes ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miJohn Dellenback Dune2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miHall Lake Loop0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miSchuttspelz East Trail0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miSchuttpelz Lake Trail ↗0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 mi10 Mile OHV Trail0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miJohn Dellenback Dunes 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 13.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.1 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
- Umpaqua River Light HouseStructure · Winchester Bay · 5.1 mi
- US Coast Guard Station–Umpqua River, Administration and Equipment BuildingsBuilding · Winchester Bay · 5.2 mi
- Umpqua River Bridge No. 01822Structure · Reedsport · 9.4 mi
Natural features
Most sites are secluded and private due to dense shrubbery like rhododendrons and salal. Sites 7, 8, 42, and 43 are perched on the sand of the dunes. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is known for its wind-sculpted sand dunes towering up to 500 feet above sea level.
Recreation
The John Dellenback Dunes Trail takes hikers on a 2.7-mile (one way) trek from a conifer forest across the open dunes to the beach at the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, hikers will be treated to expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This hike makes for an incredible workout, due to tall dunes and soft sand. Quality wildlife watching is also available at the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Eel Creek Campground?
Sites at Eel Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. All Eel Creek campsites require a digital reservation and payment. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Eel Creek Campground?
Camping: $22 per night for single unit, two vehicle limit Day use: $5/Day/Vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Eel Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Eel Creek Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year Round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Eel Creek Campground have?
52 sites, including 47 standard sites without power and 2 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Eel Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 54 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 Eel Creek Campground?
Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Eel Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Camping Regulations
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Eel Creek Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Eel Creek Campground?
The John Dellenback Dunes Trail takes hikers on a 2.7-mile (one way) trek from a conifer forest across the open dunes to the beach at the Pacific Ocean. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Eel Creek Campground?
Reedsport, Oregon. Visit Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, which features a historic lighthouse, camping, and hiking trails around Lake Marie.
Source: Getting there
What if Eel Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Spinreel (1.6 mi), Umpqua Sand Camping (3.2 mi), and Hauser Sand Camping (7.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby