Loon Lake Recreation Site
The Bureau of Land Management's Loon Lake Recreation Site is located in the heart of Oregon's Coast Range at an elevation of 392 feet, just 20 miles east-southeast of Reedsport, Oregon. Loon Lake Recreation Site is one of the Coast Range's few recreation areas with a warm, sandy beach. The lake is perfect for swimming, fishing, boating, and other water activities. The site offers a campground and day use area, though visitors should note that there is no cell phone coverage in the area. Loon Lake Recreation Site's operating season is from Memorial Day weekend to September 30th. The Coos Bay District Office in North Bend, OR manages Loon Lake Recreation Site.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 42 |
| Walk-in | 5 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 51 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
51 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 58 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 002 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 46 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 003 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 69 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 004 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 005 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 006 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 007 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Tent only | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 008 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Tent only | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 009 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 010 | Sites 1-33 & T1-T5 | Standard | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 86 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Camping. $18.00 Single Site (up to 6 persons/ 1 vehicle). $36.00 Double Site (up to 12 persons/ 2 vehicles). $7.00 Additional Vehicle. (Online reservations may incur additional fees ). Day Use. $5.00 per vehicle. $3.00 Walk-In. $3.00 Boat Launch. NOTICE: Exact change is required. |
| Accessibility | Sites 028, 050 are listed accessible |
Loon Lake offers 53 campsites that accommodate tents, trucks, trailers, and/or RVs. All campsites contain a fire ring and picnic table. Most sites have a barbecue grill and/or tent pad. Double sites have two picnic tables and larger, or multiple, tent pads. In addition, the site contains flush toilet facilities, vault toilets, children's play area, day use picnic tables and barbecue grills, amphitheater, boat launch, and fishing dock.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From I-5 in Oregon, take the Drain Exit (#162) south of Cottage Grove. Travel 43 miles west on OR-38 W to Loon Lake Road, 4 miles west of Scottsburg. From US HWY 101 in Reedsport, travel 13 miles east on OR-38 E to Loon Lake Road. Watch for Loon Lake Recreation Site sign on OR-38 between mileposts 13 and 14.
| Nearest town | Reedsport, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.5972° N, 123.8403° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | RV Waste Disposal ↗ | 24.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Honeyman Nursery ↗ | 27.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Florence RV & Automotive Specialist ↗ | 31 mi |
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(4K UHD) REVIEWING EACH CAMPSITE @ Loon Lake Recreation Site Campground! | BLM | Oregon Co
Worth a stop
The Oregon Coast Range offers a myriad of exciting recreational activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving, tidepooling, expansive beaches, and wildlife viewing. BLM's Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area, also managed by the Coos Bay District Office, is a short drive from Loon Lake and offers visitors the chance to see one of Oregon's largest mammal, Roosevelt Elk, up close. Loon Lake is less than an hour from charming Winchester Bay on the Pacific Ocean. The town of Reedsport is just 20 miles away and lies near the confluence of three rivers, including the scenic Umpqua and Smith rivers. Reedsport is the gateway town to the vast Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, where visitors enjoy hiking, paddling, wildlife viewing, camping, picnicking, sand play, beach access, and OHV riding.
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Public land it sits in
Devil's Staircase Wilderness begins about 4.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.8 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.
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Natural features
Loon Lake Recreation Site is situated in the Coast Mountain Range in southwestern Oregon. Douglas-fir, western hemlock, red alder, and bigleaf maple trees forest this beautiful site and offer an abundance of shade. The forest understory features a host of native plants including rhododendron, salal, salmon berry, thimble berry, vine maple, trailing blackberry, and several fern species. A diverse variety of bird life, from the seldom seen Marbled Murrelet and Spotted Owl, to the ever-present Steller's Jay and Osprey, frequent this area. Signs of larger animals, such as raccoon, bear, elk, deer, and bobcat are evident. Loon Lake is part of the Umpqua River watershed that drains water from the Coast Range to the Pacific Ocean. Formed by a landslide of large sandstone blocks and boulders, Loon Lake is a naturally dammed lake that covers 260 acres, is 2 miles long, and 190' deep.
Recreation
Loon Lake is a family-oriented recreation site, treasured by locals for generations. The site offers a myriad of recreational opportunities, including camping, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, swimming, and water play. Visitors can also enjoy relaxing on the warm, sandy beach. Other popular activities at Loon Lake include picnicking, hiking, birding, horseshoe tossing, and barbecuing. Campsites have paved parking pads and ample shade from old growth trees. The day use area boasts picnic tables, barbecue grills, swim area, fishing dock, and boat launch. A short, 1/4 mile trail to a waterfall on Elliott State Forest land begins at the south end of the day use area and takes hikers through a quiet and serene segment of old growth forest.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Sites at Loon Lake Recreation Site are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Camping. $18.00 Single Site (up to 6 persons/ 1 vehicle). $36.00 Double Site (up to 12 persons/ 2 vehicles).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Loon Lake Recreation Site have?
52 sites, including 42 standard sites without power, 5 walk-in sites, and 4 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. 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 Loon Lake Recreation Site?
In addition, the site contains flush toilet facilities, vault toilets, children's play area, day use picnic tables and barbecue grills, amphitheater, boat launch, and fishing dock.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Yes, pets are allowed at Loon Lake Recreation Site. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Sites 028 and 050 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 Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Loon Lake is a family-oriented recreation site, treasured by locals for generations. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Loon Lake Recreation Site?
Reedsport, Oregon. The Oregon Coast Range offers a myriad of exciting recreational activities, including hiking, fishing, scenic driving, tidepooling, expansive beaches, and wildlife viewing.
Source: Getting there
What if Loon Lake Recreation Site is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are East Shore Campground Or (0.6 mi), Eel Creek Campground (17.3 mi), and Spinreel (18.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby