Cape Perpetua
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens March 8, 2026 and operates through September 22, 2026. Reservations available through Recreation.gov, with some sites available first-come, first-served.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Cascade Head Road (FSR 1861) Closure Feb. 23 - March 31, 2026
The Siuslaw National Forest has issued a closure order to restrict pedestrian, bike and other foot traffic on Forest Service Road (FSR) 1861, also known as Cascade Head Road, beginning on February 23 through March 31, 2026. Additionally, a separate Forest Order prohibiting motor vehicles along FSR…
Cascade Head Road (FSR 1861) Motor Vehicle Traffic Closure
A landslide occurred on Nov. 12, 2021 closing multiple sections of Forest Service Road (FSR) 1861.The first landslide occurred about 100 feet west of Highway 101 on FSR 1861. The road is impassible and closed to vehicles. Hart’s Cove Trail #1303 can be accessed by hiking the Rainforest Trail…
Forest Service Road 1633 Road Closure
A section of Forest Service Road 1633 is closed for public safety.
Forest Road 25, 5840, 2127, 5840 Traffic Delays
Forest Service Road 25 and 5840 will have intermittent delays through April 2026 due to restoration work with heavy equipment. Delays should be limited to 20 minutes and most of the work will occur on week days. There will also be heavy truck traffic on the 25 coming out the 2127 to Indian Creek…
Tickets/reservations required for Sand Lake July 3, 4, and 5
Sand Lake Recreation Area will have ticket system July 3 – 5, 2026. Visitors will need a vehicle ticket or a reservation at a developed campground. For developed campgrounds, campsite vehicle parking limits will be strictly enforced during Fourth of July weekend.More Information
Cape Perpetua Visitor Center closed mid-Dec.-May for remodeling
The Cape Perpetua Visitor Center will close from December 16, 2025 through mid-May 2026 for an extensive remodel. This includes modernizing aging infrastructure, updating interpretative displays and expanding the gift shop.All other areas of the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area will remain open during…
Homestead Trailhead Closure
The Homestead trailhead accessing the Sweet Creek Trail (#1319) is closed until further notice due to significant damage to the boardwalk. The Sweet Creek Trail is accessible to the south via the Sweet Creek Falls Trailhead.
Forest-Wide Camping Restrictions
The following acts are prohibited in the areas described by this order within the administrative boundaries of the Siuslaw National Forest. This order will become effective upon signature and shall be in effect May 2nd, 2025, through May 1st, 2027 or until rescinded.
Beach restrictions in effect March 15 - Sept. 15 to protect nesting western snowy plover
Beachgoers are urged to help recovery efforts of the threatened western snowy plover by staying on the wet sand at snowy plover beaches during nesting season, March 15 – Sept. 15.Beachgoers will see ropes that identify sensitive plover nesting areas, as well as signs that identify restrictions to…
Alcohol Prohibition
This order prohibits possessing a beverage which is defined as an alcohol beverage by State law. For the purposes of this section, possession of alcoholic beverage includes: containment within a motor vehicle, tent, or other structure, by the owner, operator, or other person, having the authority…
About
Cape Perpetua Campground is located in the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area along the banks of Cape Creek, surrounded by towering Sitka spruce, Douglas fir, and alder trees. The campground offers an ideal base for exploring the Oregon Coast, with many sites situated directly along the creek. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring, and the campground provides flush toilets and drinking water from a hand pump. The campground serves as a gateway to a 23-mile trail system that winds through dense old-growth forests and leads to dramatic rocky coastal overlooks. Popular trails accessible from the campground include paths to the Giant Spruce, tide pools, and the summit of St. Perpetua, which offers one of the best views on the Oregon Coast. The Cape Perpetua Visitor Center is a short, moderate hike from the campground and features an outdoor viewing deck with phenomenal ocean views. Located on Highway 101, 22 miles north of Florence and 3 miles south of Yachats, the campground sits on the east side of the highway within the scenic area. The location provides the best of both worlds: the serenity of a forested campground with immediate access to coastal recreation including beach access at nearby Heceta Beach and extensive tide pool exploration.
Directions
Located along Highway 101, 22 miles north of Florence and 3 miles south of Yachats. The campground is on the east side of the highway in the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. After turning off Highway 101, take a right at the split with the signed road to Cape Perpetua Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $34 - $190 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Help.Siuslaw.CentralCoast@AmericanLL.com | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 547-4580 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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