Miller Bar
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping on the gravel bar during winter months is discouraged due to frequent high water events.
Beach Hazards Statement issued January 18 at 11:52AM PST until January 20 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Moderate risk of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties. * WHEN...From late Monday evening through early Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and sweep them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While sneaker waves can occur at any time, the greatest risk is on an incoming tide. Please be aware of the tides if venturing out onto the beaches. The high tide Tuesday on southern Oregon beaches is roughly 11 am to 1 pm PST. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
About
Miller Bar operates as a dispersed camping area on a large gravel bar along the beautiful Wild and Scenic Chetco River, approximately 2 miles from the Forest boundary on Forest Road 1376. The site provides a rustic riverside camping experience with outstanding opportunities for summer recreation in the crystal-clear waters of the Chetco River, including swimming, fishing, and boating. A few shaded camping spots can be found along the treeline, though most of the camping area is on the open gravel bar. The site is suitable for tents or small trailers only due to the terrain and limited space. Facilities are minimal, with vault toilets provided but no drinking water available. Garbage disposal service is provided from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Winter camping on the gravel bar is strongly discouraged due to the frequency of high water events on the Chetco River during the rainy season. The campground sees heavy use during summer months. Quiet hours are enforced between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., and dogs must be kept on leash. The site is accessed via paved North Bank Chetco River Road from Brookings.
Directions
From Brookings, Oregon, turn off US Highway 101 onto the North Bank Chetco River Road (County Road 784). This becomes Forest Road 1376. Miller Bar is approximately 2 miles from the Forest boundary on Forest Road 1376.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Miller Bar Boating Site |
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