Sandbeach Campground
Open year-round. May through October all sites are reservation-only via Recreation.gov. November through April most sites remain reservable, but flood-prone sites (2, 8, 12-14, 24-29, 38-46, 66, 70, 80-81) operate first-come, first-served. July 3-5, 2026 requires vehicle tickets or campground reservations due to holiday crowds.
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…
About
Sandbeach Campground sits at the heart of the Sand Lake Recreation Area in Siuslaw National Forest, 15 miles southwest of Tillamook on Oregon's North Coast. The 81-site campground serves as base camp for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts drawn to the 1,100 acres of open coastal dunes. All sites feature paved parking aprons, campfire rings, and picnic tables, with centralized flush toilets and drinking water. The adjacent Sand Lake Estuary provides a quieter alternative with fishing, crabbing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing in its 900-acre near-natural habitat. Two neighboring campgrounds, East Dunes and West Winds, add another 77 sites to the recreation area. A State of Oregon OHV permit is required for dune riding, with no motorized use allowed between midnight and 6 a.m. During peak season from May through October, all sites require advance reservations through Recreation.gov. In winter months, certain sites prone to flooding (2, 8, 12-14, 24-29, 38-46, 66, 70, 80-81) become first-come, first-served only.
Directions
From Tillamook, drive south on Highway 101, turn right on County Road 871 (Sandlake Road) for 4 miles to the stop sign. Turn left and continue 1 mile, then turn right on Galloway Road. The campground is at the end of Galloway Road in Sand Lake Recreation Area.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| r6_siuslaw_WWWeb_Front_Desk@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (503) 392-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Recreation.gov Reservations | |
| USFS Sandbeach Campground |
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