Tahkenitch Campground
Open for the season from May 1 through September 30. All sites require advance reservation via Recreation.gov. Forest-wide camping restrictions are in effect. Expect mosquitoes April through August.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:22AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Monday for eastern Douglas County...mainly for areas in the south Umpqua River valley near Tiller and the Umpqua National Forest east of Steamboat. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels at times. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:17AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Monday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels at times. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
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.
About
Tahkenitch Campground is a scenic destination within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area on the central Oregon coast, located 8 miles north of Reedsport along Highway 101. The campground offers 28 sites ranging from heavily wooded and secluded spots separated by thick understory to more open areas with coastal shrubbery. Douglas fir and wild berries grow throughout, and the area supports diverse wildlife including Roosevelt elk, pelicans, sea lions, and bald eagles. The adjacent day-use area provides trailhead access to three hiking routes: Tahkenitch Dunes Trail passes through a mile of conifer forest before opening onto the dunes with ocean views; Threemile Lake Trail and Threemile Lake South Trail offer additional options for sand play and scenery. Across Highway 101 lies Tahkenitch Lake, spanning over 1,600 acres, where anglers pursue cutthroat and steelhead trout, largemouth bass, and yellow perch. The campground is equipped with flush toilets, potable drinking water, paved parking aprons, and each site includes a fire ring and picnic table. No electric hookups are available, and the nearest dump station is at Honeyman State Park approximately 10 miles north. Off-road vehicle trails on the dunes are accessible a few miles from the campground.
Directions
From Reedsport, drive north 8 miles on Highway 101. The campground entrance is on the west (left) side of the highway. From Florence, drive south 14 miles on Highway 101; the entrance is on the west (right) side.
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 | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 271-6000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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