Wild Mare Horse Camp
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates May 1 through September 30. All sites require reservations via Recreation.gov. Snowy Plover restrictions are in place March 15 through September 15.
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
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.
Offices closed Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Forest Service offices will be closed Jan. 19 in observance of the holiday, but national forests and grasslands remain open for your enjoyment. Stay safe, pack out what you pack in and enjoy your big backyard!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Road Closure on Forest Service Road (FSR) 1861
A landslide occurred on Nov. 12, 2021 closing multiple sections of Forest Service Road (FSR) 1861.
Alcohol Prohibition
This order prohibits possessing a beverage which is defined as an alcohol beverage by State law.
About
Wild Mare Horse Camp is a specialized equestrian campground located in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area along Oregon's central coast. Tucked among shore pine, Douglas fir, and huckleberry, the 12-site campground sits 22 miles south of Reedsport and 2 miles north of North Bend. The facility is specifically designed for horse campers, with 12 corrals provided for equestrian visitors. Each site is limited to two vehicles. Horse campers come here to explore the Wild Mare Horse Trail #4500, which begins at the adjacent Wild Mare Day Use area under a canopy of alder and spruce before emerging into open sand dunes and continuing to the beach. The dunes south of Horsfall Beach Road are designated for hiking and horseback riding only, while off-road vehicle enthusiasts can use the dunes north of the campground. The Pacific Ocean is less than a half mile from camp. The campground is named after a legendary filly that escaped from the Peterson family in 1955 and lived wild in the dunes for 32 years, becoming a local legend celebrated in prose, poetry, and song. The facility provides drinking water via hand pump, vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, trash bins, and recycling. Showers are available at nearby Horsfall Campground. Weed-free feed is required for all horses. The campground is heavily used during its operating season.
Directions
From North Bend, Oregon, follow Highway 101 north for about 2 miles to the Horsfall Dunes and Beach road sign. Turn left onto Trans Pacific Lane and proceed for 1.1 miles to the intersection with Horsfall Beach Road. Turn right onto Horsfall Beach Road and proceed for 1.9 miles. The campground entrance will be on the left.
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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 | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 271-6000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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