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Carter Lake Day Use

Carter Lake Day Use is located in the Carter Lake Campground which is located next to Carter Lake in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Campsites are nestled among Shore Pine, Sitka Spruce and Douglas-fir.

The Carter Dunes Trail leads from the campground to the dunes and beach.

Current Conditions
Snowy Plover restrictions are in place March 15 - September 15.

General Information

May - September

Recreation passes may be used as a form of fee payment

$5/vehicle/day or valid recreation pass

Getting There

Directions

From Florence, OR, travel south on Highway 101 for 11 miles. Carter Lake Campground entrance is on the west side of Highway 101.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restroom information is not currently available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 25th, 2025