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Horsfall Sand Camping

Horsfall Sand Camping dispersed camping area is on the sand in the southern edge of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Access to campsites is by 4x4 vehicles only via soft sand routes. Sites are rustic and no toilets or campfire pits are available. Portable toilets and fire pans are highly recommended. Individual sites are identified by numbered posts. Each site accommodates up to 5 vehicles and 20 campers for tent camping. Three group sites accommodate 40 people and 10 vehicles. Horsfall Beach Road is the access point for sand camping sites #98 to 138. Bull Run Staging area is the access point for sand camping sites 127 to 138. Old Bark Staging is the access point for sites #98-108, 110-117, and 123. Horsfall Day Use is the access point for sites #109, 120-122, 124-126. Sites #113, 122, and 132 are group sites.

Reservations

This campsite requires a digital reservation and payment on Recreation.gov

General Information

Access is by 4X4 on soft sand only. Sites are identified by numbered posts; camp within 150ft. of post.  Display permit  on each vehicle dash. Site #98-106, 135-138 are remote sites, difficult access for campers or trailers. Watch for seasonal flooding at Sites #98-102. Check in winter for conditions.

No drinking water, restrooms, fire rings, or trash bins; please bring all necessary equipment including water, portable toilets, fire pans, and garbage bags.

This is a "pack it in, pack it out" facility.

OHV Riding Areas and Sand Camping Access

Oregon Dunes Designated Routes Maps

Year Round

State of Oregon OHV permit required for riding. All sand campsites require a digital reservation and payment. Maps of area are available at the information board.

  • State of Oregon OHV permit required for riding.
  • Sand Camping Regulations
  • OHV Rules for Riding
  • 12 midnight to 6 a.m. curfew

Standard Site: $10/Night up to 5 vehicles/20 people. Group Site: $20/Night up to 10 vehicles/40 people.

Within developed recreation sites, dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control. 36 CFR 261.16(j)

A building next to a sign that says "oregon dunes national recreation area siuslaw national forest"

Address: 855 Highway 101 Reedsport, OR 97467
Phone: (541) 271-6000
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: r6_siuslaw_wwweb_front_desk@usda.gov

Getting There

Directions

From North Bend Oregon, travel north on Highway 101 for 1 1/2 miles to Jordan Cove road. Turn west and proceed 1 mile, turning right on Transpacific Highway. Travel 100 feet and turn right on Horsfall Beach Road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 25th, 2025