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Siltcoos Area
Along the Siltcoos River are two traditional campgrounds.
Stagecoach Trailhead provides access to several trails, including the accessible Lagoon trail and the longer Waxmyrtle trail, which meanders through the coastal shore pine forests and along the river to the beach.
OHV users will find a direct sand access campground as well as dispersed OHV Sand Camping available by permit. Please see OHV Rules for Riding before heading out.
For information about accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests, visithttp://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/accessiblerecreation
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Snowy Plover restrictions in place March 15 - September 15 |
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| Information Center: | Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Visitor Center |
General Information
General Notes:Map of Siltcoos Area
Accessibility:
See video
Activities
Beachcombing
Recreation areas with activity Beachcombing:The Siltcoos beach parking is located close to the beach, but access is over the foredune. Access is also found at the end of the Waxmyrtle trail.
Sections of the beach may be restricted due to the presence of the threatened shorebird, the snowy plover. Follow posted regulations and call ahead to find out about the latest restrictions.
Sand Play
Recreation areas with activity Sand Play:Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:See the OHV Riding & Camping activity below for additional campgrounds geared to OHV use.
RV Camping
Recreation areas with activity RV Camping:- Carter Lake Campground
- Driftwood II Campground
- Lagoon Campground
- Tyee Campground
- Waxmyrtle Campground
Dispersed Camping
Recreation areas with activity Dispersed Camping:Lake and Pond Fishing
Recreation areas with activity Lake and Pond Fishing:River and Stream Fishing
Recreation areas with activity River and Stream Fishing:Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:- Carter Dunes Trail #1384
- Carter Dunes Trailhead
- Carter Lake Campground
- Chief Tsiltcoos Trail #1359
- Lagoon Campground
- Lagoon Loop Trail #1330
- Lagoon Trailhead
- Siltcoos Lake Trail #1333
- Siltcoos Lake Trailhead
- Stagecoach Trailhead
- Taylor Dunes Trail #1335
- Taylor Dunes Trailhead
- Waxmyrtle Campground
- Waxmyrtle Trail #1337
- Waxmyrtle Trailhead
Trails here include easy barrier-free boardwalks, jaunts through the coastal rhododendron and wax myrtle groves to the beach, and a loop through the spruce forest that makes a stop at remote campsites along Siltcoos Lake.
Horse Riding
Recreation areas with activity Horse Riding:Access from Siltcoos Beach parking lot. Riding opportunities are located on the beach; riders must follow posted regulations for the threatened snowy plover.
Viewing Wildlife
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Wildlife:- Carter Dunes Trail #1384
- Carter Lake Campground
- Driftwood II Campground
- Lagoon Campground
- Lagoon Loop Trail #1330
- Taylor Dunes Trail #1335
- Tyee Campground
- Waxmyrtle Campground
- Waxmyrtle Trail #1337
Birds of prey, wading birds, shorebirds and waterfowl all frequent the Siltcoos area and river estuary.
Viewers must follow posted regulations for the threatened snowy plover.
Viewing Plants
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Plants:Viewing Scenery
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Scenery:OHV Camping
Recreation areas with activity OHV Camping:See the Camping & Cabins activity above for additional campgrounds, including RV campgrounds.
OHV Open Area Riding
Recreation areas with activity OHV Open Area Riding:OHV Trail Riding
Recreation areas with activity OHV Trail Riding:- Driftwood II Campground
- Breach OHV Trail
- Chapman's OHV Trail
- Driftwood II OHV Trail
- Incinerator OHV Trail
- Siltcoos Beach Day Use OHV Staging
- Coast Guard North OHV Trail
Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:- Carter Dunes Trail #1384
- Carter Dunes Trailhead
- Carter Lake Campground
- Carter Lake Day Use
- Chief Tsiltcoos Trail #1359
- Driftwood II Campground
- Lagoon Loop Trail #1330
- Lagoon Trailhead
- Lodgepole Picnic Area
- Siltcoos Beach Day Use OHV Staging
- Stagecoach Trailhead
Enjoy a picnic by the shores of the lazy Siltcoos river. This area is for small groups; there are two tables and parking space for 3-5 vehicles.
Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized:Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized:The Siltcoos River trail has several access points and for most of the journey is a slow-moving drift. A small dam requires portaging via a metal chute, and ocean waves require caution.
This trail enters the nesting habitat of the threatened snowy plover. To avoid disturbing these highly camouflaged beach nesting birds, you must remain in your boat for the last one third of the trip.
