Official websites use .gov
A .gov
website belongs to an official government organization in the
United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock
(
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only
on official, secure websites.
Tahkenitch Area
Within easy access of Highway 101 Tahkenitch area, which is closed to OHV use, offers two traditional campgrounds, two boat launches and two trailheads are directly adjacent to Highway 101 and Tahkenitch Lake. The lake provides opportunities for bass fishing.
Tahkenitch Creek and Tahkenitch Dune trail provide opportunities to hike through the coastal forest, as well as access to the dunes and beach.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 7/12/24: Tahkenitch Boat Ramp is closed for repairs. For access to Tahkenitch Lake, please use the boat ramp at Tahkenitch Landing Campground and Day Use Area where several campsites have been converted to parking areas allowing for increased visitation. We apologize for the inconvenience. |
|---|---|
| Restrictions: | This area is closed to OHV use. Watch for Snowy Plover Seasonal Beach Restrictions |
| Information Center: | Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Visitor Center |
General Information
General Notes:Map of Tahkenitch Area
Accessibility:
Activities
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:Several developed campgrounds with restrooms, picnic tables and fire rings exist in this area.
RV Camping
Recreation areas with activity RV Camping:Lake and Pond Fishing
Recreation areas with activity Lake and Pond Fishing:- Tahkenitch Lake Boat Ramp
- Tahkenitch Landing Campground
- Tahkenitch Landing Boat Ramp
- Threemile Lake North Trail #1338
- Threemile Lake South Trail #1356
Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:- Tahkenitch Campground
- Tahkenitch Creek Trail #1336
- Tahkenitch Creek Trailhead
- Tahkenitch Dunes - Threemile Lake North Trailhead
- Tahkenitch Dunes National Recreation Trail #1353
- Threemile Lake North Trail #1338
- Threemile Lake South Trail #1356
- Threemile Lake South Trailhead
Tahkenitch Creek trail provides a little bit of everything the Dunes has to offer; forest, sand dunes, rivers and possible loop opportunites. Tahkenitch Dunes trail crosses a forested ridgeline and enters an expanse of large dunes before hitting the beach. The two trails can be connected for a longer hiking experience.
Along the beach the trail passes by nesting areas for the threatened shorebird, the snowy plover. Follow posted regulations and call ahead to find out about restrictions.
Backpacking
Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:The Tahkenitch Area trails offer some of the best sand dunes backpacking.
Tahkenitch Creek Trail provides a little bit of everything the Dunes has to offer; forest, sand dunes, rivers and possible loop opportunites. Tahkenitch Dunes Trail crosses a forested ridgeline and enters an expanse of large dunes before hitting the beach.
The two trails can be connected for a longer hiking experience.
Along the beach the trail passes by nesting areas for the threatened shorebird, the snowy plover. Follow posted regulations and call ahead to find out about restrictions.
Viewing Wildlife
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Wildlife:- Tahkenitch Creek Trail #1336
- Tahkenitch Dunes National Recreation Trail #1353
- Tahkenitch Landing Campground
Bird Watching:
A variety of bird habitats exist along the trails and around the lakes.
OHV Trail Riding
Recreation areas with activity OHV Trail Riding:The Tahkenitch Area is closed to OHV use with the exception of the Clam Bed OHV Trail which provides local access for clamming. There are no OHV facilities or staging provided here.
Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:- Tahkenitch Campground
- Tahkenitch Day Use
- Tahkenitch Dunes - Threemile Lake North Trailhead
- Tahkenitch Dunes National Recreation Trail #1353
- Tahkenitch Landing Campground
- Tahkenitch Landing Boat Ramp
- Tahkenitch Landing Picnic Area
Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized:Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized:Alerts & Warnings
- Tahkenitch Boat Ramp Closed for Repairs
- Use northern route to access Drift Creek Falls
- Potential high water at Old Bark Sand Camping
- Sweet Creek Falls Homestead Trail bridge failure
- Delays and temporary road closures for Forest Service Roads 3200, 2500, & 2127
- Roads temporarily inaccessible for stream restoration
- Intermittent forest road work and delays north of Hebo
- Forest Road 789 - Poor Condition
