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Umpqua Dunes Area
The Umpqua Dunes area provides something for everyone!
Hikers will find areas to explore the dunes, walk the beach, and view the ocean. An easy walk from the Umpqua #2 and #3 OHV staging areas brings you to a stretch of beach closed to off-highway vehicle (OHV) use. You can also explore the area's largest and most expansive dunes at nearby John Dellenback Trail and Eel Creek Campground.
OHV enthusiasts will find two large day use staging areas, reservable sand camping sites, and nearby OHV facilities managed by Douglas County Parks. Please see OHV Rules for Riding before heading out.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Snowy Plover restrictions in place March 15 - September 15 |
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| Restrictions: | The beach in this area is closed to OHV use. |
| Information Center: | Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Visitor Center |
General Information
General Notes:Map of Umpqua Dunes Area
Activities
Beachcombing
Recreation areas with activity Beachcombing:An easy walk from the Umpqua #2 and #3 OHV staging areas brings you to a stretch of beach closed to off-highway vehicle (OHV) use.
Sand Play
Recreation areas with activity Sand Play:Need to get rid of some excess energy? Run, jump, slip and slide as you play around on the sand dunes by the Eel Creek campground and John Dellenback trail.
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:Eel Creek campground provides wooded sites and the best foot access to the sand dunes.
Other camping in this area, including some OHV camping, is provided by State Parks, County and private facilities.
RV Camping
Recreation areas with activity RV Camping:Lake and Pond Fishing
Recreation areas with activity Lake and Pond Fishing:Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:- Eel Creek Campground
- Hall & Schuttpelz Lake Trail #1357
- John Dellenback Dunes Trail #1339
- John Dellenback Dunes Trailhead
- Umpqua Beach Viewing Platform - Trail #1399
A short trail around Hall and Shuttpelz Lakes provides lake and dune access. Trailhead has limited parking and is not suitable for RVs.
This area provides the easiest beach access in the Oregon Dunes for beach walking and ocean viewing.
One of the longest trails across the sand dunes begins at the John Dellenback trailhead. The trail is marked only by posts in the sand and runs up and over some very large, sculpted dunes. The trail ends at the beach.
Viewing Wildlife
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Wildlife:Viewing Scenery
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Scenery:- Hall & Schuttpelz Lake Trail #1357
- John Dellenback Dunes Trail #1339
- Umpqua Beach Viewing Platform - Trail #1399
The most impressive dunes are found and easily viewed from the access road.
OHV Camping
Recreation areas with activity OHV Camping:This area has dispersed sand camping access and is adjacent to large OHV developed facilities managed by Douglas County.
OHV Trail Riding
Recreation areas with activity OHV Trail Riding:Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:- Eel Creek Campground
- Hall & Schuttpelz Lakes Day Use
- John Dellenback Dunes Trail #1339
- John Dellenback Dunes Trailhead
- Umpqua Beach #2 Day Use /OHV Staging Area
- Umpqua Beach #3 Day Use /OHV Staging Area
John Dellenback trailhead is a semi wooded picnic area with tables, vault toilets and paved parking.
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
