U.S. Forest Service · Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area · OR

Tahkenitch Campground

Tahkanitch Campground HWY 101 entrance signPhoto · USFS
OpenSeason 05-01 – 09-30
ReservableAccess
30Sites
50 ftMax rig

The place

Tahkenitch Campground is a beautiful camping destination located in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, 8 miles north of Reedsport. The campground offers some very secluded sites surrounded by local coastal shrubbery, with some other sites that are more open. Three hiking trails can be accessed next to the campground, leading to Threemile Lake and the Tahkenitch Dunes. Across the road is Tahkenitch Lake. The name Tahkenitch means "lake of many fingers." Fishing here can be relaxing and rewarding. Keep reading

Recreation The adjacent day use area serves as the trailhead for Tahkenitch Dunes Trail, Threemile Lake Trail, and Threemile Lake South Trail. All three trails are good for sand play and scenery. Tahkenitch Dunes Trail goes through a mile of conifer forest, opening onto the dunes with views of the ocean. The trail then enters a smaller stand of shore pine and completes its journey at the Pacific Coast. Boating and fishing are popular at nearby Tahkenitch Lake. Fishing may yield cutthroat and steelhead trout, largemouth bass, and yellow perch. Facilities This facility has 23 campsites and 1 host site. All sites are currently available by reservation only. The campground is equipped with campfire rings, drinking water, flush toilets, and picnic tables. Parking aprons are paved and the nearest waste station is at Honeyman State Park, about 10 miles north of campground. No electric hookups are available. Natural Features The campground is within reach of coastal forests, expansive dunes, Tahkenitch Lake, and the Pacific Ocean. Many sites are heavily wooded and secluded, separated by a thick understory. Douglas fir and wild berries can be seen throughout the campground. The lake spans 1,674 acres. Roosevelt elk, pelicans, sea lions, and bald eagles are just some of the wildlife that live in this area. Nearby Attractions The campground is a few miles from off-road vehicle trails on the dunes. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 271-6000. Charges & Cancellations Campsites that are not occupied after 24 hours of arrival time will be considered as a "no show" and sites will be released for others to reserve. If campers will be arriving after 24 hours of their arrival time, they are encouraged to call the ranger station at 541-271-6000 to let staff know.

The sites · 30

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND01tent only nonelectric13 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND02tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND03tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND04tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND05tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND06standard nonelectric21 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND07standard nonelectric25 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND08tent only nonelectric20 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND09tent only nonelectric20 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND10standard nonelectric17 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND11standard nonelectric19 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND12tent only nonelectric24 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND14standard nonelectric21 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND15standard nonelectric21 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND16tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND17management
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND18standard nonelectric36 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND19tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND20management
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND21tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND22management
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND23tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND24management
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND25management
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND26tent only nonelectric
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND27standard nonelectric25 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND28standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND29standard nonelectric50 ftyes
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND30standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND31managementyes

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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This campground sits in OR-04. This member’s public-lands record →

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