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Blackberry

Siuslaw National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Tidewater, OR, OR

Price: From $36 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (62 reviews)

Season: May through October

Blackberry Campground is perched on a heavily wooded bluff overlooking the Alsea River. The well-maintained campground offers plenty of fishing opportunities, including crawfishing. Swimming in the Alsea River is a popular summer activity.Sandy beaches stretch north and south of Waldport, just 20 minutes from the campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/blackberry to be notified when sites open up.

Blackberry Campground is perched on a heavily wooded bluff overlooking the Alsea River with plenty of fishing opportunities including crawfishing and a boat ramp on-site. The campground offers recreation for anglers targeting Coho and Chinook salmon and Steelhead trout, plus popular summer swimming.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Roosevelt Elk, and three species of garter snakes present in the area. Mountain Beaver, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Canada Jay, Downy Woodpecker, Varied Thrush, and Steller's Jay also verified.

Insider tips for Blackberry: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Electric hookups available on select sites only; plan accordingly Crawfishing and drift boating are popular activities on the Alsea River

Skip Blackberry if: You need water or sewer hookups—most sites lack them. You're traveling outside May through October—campground is closed. You prefer full hookups—only electric is available on some sites.

Best time to visit Blackberry: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: River Edge (ALSEA, OR), Canal Creek (WALDPORT, OR), Tillicum (Waldport, OR), Cape Perpetua (YACHATS, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blackberry

Cell signal at Blackberry (Tidewater, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Tidewater, OR, OR★ 3.8 (62 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Blackberry Campground is perched on a heavily wooded bluff overlooking the Alsea River. The well-maintained campground offers plenty of fishing opportunities, including crawfishing. Swimming in the Alsea River is a popular summer activity.Sandy beaches stretch north and south of Waldport, just 20 minutes from the campground.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV120 ft
    HookupsElectric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsElectric Hookups
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Dump StationBoat Launch

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need water or sewer hookups—most sites lack them✕ You're traveling outside May through October—campground is closed✕ You prefer full hookups—only electric is available on some sites

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with high demand

    Electric hookups available on select sites only; plan accordingly

    Crawfishing and drift boating are popular activities on the Alsea River

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: American Black Bear, Roosevelt Elk, and three species of garter snakes present in the area. Mountain Beaver, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Canada Jay, Downy Woodpecker, Varied Thrush, and Steller's Jay also verified.

    Location

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    541-528-7424· Siuslaw National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Waldport, Oregon, take State Route 34 east about 18 miles and turn right at the sign for the campground.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Siuslaw National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Siuslaw National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Blackberry cost per night?+
    Blackberry costs $36 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
    What season is Blackberry open?+
    Blackberry is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Blackberry have hookups?+
    Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
    What is the maximum RV length at Blackberry?+
    Blackberry can accommodate RVs up to 120 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Blackberry?+
    Blackberry is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Blackberry?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blackberry is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Blackberry open, and what are check-in times?+
    Blackberry is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $36 /night★ 3.8 (62)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    River Edge

    ALSEA, OR

    From $300/night

    Canal Creek

    WALDPORT, OR

    From $210/night

    Tillicum

    Waldport, OR

    From $39/night

    Cape Perpetua

    YACHATS, OR

    From $39/night

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