Canal Creek
Siuslaw National Forest — ocean access, fishing, hiking
Location: WALDPORT, OR, OR
Price: From $210 per night
Price range: $210–$300 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Season: May through October
Canal Creek is a group campground where campers can truly get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse themselves in nature. The facility is comprised of two group campsites, each providing a tranquil, scenic setting.For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Canal Creek Group Site is accessed by fording the gentle creek. It has a large open field with a picnic shelter, tables and a campfire circle.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/canal-creek to be notified when sites open up.
Canal Creek is a group campground offering a scenic, tranquil setting with open space for recreational activities and access to fishing, hiking, and crawfishing. The facility provides fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water for a rustic outdoor experience.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Roosevelt Elk present in area; also Canada Jay, Downy Woodpecker, Hooded Merganser, Glaucous-winged Gull, and Common Garter Snake.
Insider tips for Canal Creek: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand Bring sports equipment (soccer, Frisbee, football) for the large open space Plan fishing and crawfishing activities as primary recreation options
Skip Canal Creek if: Need water or sewer hookups—only electric hookups available on select sites. Visiting outside May-October—campground is seasonal. Want full RV amenities—most sites have no hookups.
Best time to visit Canal Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Blackberry (Tidewater, OR), River Edge (ALSEA, OR), Tillicum (Waldport, OR), Cape Perpetua (YACHATS, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Canal Creek
Cell signal at Canal Creek (WALDPORT, OR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Canal Creek is a group campground where campers can truly get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse themselves in nature. The facility is comprised of two group campsites, each providing a tranquil, scenic setting.For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Canal Creek Group Site is accessed by fording the gentle creek. It has a large open field with a picnic shelter, tables and a campfire circle.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand
Bring sports equipment (soccer, Frisbee, football) for the large open space
Plan fishing and crawfishing activities as primary recreation options
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Waldport, Oregon, take State Route 34 east 7 miles to the campground sign at Canal Creek Rd../Forest Service Rd. 3462. Turn right onto Canal Creek Rd./FSR 3462 and go 4 miles to another campground sign and turn left into the campground.
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- 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.
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