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Horsfall Sand Camping

Siuslaw National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Reedsport, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$20 per night

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: Year-round

The Horsfall Sand Camping Area is an outstanding destination for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Sites are located directly on the sand at the southern end of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. From here, adventure seekers can experience the thrill of riding through vast open dunes or meandering through designated sand routes surrounded by coastal forest.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

Horsfall Sand Camping offers direct access to Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area with excellent off-road vehicle trails and coastal views. Google reviewers consistently praise the easy beach access, spacious parking, and beautiful sunset views.

Wildlife alert: Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Northwestern Garter Snake, Northern Alligator Lizard, American Bittern, Common Loon, and California Gull present in the area.

Insider tips for Horsfall Sand Camping: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available Sites are directly on sand with immediate beach access

Skip Horsfall Sand Camping if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You prefer less crowded times — book early as it fills up.

Best time to visit Horsfall Sand Camping: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though reviewers note seasonal water level changes in adjacent areas..

Nearby campgrounds: Horsfall (Reedsport, OR), Bluebill Campground (Reedsport, OR), Wild Mare Horse Camp (Reedsport, OR), Horsfall Beach (Reedsport, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Horsfall Sand Camping

Cell signal at Horsfall Sand Camping (Reedsport, OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

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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Reedsport, OR, OR★ 3.5 (24 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Horsfall Sand Camping Area is an outstanding destination for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Sites are located directly on the sand at the southern end of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. From here, adventure seekers can experience the thrill of riding through vast open dunes or meandering through designated sand routes surrounded by coastal forest.

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LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV100 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You prefer less crowded times — book early as it fills up

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Sites are directly on sand with immediate beach access

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, though reviewers note seasonal water level changes in adjacent areas.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Northwestern Garter Snake, Northern Alligator Lizard, American Bittern, Common Loon, and California Gull present in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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541-271-6000· Siuslaw National Forest
Getting there →

From North Bend, Oregon, follow Highway 101 north for about 2 miles to the Horsfall Dunes and Beach road sign. Turn left onto Trans Pacific Lane and proceed for 1.1 miles to the intersection with Horsfall Beach Road. Turn right onto Horsfall Beach Road and proceed for 0.5 miles. After 0.5 miles, turn right at the entrance to the Horsfall Campground and Day Use Area. Follow the access road straight ahead into the Day Use Area; a sand access point is situated within the Day Use Area. Horsfall sand

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Horsfall Sand Camping cost per night?+
Horsfall Sand Camping costs $10–$20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Horsfall Sand Camping open?+
Horsfall Sand Camping is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Horsfall Sand Camping have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Horsfall Sand Camping?+
Horsfall Sand Camping can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at Horsfall Sand Camping?+
Horsfall Sand Camping 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 Horsfall Sand Camping?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Horsfall Sand Camping is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Horsfall Sand Camping open, and what are check-in times?+
Horsfall Sand Camping is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$10 /night★ 3.5 (24)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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Nearby Campgrounds

Horsfall

Reedsport, OR

From $25/night

Bluebill Campground

Reedsport, OR

From $22/night

Wild Mare Horse Camp

Reedsport, OR

From $22/night

Horsfall Beach

Reedsport, OR

From $25/night

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