Sixes River Campground Or

Myrtlewood Field Office — riverside

Location: Sixes, OR, OR

Price: From $6 per night

Price range: $6–$16 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sixes River Campground offers 19 campsites tucked into a forested hideaway along the Sixes River. It’s an excellent destination for picnicking, swimming, and wildlife viewing.The area provides warm temperatures and easy access to nearby coastal attractions. Cape Blanco Lighthouse, New River Nature Center, Oregon State Parks, and several coastal beaches are nearby.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Sixes River Campground offers spacious, peaceful camping in a forested setting along the Sixes River with popular activities including fishing, gold panning, and water play. Campers praise it as a quiet, clean, and safe destination with a nice hiking trail.

Wildlife alert: Northern Spotted Owl, Ruffed Grouse, American Goldfinch, Red-tailed Hawk, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Common Garter Snake, and Western Fence Lizard

Insider tips for Sixes River Campground Or: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 3 sites available Self-contained trailers are well-suited for this campground Plan for a narrow road drive of approximately 11 miles from Sixes River Road

Skip Sixes River Campground Or if: You need hookups—no hookups are available at sites. You want to visit outside May through October—seasonal operations only. You prefer quick access—the drive down a narrow road is lengthy.

Best time to visit Sixes River Campground Or: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Edson Creek Campground (Or) (NORTH BEND, OR), Bald Knob Lookout (POWERS, OR), Lake Of The Woods Lookout (Gold Beach, OR), Snow Camp Lookout (Gold Beach, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sixes River Campground Or

Cell signal at Sixes River Campground Or (Sixes, 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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Sixes, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $6/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sixes River Campground offers 19 campsites tucked into a forested hideaway along the Sixes River. It’s an excellent destination for picnicking, swimming, and wildlife viewing.The area provides warm temperatures and easy access to nearby coastal attractions. Cape Blanco Lighthouse, New River Nature Center, Oregon State Parks, and several coastal beaches are nearby.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 hookups—no hookups are available at sites✕ You want to visit outside May through October—seasonal operations only✕ You prefer quick access—the drive down a narrow road is lengthy

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 3 sites available

Self-contained trailers are well-suited for this campground

Plan for a narrow road drive of approximately 11 miles from Sixes River Road

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Northern Spotted Owl, Ruffed Grouse, American Goldfinch, Red-tailed Hawk, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Common Garter Snake, and Western Fence Lizard

Location

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Getting there →

Coming from Northbound on U.S. 101: To Reach Sixes River Campground, travel five miles north of Port Orford, Oregon, and turn right onto Sixes River Road and travel approximately 11 miles. Coming Southbound on U.S. 101: Travel 25 miles south of Bandon, Oregon and turn left on to Sixes River Road and travel approimately 11 miles.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Sixes River Campground Or cost per night?+
Sixes River Campground Or costs $6–$16 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Sixes River Campground Or open?+
Sixes River Campground Or is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sixes River Campground Or have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Sixes River Campground Or?+
Sixes River Campground Or is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Sixes River Campground Or?+
Sixes River Campground Or 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 Sixes River Campground Or?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sixes River Campground Or is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sixes River Campground Or open, and what are check-in times?+
Sixes River Campground Or is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
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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
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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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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$6 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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