What are the hours and season for Tahkenitch Campground?

Tahkenitch Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Tahkenitch Campground?

Tahkenitch Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Tahkenitch Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/tahkenitch-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Tahkenitch Campground

Siuslaw National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Reedsport, OR3.1 (68)

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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.

Things to do nearby

Siuslaw National ForestThreemile LakeTahkenitch Lake

Best For

HikersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Flush Toilets

Drinking Water

Electric Hookups

Camp Host

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Tahkenitch Campground cost per night?+

Tahkenitch Campground costs $22–$44 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.

What season is Tahkenitch Campground open?+

Tahkenitch Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Tahkenitch Campground have hookups?+

Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.

What is the maximum RV length at Tahkenitch Campground?+

Tahkenitch Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Tahkenitch Campground?+

Tahkenitch Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Tahkenitch Campground from the nearest town?+

Tahkenitch Campground is located in Reedsport, OR. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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