Waxmyrtle Campground
The Waxmyrtle Campground location is in Reedsport, Oregon
97467. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Waxmyrtle Campground facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Oregon Dunes Visitor Center
855 Hwy 101
Reedsport
Oregon
97467
Phone number
541-271-6000
Campground information Reedsport, Oregon
Overview
Waxmyrtle Campground is located 8 miles south of Florence within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The campground is situated near the beach, several hiking trails, and a non-motorized section of open dunes. These nearby attractions, combined with excellent campground amenities, make Waxmyrtle an ideal camping destination. Waxmyrtle also borders the picturesque Siltcoos River Estuary, where wildlife viewing is a popular pastime for campers.
Recreation
The campground serves as the starting point for the Waxmyrtle Trail, which follows the Siltcoos River as it winds its way to the Pacific Ocean. Other nearby trails include the Lagoon Trail and the Chief Tsiltcoos Trail. Nearby off-road vehicle trails and open dune riding areas provide hours of fun for off-road enthusiasts.
Facilities
Camping is available from May 1 through September 30 and amenities include drinking water, a campground host, flush toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, recycling, and trash collection. Parking aprons are paved.
Natural Features
The campground is located near the Siltcoos River and is situated among shore pine, huckleberry, and other coastal shrubs and conifers. Many sites are surrounded by a thick wall of coastal shrubbery, providing ample privacy from neighboring sites. The campground is part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, which is known for its wind-sculpted sand dunes towering up to 500 feet above sea level.
Nearby Attractions
Siltcoos Lake offers bass, cutthroat trout, and rainbow trout fishing. The Siltcoos off-highway vehicle staging area is located less than 1 mile west of the campground on the Siltcoos Beach Access Road.
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 271-6000.
Charges & Cancellations
Campsites that are not occupied after 24 hours of arrival time will be considered as a “no show” and sites will be released for others to reserve. If campers will be arriving after 24 hours of their arrival time, they are encouraged to call the ranger station at 541-271-6000 to let staff know.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oregon Dunes Visitor Center Reedsport, OR
How do I make a reservation with Waxmyrtle Campground?
To make reservations at Waxmyrtle Campground, you can call the office at 541-271-6000.
Where is Waxmyrtle Campground located?
The Waxmyrtle Campground is located at Oregon Dunes Visitor Center 855 Hwy 101 in Reedsport,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Waxmyrtle Campground have tent or RV camping?
Waxmyrtle Campground offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 541-271-6000 to make sure things haven’t changed.