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Washburne is located on the east side of Highway 101 with a buffer of native plants and trees between you and the highway. The campsites are spacious and are available on a first come first served basis except for the two yurts which are reservable. There are several trails of varying difficulty leading from the campsites to the beach, wildlife viewing areas, and second-growth forests.
A walking trail leads you under the highway to a five-mile sandy beach and a day-use area, where you'll find space to watch whales, hunt agates, beachcomb, and picnic. Another trail connects you to the Heceta Head trail, which you can use to reach the historic Heceta Head lighthouse.
In the campground at night, you can hear the pounding surf. There is a creek running through the campground, and elk have been known to wander through. Wild rhododendrons bloom in spring.
Campground info:
Approximately 50 full-hookup sites
More than five electrical sites (with water)
Seven walk-in tent sites (closes seasonally October - April)
Hiker/biker camp
Two yurts
Flush toilets and hot showers
RV dump station in day-use area
Firewood for sale
Universal Access
Site #30 is accessible to campers with disabilities.
Directions to Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park On Hwy 101, at milepost 176, 13 miles north of Florence, 12 miles south of Yachats. Entrance of overnight camp located on eastside of Hwy 101. Well signed.
Favorite beach in Florence. I usually go during the week . Never crowded. Can usually keep the dog off leash. The shore/beach looks different every time we go. The tide brings up lots of beach treasures.
We were at Big Creek. You have to run across the highway, so it's not very safe, and you need to be a mountain goat to get to the beach. Lol. It's mostly a rock beach, very little sand when we were there, the tide was coming back in so it may be better at low tide. It wasn't much fun for the dogs, they couldn't really run. Also there's no bathroom.
Wonderful walk along the beach. Recommend the near by Hobbit trail also.
