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Umpqua is noteworthy as home to the tallest sand dunes in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Off-road vehicle riding is a huge sport here and visitors are rewarded with incredible views of the Pacific Ocean from the tops of the dunes. Recreation The featured attraction is off-road vehicle riding. Rather than trails, the area offers clear and open spaces for adventure-seeking riders. The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce puts on the summertime Dunefest to bring together families of all ages for motocross racing, treasure hunting in the sand, freestyle riding shows and more. Facilities Note that all sites can only be accessed by 4X4 vehicles. No water is available so campers should bring an ample amount. Campsites are primitive and it's recommended that all campers bring portable toilets and fire pans. Seasonal rainfall may affect campsites. Contact Oregon Dunes NRA for seasonal information. Standard sites fit five vehicles and up to 20 people. The two group campsites fit 10 vehicles and 40 people. Campsites are available year-round and reservations may fill up quickly in peak summer season. Natural Features Campsites are dispersed along the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area on the Pacific Coast. Winchester Bay is a short drive north and Eel Lake is a short drive south. The camping area is part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, known for its wind-sculpted sand dunes towering up to 500 feet above sea level. Nearby Attractions Visit Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, along Lake Marie. The Umpqua River Lighthouse stands on the site of the first lighthouse built on the Oregon Coast in 1857. The current lighthouse dates back to 1890. ADA Access: N
From Reedsport Oregon, travel 2 miles south on Highway 101 to Winchester Bay. Turn right on Salmon Harbor Drive. Proceed 4 miles to the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Access the sand either at boundary, 2nd Beach Parking Sand Access, or 3rd Beach Parking Sand Access.
We had a lovely camping spot in Winchester Bay and our Thursday overnighter was peaceful. We had a few minute drive to the beach and spent a great day playing at the beach. On our way out of town Friday afternoon the ATV campers were rolling in. Great dunes for ATV riding and dine camping available too.
It's a really fun place to go for a fun day trip with your family they have a lot of activitys to do they had the have sand dunes to drive in and they also have a beach the only thing is you have to pay to get a parking pass for the park but it's only a couple bucks like 5 or something but other than that they have a huge beach with bathrooms and a huge parking lot. The path to the beach can sometimes be a bit steep for some people but it's still possible to down to the sand is nice and so is the water
Awesome place. Friendly people have. Great time responsibly. Everyone is glad to meet you or help you or just have a laugh. Fun for all ages. Love going there every year. Make your reservations well in advance because it fills up fast.
I went to Magic Mountain in Valencia when I was a teenager and rode the Viper. Before today, that was the greatest natural thrill of my life. I wish I could post a video because no picture can do it justice.
