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Paradise Cove Resort & Marina
Overview
Paradise Cove Resort & Marina offers a premier coastal camping experience tucked away along the scenic Nehalem Bay. This expansive destination functions more like a private waterfront retreat than a standard roadside stop. With its focus on water access and community amenities, it provides a well-maintained base for exploring the rugged beauty of the northern Oregon Coast. The park emphasizes a relaxed, resort-style atmosphere where guests can truly unwind amidst stunning bayfront views and the fresh, salt-tinged air of the Pacific Northwest.
Location & Surroundings
Situated near the charming town of Rockaway Beach, the resort sits directly on the shores of Nehalem Bay. The location is defined by its dramatic tides, lush coastal greenery, and its proximity to the Pacific Ocean. Visitors enjoy easy access to Highway 101, which leads to nearby coastal gems like Wheeler and Manzanita. This provides a perfect blend of estuary views and forest scenery just minutes from the crashing waves and sandy stretches of the primary Oregon coastline.
Amenities & Park Features
The resort is well-equipped for comfort, featuring multiple outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal indoor pool for year-round enjoyment. The facility caters to long-term stays and weekenders alike with diverse features including:
- On-site private marina and boat launch for easy water access.
- Spacious clubhouse and fitness center for staying active and social.
- Relaxing hot tubs and community lounge areas for winding down.
Other essential features include a dog park and laundry facilities, ensuring that those staying in large rigs or small trailers have access to modern conveniences and recreational hubs right within the park boundaries.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless activities, from crabbing and fishing directly in the bay to exploring the nearby Nehalem Bay State Park. A short drive south takes visitors to the famous Tillamook Creamery for a taste of local dairy history. For those seeking quiet walks, the seven miles of sandy shoreline at Rockaway Beach offer ample space for beachcombing, sunset viewing, and spotting the iconic Twin Rocks formation that sits just offshore.
Who This Park Is Best For
This resort is ideal for families and active retirees who appreciate a mix of social activities and water-based recreation. Because of its robust amenities and marina, it is particularly suited for travelers who bring boats or those who enjoy communal resort living. It appeals most to RVers seeking a comprehensive coastal stay where they can build a routine of crabbing, swimming, and exploring the unique small towns dotting the Tillamook County coastline. It is a fantastic choice for those who prefer the comforts of a structured resort over primitive camping.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Brandon Davis
We have stayed here a few times over the last few years and it has gone down hill fast, to many full time people and animals just wondering. This saddens me as we have had some really good times staying here. I rented a cabin for my elderly parents and it was dirty and stank as no one had taken the trash out, the curtains did not cover the windows, and the ceiling was falling down in the bathroom. We called the number at the check in station 8 times over 2 days and no one answered even when we just wanted to check in Friday at 7:00pm. We also had an RV spot and a boat with us and we camped on the lower campground closer to the dock. I parked my boat trailer at the top of the hill as I am supposed to here. The tongue was pushed, or struck, and shoved over about 8 feet through the gravel. This damaged the wheel on my jack to the point it wont roll in my drive way any more. The full timer in the space next to us kept parking his car in our space and would get indignant if we asked him to move.
Samantha Clausen
We stayed in the tent area, that area is well maintained. But the club house, that has the only accessible bathroom for that area, was closed down. People were still using it though. It is unreasonable to close down a bathroom when the only other option for this campground is across the highway. Once upon a time I'm sure this resort was really cool. But the pools have been drained and not maintained for a long time. I wouldn't mind paying a bit more to stay here if it meant they were able to get the clubhouse up and running again.
Beth
The place is a dump, long term residence took all the top spots with sewer, almost impossible to back your trailer into a spot because of all the planters and cars. You book for a waterfront spot but then they are all taken bc of the first come first serve rule. Workers are nice, dock is nerve wrecking, pool has never worked. The boil pot for the crabs is the best part of this place. You pay for the price, if you have good company then its not so bad. All said and done, i will be giving the place another shot.
Penny
The park's maintenance has been let go. The road is in sad shape getting from check in hut to rv spaces. The pool and hot tubs were not working. RV Spaces are very narrow. The views are beautiful. If you have a boat, having a boat launch and marina area and dock to keep your boat is a great feature. The dock needs some maintenance some areas better than others.
Esther Hopkins
Beautiful picturesque views. Most staff were friendly. The gentleman with the reservations was stellar. While there, one seemed to be lacking social skills but was helpful. The other was friendly but not very knowledgeable. I have been coming here for over 30 years, so seeing the place turning to rubbish is hard. Definitely some safety concerns like the stairs. They are working on the roads, so hopefully, that gets better. No pool or hot tub. Also, the women's bathrooms in the old pool area is inoperable. They had no boat rentals. No longer can claim a resort at all. That being said it was a beautiful marina trailer park. We were lucky enough to get a waterfront rv spot. Just beautiful. The club house was still kicking, and they have clean bathrooms.