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Siuslaw/Cape Perpetua Campground
Overview
Cape Perpetua Campground offers a quintessential Pacific Northwest experience within the Siuslaw National Forest. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, this park is nestled along the banks of Cape Creek, providing a serene environment where the old-growth forest meets the rugged coastline. It is a premier destination for travelers who value immediate access to nature and a tranquil atmosphere over modern luxury resort features.
Location & Surroundings
Located just three miles south of the charming town of Yachats, OR, the campground is situated within the heart of the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. The landscape is defined by towering Sitka spruce trees, moss-covered logs, and lush ferns. This location provides a unique opportunity to witness the power of the Pacific Ocean while staying in a protected, verdant canyon that feels worlds away from the highway.
Amenities & Park Features
As a traditional forest service site, the amenities focus on the essentials for a rustic stay. The campground provides potable water and vault toilets, though it lacks electricity, water, or sewer hookups. Each site features a sturdy picnic table and a fire ring for evening gatherings. RVers should note that space is limited; most sites are best suited for smaller RVs and trailers, typically accommodating lengths up to 22 feet.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Visitors are perfectly positioned to explore the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center and its extensive trail system. Iconic geological features like Thor’s Well and the Spouting Horn are just a short hike or drive away. For those who enjoy hiking, the Saint Perpetua Trail offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Oregon coastline, while the nearby Devil’s Churn showcases the dramatic energy of the incoming tide.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is ideal for nature enthusiasts and self-contained RVers who prefer a quiet, wooded atmosphere. It is perfect for those looking to disconnect from technology and immerse themselves in the coastal ecosystem. If you enjoy falling asleep to the sound of a bubbling creek and waking up near the rugged Oregon coast, this park fits your travel style perfectly.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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User Reviews
Matt
Insanely overpriced for no amenities camping. I blame the outsourcing of care to a for profit corporation. (American Land & Leisure) Everywhere you see that name, prices are x2 or x3 what it would otherwise be. If I see that name, I immediately leave. Do your part, boycott American Land & Leisure. Half the campgrounds they're supposed to be managing are closed anyway, so they do half the work and try to drive people into their crappy overpriced campground. Go anywhere else.
Scott Whitman
Great campground at back from the fog cold and wind of the coast amidst old growth forest and creek riparian zone. We camped with a tent and camper with two vehicles in a single site and had enough space and privacy. Camping is first come first serve so plan to arrive earlier towards check in time in the afternoon if you want specific spots. Great direct access from the campground to multiple nearby trails through Cape Perpetual leading to the nearby coast, visitor center, and deeper into the forests, so if hiking you don’t even need to drive from the campground. Assortment of pulling sites for RVs along with tent sites set farther back from the road, including some sites just for bikers and hikers, and a large group camp area at the end of the campground that is by reservation only.
Alice Madsen
We loved it so much we extended our stay; arrived FF: Site 33: 06/08-06/13 Best site !!! Camp host agreed. By a creek below the main road; it’s a fairy tale. Pretty sure it’s the largest campsite as we had plenty of space even with our 18’ long tent.
Carol Humphreys
The campground is clean and for the most part quiet. Lots of trails for amazing hikes.
John O'Neil Davidson
Special place. Nature trail adjacent to the campground is a must-do. You will take a walk through the coastal temperature rainforest from the largest spruce tree to an abundance of edible salmon berries down to the coastal feeder streams into craggy volcanic tide pools teeming with sea life of molluscan temperament and crawling across to the sand over the orange/purple starfish masses of life.