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Tahkenitch Campground in Oregon
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Tahkenitch Campground

Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Tahkenitch Campground is a campground in Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon with 23 campsites. Tahkenitch Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Tahkenitch Campground is located at 43.7958Β° N, 124.1490Β° W.
people allowed on each site
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Tahkenitch Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
  • Maximum stay: 14 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Tahkenitch Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Tahkenitch Campground

  • Tent 13
  • Standard 10
  • Accessible 1

What an RV fits

  • 17 ft1 site
  • 19 ft1 site
  • 20 ft1 site
  • 21 ft3 sites
  • 25 ft2 sites
  • 36 ft1 site
  • 50 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest Β· Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.

All sites at Tahkenitch Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA TAHKENITCH CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVAccess
01Tent8--
02Tent8--
03Tent8--
04Tent8--
05Tent8--
06Standard821 ft-
07Standard825 ft-
08Tent8--
09Tent8--
10Standard817 ft-
11Standard819 ft-
12Tent8--
14Standard821 ft-
15Standard821 ft-
16Tent8--
18Standard836 ft-
19Tent8--
21Tent8--
23Tent8--
26Tent8--
27Standard825 ft-
29Standard850 ftAccessible
30Standard820 ft-

About Tahkenitch Campground

Overview

Tahkenitch Campground is a beautiful camping destination located in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, 8 miles north of Reedsport. The campground offers some very secluded sites surrounded by local coastal shrubbery, with some other sites that are more open. Three hiking trails can be accessed next to the campground, leading to Threemile Lake and the Tahkenitch Dunes.

Across the road is Tahkenitch Lake. The name Tahkenitch means "lake of many fingers." Fishing here can be relaxing and rewarding.

Recreation

The adjacent day use area serves as the trailhead for Tahkenitch Dunes Trail, Threemile Lake Trail, and Threemile Lake South Trail. All three trails are good for sand play and scenery. Tahkenitch Dunes Trail goes through a mile of conifer forest, opening onto the dunes with views of the ocean. The trail then enters a smaller stand of shore pine and completes its journey at the Pacific Coast.

Boating and fishing are popular at nearby Tahkenitch Lake. Fishing may yield cutthroat and steelhead trout, largemouth bass, and yellow perch.

Facilities

This facility has 23 campsites and 1 host site. All sites are currently available by reservation only. The campground is equipped with campfire rings, drinking water, flush toilets, and picnic tables. Parking aprons are paved and the nearest waste station is at Honeyman State Park, about 10 miles north of campground. No electric hookups are available.

Natural Features

The campground is within reach of coastal forests, expansive dunes, Tahkenitch Lake, and the Pacific Ocean. Many sites are heavily wooded and secluded, separated by a thick understory.

Douglas fir and wild berries can be seen throughout the campground. The lake spans 1,674 acres. Roosevelt elk, pelicans, sea lions, and bald eagles are just some of the wildlife that live in this area.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is a few miles from off-road vehicle trails on the dunes.

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.

Rules and notices at Tahkenitch Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Tahkenitch Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Guidelines for a safe visit to the Siuslaw National Forest

The Siuslaw’s campgrounds, day use areas, and trails continue to be open for public enjoyment . While you are visiting the Forest, please adhere to the following guidelines. These guidelines will help ensure a safe and healthy visit for you and your family, our employees and volunteers, and other visitors:

Please keep in mind that restrooms are generally cleaned and disinfected at least once daily at the more popular campgrounds and day use sites, and once to three times a week at other sites.

Be prepared to provide your own soap, sanitizer, or disinfectant.

If no trash receptacle is provided, please protect your public lands by packing out your waste and trash.

Forest Service-operated campsites on the Siuslaw National Forest are currently available by online reservation only.

Visitors can make reservations online through this website (preferred), or via phone by calling the recreation.gov phone line at 877-444-6777. If you call this number, please be prepared for longer-than-usual wait times. Please note that the Siuslaw National Forest does not have any control over the recreation.gov phone line, so we ask you to please prepare by making reservations well in advance.

There is a 14-day in 30 rolling days camping limit on the Siuslaw National Forest. The 14 days does not have to be consecutive. The 14-day limit covers the entire Siuslaw National Forest and not just this campground as shown in the Rules Section . This means you cannot go to other campgrounds on the Siuslaw National Forest after reaching the 14-day limit.

No RV hookups provided

Sites must occupied within first 24 hours of arrival time. Otherwise unoccupied sites will be considered a "no-show" and will be released.

For more information on Siuslaw National Forest, click here

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

This campground is located in close proximity to multiple lakes and wetlands. Due to this, there can be an abundance of mosquitoes between the months of April and August. Please be prepared for this.

Tahkenitch Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Tahkenitch Campground?

Tahkenitch Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 23 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Tahkenitch Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Tahkenitch Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Tahkenitch Campground have?

Tahkenitch Campground has 23 campsites.

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