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Waxmyrtle Campground

Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Waxmyrtle Campground is a campground in Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon with 53 campsites. Waxmyrtle Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Waxmyrtle Campground is located at 43.8753° N, 124.1442° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Waxmyrtle Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

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

Published by Recreation.gov for Waxmyrtle Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Waxmyrtle Campground

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Standard 53

What an RV fits

20–24 ft1 site
25–29 ft3 sites
30–34 ft2 sites
35–39 ft7 sites
40–44 ft16 sites
45–49 ft9 sites
50–54 ft3 sites
55–59 ft3 sites
60–64 ft3 sites
65–69 ft2 sites
70–74 ft2 sites
85–89 ft2 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Dune · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife, stargazing, offroad.

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

Every site is in the AREA WAXMYRTLE CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
002	Standard	8	44 ft
003	Standard	8	47 ft
004	Standard	8	43 ft
005	Standard	8	60 ft
006	Standard	8	60 ft
007	Standard	8	65 ft
008	Standard	8	43 ft
010	Standard	8	43 ft
011	Standard	8	43 ft
012	Standard	8	48 ft
013	Standard	8	85 ft
014	Standard	8	40 ft
015	Standard	8	35 ft
016	Standard	8	61 ft
017	Standard	8	35 ft
018	Standard	8	40 ft
019	Standard	8	25 ft
020	Standard	8	70 ft
021	Standard	8	42 ft
022	Standard	8	85 ft
023	Standard	8	45 ft
024	Standard	8	29 ft
025	Standard	8	44 ft
026	Standard	8	38 ft
027	Standard	8	59 ft
028	Standard	8	46 ft
029	Standard	8	50 ft

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
030	Standard	8	45 ft
031	Standard	8	43 ft
032	Standard	8	30 ft
033	Standard	8	45 ft
034	Standard	8	44 ft
035	Standard	8	41 ft
036	Standard	8	30 ft
037	Standard	8	35 ft
038	Standard	8	49 ft
039	Standard	8	55 ft
040	Standard	8	41 ft
041	Standard	8	47 ft
042	Standard	8	67 ft
043	Standard	8	35 ft
044	Standard	8	51 ft
045	Standard	8	50 ft
046	Standard	8	40 ft
047	Standard	8	47 ft
48A	Standard	8	37 ft
48B	Standard	8	24 ft
049	Standard	8	25 ft
050	Standard	8	43 ft
051	Standard	8	36 ft
052	Standard	8	72 ft
053	Standard	8	43 ft
054	Standard	8	59 ft

About Waxmyrtle Campground

Overview

Waxmyrtle Campground is located 8 miles south of Florence within the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The campground is situated near the beach, several hiking trails, and a non-motorized section of open dunes. These nearby attractions, combined with excellent campground amenities, make Waxmyrtle an ideal camping destination. Waxmyrtle also borders the picturesque Siltcoos River Estuary, where wildlife viewing is a popular pastime for campers.

Recreation

The campground serves as the starting point for the Waxmyrtle Trail, which follows the Siltcoos River as it winds its way to the Pacific Ocean. Other nearby trails include the Lagoon Trail and the Chief Tsiltcoos Trail. Nearby off-road vehicle trails and open dune riding areas provide hours of fun for off-road enthusiasts.

Facilities

Camping is available from May 1 through September 30 and amenities include drinking water, a campground host, flush toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, recycling, and trash collection. Parking aprons are paved.

Natural Features

The campground is located near the Siltcoos River and is situated among shore pine, huckleberry, and other coastal shrubs and conifers. Many sites are surrounded by a thick wall of coastal shrubbery, providing ample privacy from neighboring sites. The campground is part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, which is known for its wind-sculpted sand dunes towering up to 500 feet above sea level.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 271-6000.

Nearby Attractions

Siltcoos Lake offers bass, cutthroat trout, and rainbow trout fishing. The Siltcoos off-highway vehicle staging area is located less than 1 mile west of the campground on the Siltcoos Beach Access Road.

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 Waxmyrtle Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Waxmyrtle 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.

No RV hookups available in this campground

All vehicles must stay within striped paved areas

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.

2 vehicle limit per campsite

Due to Snowy Plover critical nesting season certain activities are limited from March 15th through September 15th. Visit Siuslaw Alerts and Notices for more details.

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.

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.

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Waxmyrtle Campground FAQ

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

Waxmyrtle Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 53 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

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

Cancellations happen frequently at Waxmyrtle 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 Waxmyrtle Campground have?

Waxmyrtle Campground has 53 campsites.