Cape Perpetua Campground

Oregon's Best Camping

Cape Perpetua tidepools, Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon
Cape Perpetua tidepools, Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon

Cape Perpetua Campground

Siuslaw National Forest


Cape Perpetua Campground

Cape Perpetua Campground is within the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area along the central Oregon coast, 2 miles south of Yachats. The Cape Perpetua Headlands stand 800 feet above the ocean, providing one of the most dramatic viewpoints along the Oregon Coast. On clear days visitors can see 37 miles out to sea and 70 miles up and down the coastline. The 2,700-acre scenic area includes miles of trails, picnic areas, tidepools (shown above), and a visitor center.

Cape Perpetua Campground is short distance inland along Cape Creek. The campground's 37 campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Campsites are arranged in a single line along Cape Creek and surrounded by a forest of Sitka spruce, Douglas fir, and alders. Twelve of the campsites are designated for tents only. There is also one Group Campsite.



Cape Perpetua Campground Basics
Cape Perpetua Campground Location: Off Highway 101, twenty-three miles north of Florence
Elevation: 100 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Florence - 23 miles
Newport - 26 miles
Eugene - 84 miles
Number of Sites: 37
Open - Closed: Open late-March through late September
Max. People per single site: 4 or 8 (including children)
Vehicles per single site: 2 if space permits, fee for 2nd vehicle
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by: American Land and Leisure (541) 547-4580
for Siuslaw National Forest:
(541) 563-8400
Information: Oregon Dunes Visitor Center: (541) 271-3611

Cape Perpetua Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available for campsite use from mid-March through September.
Reserve campsites from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival.
Maximum vehicle length: 45 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: #34-38 and the Group Site
A number of trails in the Scenic Area are accessible
Fees: $28 per night
Plus a $8 reservation fee
Campground Reservations: Cape Perpetua Campground Reservations
Campground Map: Cape Perpetua Campground Map
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM

Cape Perpetua Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring; no hook-ups
Campground: Flush toilets, piped water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near Cape Perpetua Campground: Stop at the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center for information about the Scenic Area. Hike the 0.8-mile Captain Cook Trail to the tidepools and past Thor's Well. Bring your camera along the Trail of the Restless Waters past the Devil's Churn.


Cape Perpetua Campground, Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon

Cape Perpetua Campground

Cape Perpetua Campground Group Campsite

Cape Perpetua Campground has 1 group site which can accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. The site includes a covered shelter and a group campfire. Reservations can be made from 4 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival date.
Fees: $154 per night plus tax and a $10 reservation fee

Key Cape Perpetua Campground Regulations

  1. Campfires may only be lit in provided fire rings.
  2. Help prevent the spread of invasive species by obtaining firewood locally.
  3. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  4. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.

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