Nehalem Falls Campground is 13 miles east of the coastal town of Manzanita in the Tillamook State Forest. Visitors make the short hike to the low falls and fish ladder along the Nehalem River. In times of high water the falls appear more like frothing rapids. A 0.9-mile loop trail leads through magnificent stands of old-growth Sitka spruce and western hemlock. Fishing is good nearby and swimming is possible downstream from the falls when water levels are safe. The pool directly below the falls is not safe.
Nehalem Falls Campground has 15 campsites for RVs, trailers and tents. In addition, there are 5 walk-to tent sites. All campsites except the group site are first-come, first-served. In recent years the campground has grown in popularity and usually fills on weekends. The campground includes a group site for up to 20 people.
| Nehalem Falls Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Nehalem Falls Campground Location: | Highway 53 east of Nehalem Bay, right on Miami Foley Rd., left on Foss Road and then go 6.9 miles to campground turnoff on left |
| Elevation: | 100 feet |
| Nearby Gateway Cities: | Manzanita - 13 miles
Cannon Beach - 27 miles Portland - 76 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 14 |
| Open - Closed: | Open late May through mid-September |
| Max. People per single site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per single site: | 2 vehicles included in price |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | Oregon Department of Forestry |
| Tillamook State Forest: | (503) 842-2545 |
| Campground Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations Available | All standard campsites at Nehalem Falls Campground are first-come, first-served.
The group site must be reserved ahead of arrival (see details below). |
| Maximum vehicle length: | 40 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | None indicated |
| Fees: | $20 per night | Check-in, check-out: | None indicated |
| Nehalem Falls Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, campfire ring; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, hand-pumped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Nehalem Falls Campground: | Enjoy the beautiful Nehalem River. Hike on a loop trail past the falls. Fish during fishing season. Swim in the river in safe locations when water levels are safe. |
Nehalem Falls Campground offers one group campsite for between 10 and 20 people, 6 vehicles, and 5 tents. Additional vehicles are $5 each per night. The group campsite is intended for camping activities only, not events such as class reunions or company picnics. The group site is available from late May through mid-September. Reservations must be made before then end of March.
Fees: $50 per night
Reservations: Group Campsite Reservations
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