Alder Dune
Campground · Oregon · 39 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Siuslaw National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 39
- Bookable sites
- 75 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 111 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Alder Dune Campground sits in a lush coastal forest between Alder and Dune Lakes in western Oregon.The campground, in the Central Coast Ranger District, boasts 39 campsites with privacy created by walls of beautiful native shrubbery.
Recreation
The quiet ambiance at the campground is ideal for wildlife viewing. Both Alder and Dune Lakes are stocked with rainbow trout several times a year for enjoyable fishing.A trail system starting at the day-use area leads guests through an easy to moderate journey around Alder Lake and over sand dunes, where it connects to Sutton Trail and heads to a Pacific Coast beach.
Facilities
The day-use area is nearest to Dune Lake, and the northern loop of the campground runs along Alder Lake. Pit toilets and drinking water are available at the nicely shaded campground. Roads are paved.Natural Features
Alder Dune sits in the Siuslaw National Forest. The forest is located in the coast mountain range of Oregon and is one of the two forests in the continental United States bordering the Pacific Ocean. Thick Douglas fir forests contrast sharply with miles of open sand dunes, beaches and freshwater lakes.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Nearby Attractions
Heceta Beach is located nearby, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy the Pacific Ocean.The facts
- Season: Year Round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 39 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 75 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: ALDER DUNE
Site types
- 39 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
39 campsites at Alder Dune
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 52 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 62 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 39 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 18 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 41 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 51 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 39 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 26 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 021 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 54 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 022 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 41 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 024 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 51 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 030 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 031 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 59 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 59 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 034 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 035 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 49 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 036 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 037 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 038 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 039 | ALDER DUNE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Florence, Oregon, drive 6 miles north on Highway 101. The campground is located on the west side of the highway.
44.06917, -124.10194 · 44°4'9.0"N 124°6'7.0"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 10.5 | 6.8 | 8.7 | 6.2 | 3.4 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 4.9 | 9.3 | 10.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Alder Dune
- Can you reserve a site at Alder Dune?
- Yes, Alder Dune is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Alder Dune have?
- 39 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Alder Dune?
- 75 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Alder Dune?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Alder Dune.
- Are campfires allowed at Alder Dune?
- Campfires are allowed at Alder Dune. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Alder Dune also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Alder Dune's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $31/Night for single unit; $9 day use fee; $10 extra vehicle. All prices are subject to local taxes.
Restrictions:
- Camping Regulations
- 8 person limit
- Metal detection policy
Camping near Alder Dune
- Sutton Campground 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Horse Creek Campground 2.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- South Jetty Sand Camping 8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Rock Creek Oregon Coast (Siuslaw National Forest, OR) 8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Tyee Campground - Oregon Dunes 12.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Baker Beach Campground 1.5 mi · Campground
- Rock Creek Wilderness 8 mi · Facility
- Rock Creek Campground 8.1 mi · Campground
- Ocean Beach Day Use 8.3 mi · Facility
- North Fork Siuslaw Campground 8.4 mi · Campground
- Tyee Campground 12.9 mi · Campground
- Cummins Creek Wilderness 12.9 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 541-997-2526
- Email Help.Siuslaw.CentralCoast@AmericanLL.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-22.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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