Can you reserve a site at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?

Yes, Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) have?

38 sites in total, of which 21 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?

32 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground).

Are campfires allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?

Campfires are allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground), Oregon — 21 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Reserve a site at Alsea Falls on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage.

Alsea Falls Recreation Site is located along a Bureau of Land Management National Back Country Byway, located in the Oregon Coast Range, 13 miles west of Monroe, Oregon, in Benton County. Alsea Falls is open for camping the first weekend in May through the end of September of each year. Day use is open year round. The South Fork of the Alsea River flows through the Alsea Falls Recreation Site, cascading down 30 feet to form Alsea Falls in the day use area.

Recreation

The beautiful surroundings of Alsea Falls can be enjoyed by exploring the trails that wander through the area and lead to the picnic grounds and beyond. On a warm day, Alsea Falls Recreation Site offers cool relief along the river.
During the winter months, the South Fork of the Alsea River provides excellent salmon and steelhead fishing. Be sure to check with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for current fishing regulations.

Facilities

This recreation area has 16 individual campsites; all are reservable. No first come-first served availability, however, you can come by on a nightly basis to camp if the site is not reserved until the reservation holder arrives. Amenities within the campground include drinking water and vault toilets. Several campsites can accommodate large RVs or trailers: up to 32 feet long. A site map is available here.

Natural Features

Forests in all stages of growth line South Fork Alsea National Back Country Byway. The nearby South Fork Alsea River offers painters and photographers endless opportunities to capture the natural beauty of Alsea Falls and the surrounding area. Old growth Douglas fir and western red cedar forests can be seen on the nearby ridges, while younger Douglas fir and vine maples provide a pleasant atmosphere at the Alsea Falls Recreation Site.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (503) 375-5646 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

The Fall Creek Day-Use Trailhead offers over 12 miles of mountain bike specific trails. Hikers can use these trails as well.
Green Peak Falls with a drop of 45 feet is accessed by road or trail through the private campground of McBee Park. Follow the markers along the trail and road.
Alsea Trout Hatchery is north of the town of Alsea.

Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.

The facts

21 bookable sites
38 sites in total, including non-bookable
17 sites for day use only
6 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 32 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: Campground, Picnic Loop, Tent Loop

Site types

17 Management
16 Standard Nonelectric
5 Walk To

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

38 campsites at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Access	Water	Max rig	People
01	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	32 ft	8	🐾
02	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	32 ft	8	🐾
03	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	🐾
04	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	🐾
05	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
06	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	🐾
07	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
08	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
09	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	🐾
10	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
11	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
12	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	🐾
13	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	8	🐾
14	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	—	32 ft	16	🐾
15	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
16	Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	32 ft	16	🐾
06	Picnic Loop	Management	—	—	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
07	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
08	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
09	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
10	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
11	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
12	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
13	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
14	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
15	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
16	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
17	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
18	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
19	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
20	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
21	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
22	Picnic Loop	Management	—	Paved	—	—	—	15 ft	6	🐾
T1	Tent Loop	Walk To	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	15 ft	6	🐾
T2	Tent Loop	Walk To	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	15 ft	6	🐾
T3	Tent Loop	Walk To	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	15 ft	6	🐾
T4	Tent Loop	Walk To	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	15 ft	6	🐾
T5	Tent Loop	Walk To	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	15 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Corvallis: Take Hwy 99W south about 15 miles. Turn right on Alpine Road, follow for approximately 9 miles. Alpine Road turns into South Fork Road. Follow about 4 miles to the Alsea Falls Campground on the right.

From Alsea: Travel south from the town Alsea on Alsea-Deadwood Hwy for about 1 mile. Turn left on the South Fork Road and follow for approximately 8.5 miles (stay on main paved road). Pass the Alsea Falls Day-Use about 0.5 miles and turn left into the Alsea Falls Campground Entrance.

44.32056, -123.48782 · 44°19'14.0"N 123°29'16.2"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	8.0	6.3	6.7	4.5	2.7	1.3	0.3	0.4	1.5	4.1	7.6	10.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Northwest Oregon District Recreation Site Business Plan The $15, $20, and $40 campsite fee includes one vehicle per site. Extra camping vehicle fee of $5 each is collected at the site. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable. Cash or check made out to Bureau of Land Management is accepted. Fee envelope receipt stub must be displayed on the dash.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)

Can you reserve a site at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?: Yes, Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) have?: 38 sites in total, of which 21 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?: 32 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground).
Are campfires allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?: Campfires are allowed at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)

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Blackberry 17.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Canal Creek 22.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Whispering Pines Horse Camp 24.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
South Fork-Alsea River Back Country Byway 0.4 mi · Facility
Missouri Bend Recreation Site 11.6 mi · Facility
Marys Peak Campground 13.5 mi · Campground
River Edge Group Campground 16 mi · Campground
Alsea River Corridor 16.9 mi · Facility
Big Elk Campground 19.3 mi · Campground
Newport to Florence 19.9 mi · Facility
Canal Creek Group Campground 22 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)