Tahkenitch Area

Facility · Oregon ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

19 ft
Elevation

Within easy access of Highway 101 Tahkenitch area, which is closed to OHV use, offers two traditional campgrounds, two boat launches and two trailheads are directly adjacent to Highway 101 and Tahkenitch Lake. The lake provides opportunities for bass fishing.

Tahkenitch Creek and Tahkenitch Dune trail provide opportunities to hike through the coastal forest, as well as access to the dunes and beach.

Getting there

43.80152, -124.12825 · 43°48'5.5"N 124°7'41.7"W

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Typical weather

Typically 71°F in Sep, down to 53°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F545556596366707071655853
Low °F393940424649525250464239
Precip in————————————

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.7 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 Tahkenitch Area

Can you reserve a site at Tahkenitch Area?
No. Tahkenitch Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Tahkenitch Area

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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