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Umpqua Dunes
Thursday, August 31, 2017
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| Alt Names | Coos Bay, Winchester Bay And Florence, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, Siuslaw National Forest |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Located just outside Winchester, this area is in the center of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The day use area is located upon entering and the camping area is located at the southern section. Camping reservations are required from May 1 through September 30 but group reservations are required year-round.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Winchester Bay, OR | |||
| From: Reedsport, OR
1) Take US-101 south about 5 miles 2) Turn right (west) on Umpqua Lighthouse Road, continue .1 miles 3) Veer right to stay on Lighthouse Road, continue 1 mile 4) Turn left (south) on County Highway 251/Salmon Harbor Road, continue .5 miles 5) Day use staging area is on the left or continue about 2 miles to the Umpqua Sand Camping Area. |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Trail, Dunes |
| Land | National Forest, Nat Recreation |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Visitor Reviews & Comments) |
TERRAIN
| Climate Type | Coastal | |
| Elevation | 0 to 250 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack | None | |
| Sand |  All | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | None | |
| Trees |  Some | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Some |
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | OSP stickers required |
| Dates Open | Daily Year-Round | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (93 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Yes (108 inches) | Safety Flags Required |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTVs / SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4s / Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy/Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| Two Strokes / 2 Cycle Engines | No Restriction | |
| Helmets Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
| Bicycles | No Restriction | Not Recommended |
| Hiking | No Restriction | Not Recommended |
| Horseback | No Restriction | Not Recommended |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Alcohol | Some Areas | permitted in developed sites (campground, picnic/day use areas) |
| Fireworks | Prohibited | |
| Emergency / Law Enforcement | ||
| Insurance | *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that you have medical insurance and carry motorcycle insurance or ATV insurance before taking your vehicle to any of the locations depicted here. | |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | Yes ($5.00) Five Day Pass - $10, Annual Pass - $35 |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Group Site - $20/night |
| Comment | Annual and five day passes can be purchased at Oregon Dunes NRA Visitor Center (541) 271-6000. |
KEY SERVICES
 First Aid | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Lower Umpqua Hospital (541) 271-2171 |
 Gasoline | Winchester Bay, OR | |
| Diesel | Winchester Bay, OR | |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (N) | Discovery Point RV Park (541) 271-3443 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (N) | Discovery Point RV Park (541) 271-3443 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (N) | Discovery Point RV Park (541) 271-3443 |
| Campground | On Site | Umpqua Sand Camping Area |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pelican Market (541) 271-3950 |
 Swim Area | Winchester Bay, OR | |
 Water Body | On Site | Pacific Ocean |
 Boat Ramp | Winchester Bay, OR |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Oregon Dunes NRA Visitor Center 855 Highway Avenue Reedsport, OR 97467 (541) 271-6000 www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Recreation.gov (877) 444-6777 www.recreation.gov |
| Comment | campground reservation info |
| Contact Info | Oregon ATV Safety Education Card (877) 772-3359 atv.info@state.or.us www.rideatvoregon.org |
| Contact Info | Discovery Point Resort And RV Park 242 Discovery Pointe Lane Winchester, OR 97467 (541) 271-3443 www.discoverypointresort.com |
| Comment | offers direct dune access and ATV rentals |
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Umpqua Dunes OHV Area Photo
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Umpqua Dunes OHV Area Photo
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