Nehalem Bay State Park - United States
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RV quick facts for Nehalem Bay State Park
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full hookups | No full hookups; electrical sites with water are available at the main campground |
| Dump station | Dump station on site at the campground |
| Max RV length | Most electrical sites accommodate RVs up to about 60 ft; confirm site length at reservation |
| Reservation window | Reservations open up to 6 months in advance through Oregon State Parks |
| Cell service | Generally available from major carriers in the Manzanita area, variable inside the campground |
| Road restrictions | Access via U.S. Highway 101; no tunnels or low clearances on the final approach from Manzanita |
| Pets | Leashed pets allowed in the campground and on the beach |
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RV Rentals Nehalem Bay State Park
Nehalem Bay State Park, OR, United States
How to get to Nehalem Bay State Park
The park is reached via a short access road off U.S. Highway 101 just south of Manzanita, roughly 1.5 hours (about 85 miles) west of Portland and about 25 miles south of Seaside. RVers from Portland typically take U.S. 26 west to Highway 101, a mountainous route with grades and curves through the Coast Range but no tunnels or low-clearance structures of note. The nearest major airport for fly-and-rent trips is Portland International Airport (PDX).
Best time to visit Nehalem Bay State Park
July through September offers the driest, warmest weather and the best conditions for beach walks, paddling, and biking, though campsites book up well in advance. Late spring and early fall are strong shoulder seasons with fewer crowds and easier reservations, though rain and wind pick up by October. Winter brings storm watching and quiet beaches, but expect persistent rain, gusty coastal winds, and short daylight hours.
Wet and windy; storm-watching season
Cool and rainy
Snowy plover beach restrictions begin March 15
Showers common; pleasant between fronts
Drier and greener
Coastal fog common in the mornings
Peak season; reserve well ahead
Warmest, driest month; busy campground
Snowy plover beach restrictions end September 15
Rain returns; quieter shoulder season
Wet, windy, short days
Storm season; open year round
Things to do at Nehalem Bay State Park
- Beach walking on the Nehalem Spit EasyRV parking available
The park fronts roughly four miles of wide sandy beach along the Pacific Ocean. Beach access trails cross the low foredune from the campground, with RV parking at the day-use area.
- Paddling Nehalem Bay EasyRV parking available
The calm, protected waters of Nehalem Bay are well suited to kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. A boat ramp on the bay side of the spit provides launch access with trailer parking.
- Horseback riding on the beach ModerateRV parking available
Nehalem Bay is one of the few Oregon State Parks with a dedicated horse camp and direct beach access for riders. Equestrian sites have larger pull-throughs that also fit horse trailers and trucks.
- Paved bike path EasyRV parking available
A paved multi-use path loops through the campground and connects to day-use areas and the jetty trail. It is flat, short, and family-friendly for cyclists of all ages.
- Jetty and south spit viewpoint Moderate
A trail and service road lead south along the spit to the Nehalem River jetty, offering views of the bay mouth, seabirds, and occasional seals. Wind and blowing sand are common near the tip.
- Wildlife and bird watching EasyRV parking available
The spit hosts a resident Roosevelt elk herd, black-tailed deer, and shorebirds, with bald eagles and osprey overhead. Early morning near the dunes and bay edges is prime viewing time.
- Day trip to Oswald West State Park Moderate
Oswald West State Park lies about 10 miles north on Highway 101 and offers old-growth rainforest trails to Short Sand Beach and Cape Falcon. Trailhead lots are small, so larger RVs are best left at Nehalem Bay for a tow-vehicle day trip.
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