Nehalem Bay State Park is located on the Northern Oregon Coast in Mazanita, Oregon. This camp was fully updated in 2025 and has nice amenities. With trails around the bay and easy beach access, this camp books up quickly in the prime season so plan ahead.

Camp Overview

Campsites: 17 sites, mostly w/ 2 corrals each.
Fees: $25/night + $10 reservation fee. Additional vehicle $10/night.
Permits: None.
Popularity: Always full.
Elevation: Sea level.
Season: Year-round.
Cell Service: Verizon – full coverage.

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Getting There

Directions: Heading west on US-26 W toward Cannon Beach. Upon reaching the coastal town, turn south onto US-101 S. Continue for approximately 15 miles. At the town of Manzanita, turn right onto Laneda Ave., then turn left at the first cross street onto Classic St. Take Classic until it dead ends into Necarney City Rd/Garey St. Turn right. You’ll see signs directing you to Nehalem Bay State Park. Continue through the park following horse camp signs, through the main camp area all the way to the end of the park.

Google Directions: Map Link
GPS Coordinates: 45.70408, -123.91685
Road Conditions: Paved.
Gas Station: Shell – 36453 N Hwy 101, Nehalem, OR 97131 (small but the only one around)

Amenities & Camp Details

Stock Containment: Metal corrals. Portable corrals and highlines are not allowed.
Stock Water: Yes, multiple spigots.
Potable Water: Yes.
Manure Bin: Yes.
Trash/Dumpster: Yes.
Bathroom: Yes – flushing.
Day Use Parking: Yes.
Other: Ice and firewood generally available to purchase from park store.

Reserving Your Spot

Reservations: Link
Check In/Check Out: 4:00 PM check-in, 1:00 PM check-out.

Site Specifics:

Site 1: 2-horse stalls
Site 2: 2-horse stalls
Site 3: 4-horse stalls
Site 4: 2-horse stalls
Site 5: 4-horse stalls
Site 6: 2-horse stalls
Site 7: 2-horse stalls
Site 8: 2-horse stalls
Site 9: 2-horse stalls
Site 10: 2-horse stalls
Site 11: 2-horse stalls
Site 12: 2-horse stalls
Site 13: 2-horse stalls
Site 14: 2-horse stalls
Site 15: 4-horse stalls
Site 16: 2-horse stalls
Site 17: 4-horse stalls

Dumpsters: At park entrance. Sort your recycling as well.
Manure Dump: Near sites 15 and 14.

Nearby Trails & GPX Tracks:

WHT: Nehalem Beach Loop

Nearby Dispersed Camps

None.


Backcountry Camp Options

Not suitable for backcountry use.

Additional Resources

Camp Land Manager & Contact Info

Oregon State Parks
503-812-0650

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