Frequently Asked Questions!
What time is check-in? What time is check-out?
Check-in time is 3:30 PM
Check-out time is 1:30 PM
Cabin check-out time is 12:00 PM
WE DO NOT ALLOW EARLY CHECK-INS.
What are the site limits for people, vehicles, and tents?
2 vehicles are allowed per most campsite(s). Additional nightly fee applies for 2nd vehicle.
No vehicles are allowed with hiker-biker site reservation.
Motorcycles, cargo trailers, and boat trailers are considered extra vehicles.
RV site = 8 people 1 RV & tow vehicle OR 1 truck & trailer OR 1 truck w/camper & boat trailer. 1 tent and 1 extra vehicle may be added with nightly fee.
BLUE tent site = 10 people 1 tent & 1 vehicle. 1 RV may be used if RV fits in site driveway. 1 extra tent & 1 extra vehicle may be added with nightly fee.
BROWN tent site = 6 people 1 tent & 1 vehicle. No RVs. 1 extra vehicle may be added with nightly fee.
HIKER-BIKER (GREEN) tent site = 2 people. 1 tent.
CABINS = 6 people 1 vehicle. No RVs in cabin parking area. No tents. 1 extra vehicle may be added with nightly fee.
MOBILE MINI CABINS = 3 people inside cabin, up to 5 people inside tent on site 1 tent & 1 vehicle. 1 vehicle may be added with nightly fee.
What if I arrive late for my reservation?
If you arrive late and staff have left or turned in for the evening, please proceed to your site and check in the following day.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes! We LOVE dogs! Dogs must be kept on a 6-foot leash and be under physical control at all times. Dogs may not be left unattended at any time.
How do I make or cancel a reservation?
The easiest way for you to make your reservation is online at reservations.co.tillamook.or.us. If you wish to speak with staff, call (503) 322-3522. If staff are unable to answer your call, be sure to leave a message.
Call (503) 322-3522 or email us at parks@co.tillamook.or.us if it becomes necessary to cancel your reservation. If staff are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message.
Who can make a reservation?
You must be at least 18 years of age to make a reservation. The registered camper is directly responsible for the activities of everyone at the site, as well as financially responsible for any damages that occur.
How long can I stay in a campground?
You may book a campsite for 14 consecutive days. After 14 consecutive days of camping, you must be checked out of our system for 14 days. After that time, you may make another reservation.
The maximum number of nights allowed in our Cabins is 3 nights.
Where can I build a fire?
Campfires are allowed in our campsites within County fire rings only. Portable fire pits are not permitted. Portable, propane-powered tabletop cookstoves are allowed.
Beach fires are regulated by Oregon State Parks and are allowed only within dry sand at least 50 feet from any grass and driftwood.
Any fire restrictions or bans may be announced suddenly if favorable conditions exist.
Can I bring firewood from home?
Please help us protect the Oregon Coast and the Pacific Northwest from invasive species by purchasing your firewood close to your destination location or at the campground you are visiting. For more information, visit https://www.dontmovefirewood.org.
What is Hiker-Biker camping?
Hiker-Biker camping refers to sites that are created and held for use by those traveling via people-power. If you are hiking the Oregon Coast Trail, biking the Oregon Coast Bike Route, running, skateboarding, or otherwise traveling without a vehicle, you may reserve one of our Hiker-Biker campsites. Hiker-Biker campsites are limited to 2 people and 1 tent.
Can I use fireworks?
NO!
FIREWORKS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TILLAMOOK COUNTY PARKS DAY USE OR CAMPGROUND FACILITIES.
Can I use an off-road vehicle inside the campgrounds?
No.
The use of any unregistered off-road vehicles is prohibited inside any Tillamook County Parks campground. This includes, dirtbikes, quads, side-by-sides, golf carts, or any other unregistered motorized vehicle.
What are the rules about noise?
Campground quiet hours are 10 PM - 7 AM.
What is day use? Can I park overnight?
Day use hours at all boat launches and day use areas are from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Day use hours at all campground locations are from 8 AM to 8 PM.
Camping is allowed with valid reservations in campgrounds only.
Are campsites considered day use areas?
No.
You must have a valid reservation to use a campsite.
I want to visit for the day. Do I need to pay to park? How do I pay?
You will have to pay $10.00 to park your vehicle at most Tillamook County Parks Department or Pacific City Parking Management facilities during day use hours.
Day use hours are from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM at boat launches and day use areas not associated with a campground.
Day use hours are from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM at Barview Jetty, Kilchis River, Trask River, Webb, Whalen Island, and Woods County Campgrounds.
Depending on the facility, you will have the option to pay with cash or credit card. Signage and instructions are located at each facility.
The following day-use parking areas accept credit card payments only:
Cape Kiwanda Recreation Area
Pacific City Turnaround
Barview Jetty County Campground
Bayocean Peninsula
I'm visiting for the day. Do I have to pay a parking fee at each location?
No. Your single-day Day Use Access Pass allows unlimited day use parking at any Tillamook County Parks Department or Pacific City Parking Management facility for that one day.
I'm currently camping! Do I need to purchase a parking pass?
If you are currently camping with us and have a valid campground window tag, your camping tag acts as a parking pass. Be sure to display it prominently while parked at any Tillamook County Parks Department or Pacific City Parking Management Facility.
Where can I purchase an Annual Day Use Access Pass?
You can purchase your Annual Day Use Access Pass online at https://reservations.co.tillamook.or.us, or over the phone at (503) 322-3522.
Where can I use my Annual Day Use Access Pass?
Your Annual Day Use Access Pass allows for day use parking for one (1) vehicle at any Tillamook County Parks or Pacific City Parking Management facility.
How long is my Annual Day Use Access Parking Pass valid?
Your Tillamook County Parks Department Annual Day Use Access Pass is valid from January 1 to December 31 of the current calendar year.
Can I use my Annual Day Use Access Parking Pass in other vehicles?
Yes! Tillamook County Parks Department Annual Day Use Access Passes are fully transferable between vehicles.
I lost my Annual Day Use Access Parking Pass! Can I get another?
No. Tillamook County Parks Annual Day Use Access Passes are not replaceable if lost or stolen.
