**Want to go camping?** Camping season is generally May-October. Reserve a
site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive
for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You must
download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the
drainage.

The Nestucca River Recreation Area takes travelers along a slow, leisurely
route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range on the Nestucca River National
Back Country Byway. The Byway runs adjacent to the Nestucca River. Whether you
are exploring by car, motorcycle or bicycle, you'll find a riverside picnic
table or camping spot at any of four BLM campgrounds located along the route.
There are 37 campsites in the Alder Glen, Dovre, Fan Creek and Elk Bend
Recreation Sites that offer steel fire rings, picnic tables, potable water and
restrooms.

## Know Before You Go

  * Camping is limited to Alder Glen, Dovre, Fan Creek, and Elk Bend Campgrounds.
  * Fires are limited to the steel fire rings or BBQ grills provided.
  * Firewood collection is NOT allowed at the developed campgrounds.
  * Trash: Pack-it in, pack-it out.
  * Caution: Log trucks may be encountered throughout the year. The Byway is open year-round but may become hazardous due to snow and ice.

## Point of Interest

The Nestucca OHV Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and
includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV are permits
required.

<p><strong>Want to go camping? </strong>Camping season is generally May-October. Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on <a href="http://recreation.gov" rel="nofollow">recreation.gov</a> or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov Mobile App</a>. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage.</p><p>The Nestucca River Recreation Area takes travelers along a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range on the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway. The Byway runs adjacent to the Nestucca River. Whether you are exploring by car, motorcycle or bicycle, you'll find a riverside picnic table or camping spot at any of four BLM campgrounds located along the route. There are 37 campsites in the Alder Glen, Dovre, Fan Creek and Elk Bend Recreation Sites that offer steel fire rings, picnic tables, potable water and restrooms.</p><h2>Know Before You Go</h2><ul><li>Camping is limited to Alder Glen, Dovre, Fan Creek, and Elk Bend Campgrounds.</li><li>Fires are limited to the steel fire rings or BBQ grills provided.</li><li>Firewood collection is NOT allowed at the developed campgrounds.</li><li>Trash: Pack-it in, pack-it out.</li><li>Caution: Log trucks may be encountered throughout the year. The Byway is open year-round but may become hazardous due to snow and ice.</li></ul><h2>Point of Interest</h2><p>The Nestucca OHV Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/ATV/Pages/ATV-permits.aspx" rel="nofollow">Oregon ATV are permits required</a>.</p>

## Overview

**Want to camp? Reserve your spot now!**

Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend
remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd
Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be
turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water.

Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when
you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You
must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in
the drainage.

A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Alder
Glen is the Bureau of Land Management’s eastern most campground in the
Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River
National Back Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic
River . The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds
through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing
opportunities and beauty.

## Recreation

A small campground offering 11 campsites in the Oregon Coast Range.

## Facilities

Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area.
Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing
potable drinking water. The campground also has an accessible trail to access
a fishing/viewing platform.

## Natural Features

Nestucca Wild and Scenic River

## Nearby Attractions

Nestucca River Back Country Byway

The Upper Nestucca OHV Area is located off the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and
includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits required.

## Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more
information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Want to camp? Reserve your spot now!</strong></p>
<p>Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water.</p>
<p>Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov Mobile App</a>. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage. </p>
<p>A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Alder Glen is the Bureau of Land Management’s eastern most campground in the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated <a href="https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php" rel="nofollow">Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</a> . The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A small campground offering 11 campsites in the Oregon Coast Range.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area. Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing potable drinking water. The campground also has an accessible trail to access a fishing/viewing platform.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nestucca River Back Country Byway</p>

<p>The Upper Nestucca OHV Area is located off the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/ATV/Pages/ATV-permits.aspx" rel="nofollow">Oregon ATV permits required</a>. </p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.</p>
<p>Visit <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> for more information.</p>

**Campsite fee of $15 per night includes one vehicle per site.** Extra camping
vehicle fee of $5 each is collected at the site. Additional service fees apply
and are non-refundable.

Cash or check made out to Bureau of Land Management is accepted. Fee envelope
receipt stub must be displayed on the dash.

accessible path to river

portal sign at Alder Glen

View of waterfall from campsite 9 in Alder Glen

Alder Glen waterfall

Vault toilet near Alder Glen campground entrance

Alder Glen campground vault toilet near entrance

Accessible path to river view platform at Alder Glen

river viewing platform and accessible path at Alder Glen

campground road

Portal sign and entrance to Alder Glen Campground

Alder Glen campground entrance and portal sign

fee station at Alder Glen

Vault toilet near Alder Glen campground exit

Alder Glen campground vault toilet near exit

Alder Glen waterfall view from campsite 9

Alder Glen Recreation Site

## Overview

**Want to camp?**

Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend
remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd
Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be
turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water. Reserve a
site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive
for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You must
download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the
drainage.

A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Dover is
the Bureau of Land Management’s western most campground in the Nestucca River
Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back
Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic River
(https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php). The Byway takes travelers on a
slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca
River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty.

## Recreation

A small campground offering 10 campsites and a group shelter in the Oregon
Coast Range.

## Facilities

Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area.
Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing
potable drinking water.

There are two river access points for the campground that are located in site
#6.

## Natural Features

Nestucca Wild and Scenic River

## Nearby Attractions

Nestucca River Back Country Byway, Upper Nestucca OHV Riding Area

The Nestucca OHV Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and
includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits required.

## Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more
information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Want to camp?</strong></p>
<p>Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water. Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/" rel="nofollow">recreation.gov</a> or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov Mobile App</a>. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage. </p>

<p>A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Dover is the Bureau of Land Management’s western most campground in the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic River (<a href="https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php" rel="nofollow">https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php</a>). The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A small campground offering 10 campsites and a group shelter in the Oregon Coast Range.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area. Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing potable drinking water.</p>
<p>There are two river access points for the campground that are located in site #6. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nestucca River Back Country Byway, Upper Nestucca OHV Riding Area </p>
<p>The Nestucca OHV Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/ATV/Pages/ATV-permits.aspx" rel="nofollow">Oregon ATV permits</a> required.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.</p>
<p>Visit <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> for more information.</p>

**Campsite fee of $15 per night includes one vehicle per site.** Extra camping
vehicle fee of $5 each is collected at the site. Additional service fees apply
and are non-refundable.

Cash or check made out to Bureau of Land Management is accepted. Fee envelope
receipt stub must be displayed on the dash.  

Shelter fee is $50 per day. Additional service fees apply and are non-
refundable.

Dovre picnic shelter

River Loop vault toilet in Dovre Campground

vault toilet in river loop in Dovre Campground

portal sign of Dovre Campground

Dovre Campground portal sign

Camp loop vault toilet in Dovre Campground

vault toilet in camp loop in Dovre Campground

Dovre campground site 7

fee station at Dovre campground entrance

Dovre Recreation Site

## Overview

**Want to camp?**

Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend
remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd
Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be
turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water.

Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when
you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You
must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in
the drainage.

A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Elk Bend
is the Bureau of Land Management’s group campground within the Nestucca River
Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back
Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic River. The Byway
takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast
Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty.

## Recreation

A small group campground offering 5 individual campsites in the Oregon Coast
Range.

## Facilities

Each campsite contains a picnic table and fire ring. A centralized paved
parking area is centralized up on the Nestucca Back Country Byway. There is
one vault toilet and seasonal potable drinking water.

## Natural Features

Nestucca Wild and Scenic River

## Nearby Attractions

The Nestucca Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry
Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits
required.

## Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies  for more
information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Want to camp? </strong></p>
<p>Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water.</p>
<p>Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/" rel="nofollow">recreation.gov</a> or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov Mobile App</a>. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage. </p>
<p>A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Elk Bend is the Bureau of Land Management’s group campground within the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated <a href="https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php" rel="nofollow">Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</a>. The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A small group campground offering 5 individual campsites in the Oregon Coast Range.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each campsite contains a picnic table and fire ring. A centralized paved parking area is centralized up on the Nestucca Back Country Byway. There is one vault toilet and seasonal potable drinking water.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Nestucca Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/ATV/Pages/ATV-permits.aspx" rel="nofollow">Oregon ATV permits required</a>. </p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.</p>
<p>Visit <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies </a> for more information.</p>

Campground fee of $75 per night up to 25 people. Each additional person is
$2.50 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable.

Elk Bend view

Elk Bend accessible path

Elk Bend accessible campsite

Elk Bend parking area

Elk Bend Recreation Site

## Overview

**Want to camp?**

Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend
remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd
Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be
turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water. Reserve a
site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive
for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You must
download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the
drainage.

A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Fan
Creek is one of the Bureau of Land Management’s middle campgrounds within the
Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River
National Back Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic
River . The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds
through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing
opportunities and beauty.

## Recreation

A small campground offering 11 campsites and a group shelter in the Oregon
Coast Range.

## Facilities

Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area.
Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing
potable drinking water. The campground also has an accessible trail to access
a fishing/viewing platform.

## Natural Features

Nestucca Wild and Scenic River

## Nearby Attractions

The Nestucca Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry
Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits
required .

## Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more
information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Want to camp?</strong></p>
<p>Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water. Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/" rel="nofollow">recreation.gov</a> or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov Mobile App</a>. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage.   </p>
<p>A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Fan Creek is one of the Bureau of Land Management’s middle campgrounds within the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated <a href="https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php" rel="nofollow">Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</a> . The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A small campground offering 11 campsites and a group shelter in the Oregon Coast Range.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area. Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing potable drinking water. The campground also has an accessible trail to access a fishing/viewing platform.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Nestucca Wild and Scenic River</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Nestucca Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/ATV/Pages/ATV-permits.aspx" rel="nofollow">Oregon ATV permits required</a> .</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.</p>
<p>Visit <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> for more information.</p>

Nestucca River Recreation Area

Know Before You Go

Point of Interest

Directions

Reviews

Campgrounds

Alder Glen Recreation Site

Dovre Recreation Site

Elk Bend Recreation Site

Fan Creek Recreation Site