Blackberry

BLACKBERRY

Part of Siuslaw National Forest

Overview

Blackberry Campground is perched on a heavily wooded bluff overlooking the Alsea River. The well-maintained campground offers plenty of fishing opportunities, including crawfishing. Swimming in the Alsea River is a popular summer activity.

Facilities

Some sites overlook the river and others are situated beside a large, manicured grassy field. Parking spurs are paved and each site is equipped with a campfire ring and picnic table.

No dump station or electric hookups are available. The nearest dump station is in Waldport.

Natural Features

Blackberry Campground sits among tall cedars and Douglas fir in the Siuslaw National Forest, where blackberry bushes are scattered on the forest floor. The Siuslaw encompasses over 630,000 acres and stretches from the lush forests of the coastal mountains to the Oregon Dunes and beaches of the Pacific Ocean.

The Alsea River flows 48.5 miles from the town of Alsea out to the Pacific Coast at Waldport and Alsea Bay.

Recreation

The Alsea River is a favorite spot for drift boating, and a boat ramp is located on-site. Anglers cast by boat or from shore for Coho and Chinook salmon and Steelhead trout. Crawfishing is also a popular activity. The shellfish can often be found along the riverbank.

The area is known for elk hunting, and the campground makes a great base camp for hunting parties.

Nearby Attractions

Sandy beaches stretch north and south of Waldport, just 20 minutes from the campground. Beautiful Cape Perpetua Scenic Area is another 15 minutes south of Waldport. Mary's Peak is the highest point in Oregon's Coast Range and has been designated a Scenic Botanical Area because of its rich, unique scenery and plants.

Important Notices

  • Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle
  • Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You may not move to another site.

  • No electric hookups at this facility
  • This campground has first-come, first-served sites
  • A fee will be charged for extra vehicles.
  • Click here for more information on the Siuslaw National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only. 

Available Activities

  • Hiking - Hiking
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Camping - Camping
  • Boating - Boating
  • Biking - Biking
  • Berry Picking - Berry Picking
  • Crawfishing - Crawfishing
  • Canoeing - Canoeing

Directions

From Waldport, Oregon, take State Route 34 east about 18 miles and turn right at the sign for the campground.

Contact Information

Phone: 541-528-7424

17686 E. Alsea Hwy
Tidewater, OR 97390

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