Oregon · published-coordinate region
Alder Dune
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USDA Forest Service39Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
39Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Alder Dune Campground sits in a lush coastal forest between Alder and Dune Lakes in western Oregon.
The campground, in the Central Coast Ranger District, boasts 39 campsites with privacy created by walls of beautiful native shrubbery.Recreation
The quiet ambiance at the campground is ideal for wildlife viewing. Both Alder and Dune Lakes are stocked with rainbow trout several times a year for enjoyable fishing.
A trail system starting at the day-use area leads guests through an easy to moderate journey around Alder Lake and over sand dunes, where it connects to Sutton Trail and heads to a Pacific Coast beach.Facilities
The day-use area is nearest to Dune Lake, and the northern loop of the campground runs along Alder Lake. Pit toilets and drinking water are available at the nicely shaded campground. Roads are paved.Natural Features
Alder Dune sits in the Siuslaw National Forest. The forest is located in the coast mountain range of Oregon and is one of the two forests in the continental United States bordering the Pacific Ocean. Thick Douglas fir forests contrast sharply with miles of open sand dunes, beaches and freshwater lakes.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
Nearby Attractions
Heceta Beach is located nearby, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy the Pacific Ocean.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 39 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
39
Vehicle limit
39
Vehicle length
39
Driveway entry
39
Shade
39
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
39
Operator directions
From Florence, Oregon, drive 6 miles north on Highway 101. The campground is located on the west side of the highway.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
39 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 39 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 002 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 52 ft Tent: 52 ft Trailer: 52 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 003 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 62 ft Tent: 62 ft Trailer: 62 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 62 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 004 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 39 ft Tent: 39 ft Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 005 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 006 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2026-02-24 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 18 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 18 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 007 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 36 ft Tent: 36 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 008 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 009 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 010 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 41 ft Tent: 41 ft Trailer: 41 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 41 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 011 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 012 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 51 ft Tent: 51 ft Trailer: 51 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 51 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 013 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 014 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 44 ft Tent: 44 ft Trailer: 44 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 015 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 39 ft Tent: 39 ft Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 016 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 017 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 36 ft Tent: 36 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 018 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 44 ft Tent: 44 ft Trailer: 44 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 019 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 26 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 020 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 021 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 54 ft Tent: 54 ft Trailer: 54 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 54 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 022 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 43 ft Tent: 43 ft Trailer: 43 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 023 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 41 ft Tent: 41 ft Trailer: 41 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 41 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 024 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 43 ft Tent: 43 ft Trailer: 43 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 025 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 32 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 026 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 51 ft Tent: 51 ft Trailer: 51 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 51 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 027 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 46 ft Tent: 46 ft Trailer: 46 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 028 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 55 ft Tent: 55 ft Trailer: 55 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 55 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 029 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 32 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 030 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 031 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 59 ft Tent: 59 ft Trailer: 59 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 59 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 032 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 59 ft Tent: 59 ft Trailer: 59 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 59 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 033 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 75 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 75 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 75 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 034 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 035 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 49 ft Tent: 49 ft Trailer: 49 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 49 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 036 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 44 ft Tent: 44 ft Trailer: 44 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 037 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 44 ft Tent: 44 ft Trailer: 44 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 038 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 039 ALDER DUNE Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 33 ft Tent: 33 ft Trailer: 33 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 33 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
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