Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. The 64 campsites and two yurts at Washburne can be booked in advance through Oregon State Parks online or by phone. Sites open for reservation at 6am PT each day for dates six months in advance. Reservations can be made up until the day before your arrival.
2. Same-day reservations can only be booked in person and are released on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early for the best chances of getting a spot.
3. There’s a small hiker/biker camp for backpackers and cyclists. Sites here are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

When to Go

Washburne and its campground are open year-round, and like most Oregon state parks, they’re at their busiest in July and August, when school is out for summer and the weather is warm and dry. Things start to calm down after Labor Day, when kids go back to school, meaning weekdays in early to mid-September are a great time to visit if you want good weather and fewer crowds.

Know Before You Go

• The closest spots to fuel up or pick up groceries and supplies are Yachats, about a 20-minute drive to the north, or Florence, about 20 minutes by car to the south. Of the two, Florence is considerably larger and has more amenities.
• To protect the area from pests and diseases, only buy firewood locally or at the campground (you’ll need exact change).
• Pets are welcome at the campground, and one of the yurts is pet-friendly.
• The campground has one accessible campsite, and the B Loop has accessible showers and toilets.