Smith River Falls Campground

About Smith River Falls Campground

Oregon’s Smith River forms in the Coast Range and flows about 50 miles west, emptying into the Pacific Ocean just north of Reedsport, Oregon. This site offers camping right next to the river, just above the falls. This peaceful, old-growth forest setting provides an ideal place to picnic, wade, fish, and watch for bald eagles.Know Before You GoOpen season: Memorial Day to September 30.10 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings; first come, first serve.Universal access restrooms available.Boat launch available.No drinking water available.No fees.

How to Get There

From Reedsport, Oregon, travel a short distance north on U.S. Highway 101 before turning east on to Smith River Road. Travel 26.4 miles to the Recreation Site.

Plan Your Visit to Smith River Falls Campground

Heading to Smith River Falls Campground? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• Park map (PDF)
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)