Spent four nights in Yurt H. It was clean and comfy! The bathrooms were always clean. Note: loop D showers are locked at 9pm every night. Firewood is $7 a bundle. read more

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Place is beautiful if you go during the non stormy time of year. Beautiful views, love the long beach and exploring the rock structures.

As a local I would say it's a great place for the whole family. It's a long, gentle sloping beach with a gentle wave action. Access is easy and accommodations for mobility devices. Days are safe with very little rowdiness. There are rangers nearby if needed. Cell service is spotty. Moving up the hill toward town improves reception. Usually a lovely, peaceful place to relax. read more

Most amazing hike ever!! We took the trailhead right after the lighthouse overlook and it was absolutely stunning!! Take the trail that goes to the right for ocean views! The thick foliage reminds me of the hikes we took in Hawaii. So pretty!! read more

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Had to leave Sunset Bay state park in Oregon because a pack of raccoons decided to try everything possible to get in the camper... including climbing through the truck frame and into any opening no matter the size... They know all about how to get into the space between the camper and the cab of my truck. They know that there are doors that open to that space, and they wanted in. This is a beautiful place with lots of Raccoons and people watchingTV most of the night. This was my second time dealing with these raccoons at this park.... Never going back - unless they get that garbage under control and set about 100 traps! It was like a horror movie read more

There are three state parks a short distance apart that may be accessed a short drive from Coos Bay off US 101 with the first being Sunset Bay. We stopped for the view of the sandy beach and sea cliffs. read more

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Campsites come with enough space for 1, maybe two small cars. Nice privacy from trees and bushes. Picnic table and fire pit. Careful booking during wet season. Our site A38 was flooded, had to stay in A36. No "pad" to prevent the flooding. Luckily we were the only people camping then so it was easy to move sites and camp host didn't mind. Both are also very close to the main road. Lucky for us, we came at a low traffic time but summer time may be a hassle. We fit our 2 person tent well still close to the table though. A larger tent may require moving the table, if it moves. The location is spectacular. If you go down the road maybe 1/10 of a mile, they have beautiful cove beach access. Great for sunrise and sunset! The cove also keeps it warmer during the winter months. We didn't explore much of the town, we just traveled the coast during the day. If leaving your campsite for any amount of time, be sure to lock it up!!! Theft is an issue with camping in general but particularly in this area. A state trooper stopped us to warn us and check a description of someone he thought he caught. I'm sure this addressed by local police. We felt safe and had no issues whatsoever. Overall we had a great time but summer may be a better time to visit. Although we have the feeling is probably extremely packed which may limit the "camping" joys of getting away. We stayed for 2 days and only came to the campsite after dark so read through other reviews too :) read more

Sunset Bay State Park - Lucky rain-free sunrise at their beach! - Parks Near Me - Charleston, Oregon

Nice clean park. Great beach spot. Unfortunately we accidentally left a small item at our camping spot. The hosts contacted us and graciously offered to mail it to us. read more

One of our favorite camping spots on our 3 week trip. Nice sites, clean and private. The walk to the beach is epic and the beautiful cove is majestic. We had a great stay and wish it was longer. We actually booked again on our way home but because of rain and my medical situation we couldn't take the time so we had to cancel. One thing beware Oregon's cancelation policy is strict and unfortunately we did not receive a refund even though we canceled in a timely manner. Its sad because then the campsite sat empty. read more

What a stunning place to watch the sun set over the Pacific! Great beach, lots of tidepools, and generally plenty of room for the number of people who frequent the place. After more than 30 years living in the area, I'd have to say, beach visits more often land us at Sunset than perhaps any other place. It has great parking, restrooms, and plenty of beach to wander on. Nice place for a family picnic, or just an evening stroll on a magnificent beach. For those who enjoy photography, this particular cove offers unlimited photo ops. Never been there when it wasn't simply... stunning! Okay, I guess I've been there a time or two when some "party" is going on and folks have gotten a bit unruly. However, it didn't take long to control, since the parks along Arago are very well patrolled. You'll enjoy your time here! I'm sure of it! read more

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Just got home from spending 3 nights here, after a few days exploring the redwoods of NoCal. Sunset Bay is a nice State Park, the Park Rangers we're very nice and friendly. The showers/restrooms are a bit outdated but that was fine by us as we were just based here and were gone all day hiking and exploring. We will definitely come back in the future. It was quiet by 9:00 each evening which was awesome. read more

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Stayed here recently to go to shore acres for their Christmas lights! Went hiking on one of the trails here and it was beautiful. My -1 star deduction is mainly for the camping area. Some of the camping spots are very close to each other and I think this could be a much bigger issue if it were summer. The yurt that we stayed in was slashed all the way through by the lock and it was just taped over. Didn't really make me feel safe leaving anything in there. read more

Sunset Bay State Park - Parks Near Me - Charleston, Oregon

Pretty beach. Small with easy access, some tidal pools when tide is low. Too many people during summer months.

We stayed Insight D30 very quiet close to clean bathrooms and showers. The camp host sells firewood and fire starters. Close walk down to the beach cannot beat this part. Also close to Trails that lead to other great spots. Would not be disappointed in this part. read more

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Been coming here for a while, stay in a yurt (great deal, but requires advance planning) which this last time sounded great in wind and rain. D loop has some great large sitka spruces, which with myrtle shrubs and other plants makes for many pretty camp sites. many more big trees going to the beach and up the hill. limited beach but unique and scenic.Plus its adjacent to two other state parks--Shore Acres, with the formal gardens and sideways geology, and Cape Arago, with the sea lions and sea cows, and the tide pools at the southern tip, read more

Like most Oregon State Parks, especially the ones on the coast, this is a beautiful place. It suffers a little bit from overuse and a limited state budget, but the views remain extremely captivating. The best views, I discovered, are from the cliffs above the little coves that make up the majority of the bay. To get these views, you must first cross the footbridge over the little creek that flows near the parking lot, then follow the short trail up to the top of the cliffs. The trail runs for quite a ways across the cliffs (be careful because there are only fences for part of the way), and to say the views are stunning would be an understatement. read more

Love this place! Who knew that state parks could be such an ideal destination sport for those of us on the lookout for a place to camp. Located along the coast in Coos Bay. You drive through an area that does not inspire confidence, forge ahead, the drive is worth it! Beautiful campground, nicest of staff checking you in, clean camp spots and the bathrooms - toilets seemed just fine, the showers a little dicey. What makes this place so great is what surrounds the campsite. Trails that lead to the most magnificent shoreline. Such a beautiful area of the coast it's a wonder that the surrounding town(s) are so lacking. Not beach towns at all. Lots of areas where you can walk/climb out onto the rocks that are filled with tide pools. A short walk will take you to the beach which is very kid friendly, no surf, just lots of water to play safely in. Walk a little further up the bluff and bestow the mostly lovely of views and coastline. Walk a little further to the botanical gardens in the Shore Park State Park. Worth the walk. All of the hiking we did was kid friendly. You didn't have to walk far to be surrounded by amazing beauty. A great destination for camping. Quite, beautiful, curfew enforced, biking, hiking, privacy, etc. Great for kids, pets allowed, good for RV's and tents. Plus they have cabins and yurts on the property for rent. read more

We loved this campground and this area so much we returned for an additional night in our way back down the coast. Yes, it is popular, yes, there isn't extreme privacy, BUT the campground, campsites, and restrooms are clean, camp hosts friendly and helpful. Sunset Bay is situated in an incredible spot. The home to the bay is minutes away and in low tide the hike around the rocks is wonderful, great kayaking too:-). Then the Hike from sunset bay to shore gardens is only two miles and it is beautiful! Views all along the ridge ending at an impeccably Manicured sight. We loved it here. We will definitely return! read more

Oregon's Bay Area This park is located in the beautiful Cape Arago area of the South-Central Oregon coast. The geography of the area is dominated by Coos Bay, a small sound that surrounds Cape Arago by water on three sides. Why this is important is the same reason that another more notable "Bay Area" is infamous, marine inversion layer. Because there's so much cold water around, it cools the air close to the ground, colder than the air above it in the heat of summer. This temperature difference creates a lot of instability and clouds/fog. So, while only a few miles away in the Oregon Dunes or south towards Bandon it's sunny and 80's in August but around Sunset Bay it's cloudy, misting and 68. For you, this might not be a downside at all! If you're in Portland and getting a bit tired of baked lawns and the regular 6 weeks of temps in the 90's brought to us by climate change, the gray skies of Sunset Bay may be just the ticket! For those looking for a more sunny and warm beach experience, the rest of the magnificent Oregon coast may be a better bet. The park itself is aging but serviceable. At the hight of high season (early August) one of the four men's showers in our loop (one of four) was out of order all week. A day or two seems reasonable but an entire week during the busiest time of the year, you would think fixing this would be a priority. Oregon's Coast parks are (like the rest of the state) wonderful. This state knows how to do parks! Programs for families, camp hosts who are present and helpful, rangers who are knowledgeable and competent. However, I'd discourage anyone from thinking that highway 101 is a peaceful, wilderness experience. The demise of extraction industries in this country has lead to a head-on collision of urban blight (shuttered mills, dilapidated fishing terminals) and rural poverty. You are much less likely to run into a friendly mom and pop mercantile when you realize you forgot to pack graham crackers for your s'mores; much more likely a loud and greasy pit stop with a beer brawl going on in the back parking lot. Likewise, there is plenty of opportunity for a quiet evening enjoyment of campfire but also a loudmouthed drunk who wondered into the park and is arrested after getting into it with a ranger. The other reviews warning about theft is more evidence. read more

I am a local, so I tend to forget how lucky we are to be surrounded by such beauty. This is definitely a tourist spot, but incredibly beautiful and great nonetheless! If you go during low tide you can climb and walk out onto the rocks that are filled with tide pools. You can find sea anemones, crab, starfish, sea urchins, sea slugs, fish and more! The campground is nice, very shaded by trees and the spots are fairly separated, there is a giant spot up the road that can hold up to 75 people for camping, it's very late and private and overlooks the ocean. Would be great for weddings or large party camping trips! read more

Sunset Bay State Park - View as you're standing on the beach - Parks Near Me - Charleston, Oregon

Staying here made our overnight romantic getaway easy peasy! My now fiancé proposed to me that day at the bay and we came back to stay in a yurt that night. The yurt was adorable and well priced! Each yurt has its own broom, heater, sleeps five, and there are bathrooms located closely to all of them. All the bathroom have running water, showers, flush toilets, etc. pets are allowed for $10 a day. There are water spouts throughout the grounds and trash receptacles as well. There are a lot of camp hosts who rotate being on duty but whoever is on is very helpful! Pamphlets at each host site to tell you what activities you can do. This park is patrolled by state troopers which we saw a couple times and made us feel very at ease. After our dinner we walked down to the beach when the tide was low and went through the tide pools, it was pretty neat to experience. I would absolutely come here another time. Check in is at 4pm but we got there an hour or so early and they had no problem letting us check in early with no extra fees. Great little place to stay for a day or two. read more

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The draw of Sunset Bay State Park appears to be the close proximity to Sunset Bay beach (right across the road) and Shore Acres (1 1/4 mi. hike). Many of the campsites are smallish, allowing little privacy. We went during Spring Break and it was packed with a lot of screaming kids, drunk college students and your typical campers. Also, a fog horn sounded for the majority of the days and nights we were there, so it definitely wasn't quiet. It was relatively clean and well maintained, though there was no hand soap in women's restroom for 2 days. The showers were nice and hot and the hosts friendly. There was a warning sign about theft in the campground and though we locked all our valuables in our car, some cookies and Cheetos disappeared from the picnic table while we weren't there. No big loss though when you're looking forward to snacking on them it was a disappointment. read more

Holy crap, what a beauty! There aren't too many perfect coves along the Oregon coast and honestly, this was the first one I had seen like this. A perfect large area protected from the winds, complete with tide pools. Plus, if you want to make a day (or more) of it, there are volley ball courts and some other what-nots when you want to get off the beach. We weren't there at sunset, but I did ask hubby if he wanted to wait around for it just to see why it's called Sunset Bay. Considering it was noon, it was no surprise he wasn't interested. read more

This is a wonderful, small campground that is so well taken care of and cared for. The rangers and park hosts were amazing. We loved all the activities that were happening each day and especially the evening talks in the amphitheater. Such a treat! The beach itself is gorgeous. We had a great time sitting and relaxing, sharing a charcuterie board and a bottle of wine together. The surrounding area and learning of the Simpson family was a lot of fun and we enjoyed walking thru the botanical gardens and various trails overlooking the bay and the ocean. Can not wait to return!! read more

Beautiful little bay! The surfs were high and the crashing waves were beautiful. Lots of paddle boarders and surfers out enjoying the surf! Definitely worth visiting if you are in the area. read more

Sunset Bay State Park - Sunset Bay - Parks Near Me - Charleston, Oregon

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We had an AWESOME time. People were friendly, pets were abundant and not obnoxious, and the tide pools were great! We're coming again soon!

I've been going to Sunset Bay State Park with my family for the better part of the last 14 years and if I keep coming back (every two years or so), you can imagine how special it has been to us. Right along the Oregon coast is this very popular state park that has about 10 yurts available along with the many RV and camping spots in the 4 park loops. For those of you who do not know what a yurt is, it's basically like a modern day teepe/hut that contains electricity, lighting, a bunk bed, pull out bed, table, chairs, and a sun roof at the tip of the yurt. For $36 (during summers), it is a solid deal and a great experience to live in the Oregon outdoors in "luxery." Be aware that they do sell out lightning quick and you will have to make reservations almost 9 months in advance or as early as Sunset Bay State Park will allow you in advance. Even if you miss out, just keep on calling every so often because you never know when somebody will make a last minute reservation. Some of the other things that makes Sunset Bay State Park an all time campground favorite of mine are: 1) Hot & clean showers 2) Within amazingly close proximity to Shore Acres State Park and Cap Arago State Park 3) There is a beach within walking distance of the campground area that boasts some beautiful views 4) Fish cleaning area for your Coos Bay & Charleston catches of gaper clams, cockles, crabs, and fish 5) The cleaning crews and ranger staff are top of the line in terms of class and service 6) Junior ranger activities for the young ones As a final note, be aware that loop D is my favorite loop due to the fact that the restroom facilities in that loop are the best and the campgrounds feature sites of the largest in size (and note that all campground locations are the same price). Whether you want to venture to North Bend, Coos Bay, or Bandon, Sunset Bay State Park is the way to go considering the close proximity to these coastal locations and quality of the park itself. I hate to give up my "best kept secret" but considering how popular and filled this campground is, I guess it can't truly quality as that term. read more

Sunset Beach is one of my favorite beaches ever. You're close to Shore Acres, and can walk out on the cliffs and check out tide pools while it's low tide. You can do some whale watching if that's you're jam in the early spring, and it's genuinely a beautiful spot year round. It's outrageously pretty to watch from any of the observation points surrounding when there's a rain storm and the wind kicks up huge waves. Like most Oregon beaches, it's never really warm to go in the water, but you can easily lounge on the beach and soak up some sun and enjoy a sunny day. read more

There is a nice beach just to walk and have a little picnic. There are quite a few logs and it's quite scattered with a variety of rocks so you want to be careful when walking on the beach. Considering that it's a bay, it won't be too windy, so even a BBQ shouldn't be a problem. I wouldn't drive all the way just to visit this Sunset Bay State Park, but it's a nice stop to stretch your legs when you're driving down to the Oregon Coast. read more

Strange. It seems like every single state park in Oregon has yurts and cabins. I think they're for the people who unwittingly come to camp without an RV (sarcasm implied). I even saw a semi parked at this site. It's in a beautiful area but I felt like I was in a trailer park. The cool thing about Oregon though is that you can LEGALLY cut down trees in national forests . . .hence free fire wood! read more

I went on a camping road trip down the PCH and this was one of our stops, so I can compare this to at least 6 other campgrounds. The campground offers hardly any privacy between sites, so don't expect much shade or room. Our trip was in early September and there was a serious BEE problem. They were literally EVERYWHERE. I noticed some bee traps hanging in some of the trees but it was apparent that they weren't doing much, because bees were literally swarming our picnic table while we were trying to eat breakfast and I got stung later INSIDE our tent. The campground is very close to the Shore Acres Gardens (a must-see if you're camping at Sunset Bay) and Cape Arago, which is an amazing photo spot. We saw hundreds of sea lions and a pod of gray whales at Sunset Bay, which is a great spot to watch the sunset. So in summary... the campground itself isn't that great, but the state park offers fantastic activities and things to see. Don't miss: Sunset Bay, Cape Arago, The Shore Acres Gardens. read more

On my Oregon map it was 12 miles from Coos Bay to Sunset Bay...I figured it would be some more stunning, stellar, ocean views....NOT! It was 12 miles of vacation homes and at least 20 dumpy RV parks! But as soon as you get to Sunset Bay you forget all that! For a few days anyway. (Until you leave that is!) We had a great time, boy are the hook-up sites close to each other..I mean VERY close...Took sometime getting used to it....You get to know your neighbors for sure....We met so many nice camping folks, almost all with dogs...Our puppy had lots of buddies to play with......The hiking trails along the steep bluffs are great, the views spectacular!! The bathrooms were just OK, the shower floors were always dirty, not nice when your getting out of a nice, hot shower....We enjoyed the beach too, The campground was surprisingly very quiet at night for sleeping...Yeah!...Despite being mostly full....Lots of people come in for one night, coming at dinner time and leaving the next morning... The highway is quiet at nights also...We stayed at many Oregon State Parks on this trip and a lot of them have very noisy highway traffic 24/7.... read more

I love this campground, have been coming here for years . Lots of tent spots in the c loop with vegetation for privacy. My daughter and I came late last weekend, set the tent up in the dark as quietly as possible. Saw the neighbours on both sides in the morning and apologised if we were noisy. They were both very nice and said we were quiet. My daughter went fishing in the surf. That was when the blue sail jellyfish were on the shore! Not to be missed in the area is a trip up the road on the left to Shore Acres Botanical Gardens, the Rhodies are in full bloom! The beach area is perfect for families. The protected bay keeps the wind down. I left off one star because of the old showers condition in A loop. They need updating. The B loop only has toilets and sinks. But when you're camping....hot water to wash your face in the morning is a luxury. And the trees and plants here are beautiful! read more

This park is really crowded and the spaces are really tight one next to the other, it's NOT on the beach and the closest beach to the park is really bad you can't even go in. I don't really recommend this park. read more

Not very big camping spots and if you like close neighbors. But if you like privacy like we do, and big tent spots, I wouldn't come back here. It's nice for day use and to visit the tiny beach. Our campground was full of untamed barking dogs and kids playing everywhere all day and night and wasn't very peaceful. There's a small trail you can walk that leads to the beach which was neat though. read more

If you like RV "camping," if you like a manicured campground with hedges and grass, if you don't mind pitching your tent 10 feet away from the next door campsite's tent and/or car and/or more likely RV, then this park is for you. If you think camping means actually being in nature, if you think camping means not having a hot shower 20 feet away from your campsite, if you go camping to get away from the sights and sounds of the city (or even worse, of suburbia), then don't go here. the nearby beach is nice but the campground itself is enough to make me recommend going here for day-use only, or not going here at all. But, I will give props to the very friendly and efficient rangers. They were exceedingly helpful. read more

My husband and I stayed there last weekend. It is a beautiful place, close to the beach and a wonderful location. From the moment we checked in at 4, there was a massive group at I believe C26. Huge group. extremely loud, getting extremely wasted. I understand its camping so we figured at some point it would die down as the rules they hand out state quiet time is at 10 o clock. We visited the beach, had nice walks, cooked dinner. 10 o clock came and they were still rowdy walking around cussing with barking dogs- just belligerent at that point. We walked around the park and since C is in the middle you could hear them all the way out into the street that enters the campground. Not once ever did an on site host talk to them or ask them to quiet down. 2:30 IN THE MORNING rolled around and they were still yammering away with booming voices knocking over drinks. I thought about going over and asking them to be quiet and then thought- "Is this really my responsibility? Shouldn't the on site hosts that get paid to do exactly that be doing something? Should I as a woman really start wandering around in the dark going up to a bunch of drunk people outnumbered asking them to be quiet so I can sleep." When I finally managed to sleep for a few hours I went into the bathroom where I overheard two other campers talking to each other about how they were kept up by the noise half the night too. That's ridiculous. That's fine if you want to be a party campground- go for it.... but advertise yourself as such and don't print out rules for all of the campers when they won't be enforced. Of course C26 paid for a campsite, but so did everyone else. read more

This was one of our favorite camps on our Oregon road trip. Very beautiful and well manicured. Very nice staff also. We camped in our teardrop trailer. read more

Sunset Bay, OR. isin't just a campground, it has everything any camper could ask for. There's a wonderfully large beach encased by rugged, breathtaking cliffs engorged with pines, forest critters and a wide selection of local and ocean wildlife. The tidepools are some of the best and will entertain your kids for hours. There is a magnificent 4 mile hike (rest assured, if your legs won't afford you that long of a hike, Shore Gardens and Cape Arago are all vehicle accessible :) that takes you to Shore Gardens, which has clean and refreshing restrooms, a well stocked and modestly priced gift store and flower gardens and a fish pond that is nothing short of the Garden of Eden. On your hike from Sunset Bay to Shore Gardens and then where the earth seems to end at Cape Arago Point, you will continuously enjoy the spectacular view of the gorgeous Pacific Ocean, with it's mighty splashing and crashing of the waves, while relishing the sight of the boats, seals, sealions and whales that frequent the shore area. I have been to the Mediterranean, Florida Coast, Canary Islands and Hawaii and although the cool water temperatures at Sunset Bay aren't for the weak willed, there is no place else on earth I would rather be. Sunset Bay, OR is a little piece of paradise. read more