Bud's RV Park and Campground

The Great Outdoors

Sure, there are lots of things to do while camping at Bud’s RV Park and Campground, but the real fun awaits in the large swaths of nature around you. When you rent an RV near Gearhart, be sure to check out some impressive local parks and beaches, like Del Rey Beach State Recreation Site and Sunset Beach State Recreation Site. Both of these stunning beaches have tremendous historical value in addition to their breathtaking beauty. The famous Lewis and Clark Expedition finally reached the Pacific Ocean at what's now the Sunset Beach State Recreation Site, first seeing the water from these captivating beaches. Large stretches of sandy shore provide excellent places to walk and look for treasure on the beach, with some epic sunsets too.Down by Tillamook to the south, Tillamook State Forest remains another possibility for outdoor recreation and exploration. No place in Oregon betters showcases its temperate rainforests than Tillamook State Forest, known for being one of the rainiest places in the United States. Thanks to large rainfalls, the biodiversity of the forest ensures that you will see lots of mesmerizing plants, animals, and mushrooms during your nature hikes. Hiking, biking, and camping out are just a few of the ways guests like to make use of the state-run forest.A quick ride to Ecola State Park is all it takes to see some stunning vantage points overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The isolated Indian Beach is a popular spot for surfers and its sprawling sandy shores are perfect for sunbathing. If you are really lucky, you can even catch a glimpse of the migrating gray whales at different points throughout the year.Mount Hood National Forest is one of the biggest attractions in Oregon, found on the other side of nearby Portland. Sublime meadows of wildflowers, epic glaciers, captivating mountain hikes, backcountry trekking, and over 100 recreation sites are what you can expect to find when you visit with the Gearhart camper rental.

City Attractions

Sightseeing options and destinations abound when you rent an RV near Bud’s RV Park and Campground, as long as you don’t mind doing a little bit of driving to nearby communities. Astoria is a lovely place on the banks of the Columbia River, with lots of historic buildings and neat things to see. The Astoria Column is a beloved attraction reaching over 125 feet in height atop Coxcomb Hill. This lofty observation deck has winding staircases, dazzling views of Astoria and the Columbia River, and a gift shop that sells neat souvenirs.There are some stellar museums you can check out to while in town, like the Columbia River Maritime Museum, the Oregon Film Museum, or the Flavel House Museum. The Columbia River Maritime Museum impresses with its history tours concerning the maritime trade and the exploration of the Columbia River. The Flavel House Museum shows what old Victorian homes once looked like during the early days of Astoria, filled with antique furniture and gorgeous historic artwork.The wonderful Astoria-Megler Bridge spans the wide mouth of the Columbia River, connecting Washington and Oregon. You can walk from one side to the other on this magnificent feat of engineering while taking in some dreamy views of the river.