Whalen Island County Campground

The Great Outdoors

One of the easiest things to do while in Oregon is finding a nature park or recreation area to visit. This outdoor-friendly state is full of state parks and beaches on the Pacific Coast, including Whalen Island County Park. Sand Lake Recreation Area is directly across the lake from Whalen Island County Campground, and easy to get to with your campervan rental. There are thousands of acres of sand dunes to hike or ride ATVs, with gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean. Hiking, fishing, swimming, and kayaking are other popular pastimes at Sand Lake Recreation Area.Cape Lookout State Park is found several miles north of the campsites at Whalen Island County Campground, occupying a sliver of land between Netarts Bay and the ocean. Magical sunsets and sunrises over the water help establish the park as a special place to visit, and it has some extremely tranquil hiking paths overlooking the sea. Bob Straub State Park is not far from Pacific City, home to towering sand dunes, much like Sand Lake Recreation Area. Visitors can do some horseback riding, hiking, fishing, surfing, swimming, or birdwatching, and sunset views from the lofty sand dunes are a treat for onlookers.Tillamook State Forest is by the town of Tillamook. It offers a delightful opportunity to explore the wilds of Oregon, in one of the country’s rainiest places. This 300,000-acre temperate rainforest has a diverse mix of animals, plants, and fungi, so you can forage for edible mushrooms or photograph rare plant life while hiking through on one of its many trails. Mountain biking is also a great way to get around the forest, while you search for hidden waterfalls and other landmarks. You can even stay the night in your RV rental while visiting Tillamook State Forest, one of the state’s best-known recreation areas.

City Sightseeing

Although Whalen Island County Campground is not in a town or city, there are some interesting options to seek out when looking for museums or landmarks in the area. Tillamook County is a wonderful place to explore with a motorhome rental, with lots to see and do. Up in Tillamook, there are shopping areas, restaurants, and historic buildings, among other things, and some great museums to visit on rainy days. Tillamook County Pioneer Museum is a fantastic resource for historians and curious travelers, thanks to its genealogical records and a vast archive of historical artifacts. You can learn about the native people of coastal Oregon and the first pioneers to make it out west during your visit.Also in Tillamook, the Tillamook Air Museum pays homage to the aviation industry. This converted World War II blimp hangar is massive, with historic aircraft, old weaponry, uniforms, and other battle-used items from several different conflicts in American history. You can see fighter jets, bombers, and blimps at this wonderful museum in the downtown area.The Cape Meares Lighthouse is a dazzling and historical landmark with unbeatable views of the ocean off of Cape Meares. All it takes is a half-mile of walking to reach the lighthouse, high atop the rocky cliffs overlooking the water. You can visit Cape Meares Lighthouse and a dozen other unique lighthouses on the coast of Oregon when you rent an RV near Whalen Island County Campground.Ocean vibes, lush greenery, and tranquil atmospheres are what you'll find when you go camping on Whalen Island. Book a camper rental near Cloverdale and start planning your visit.