Siuslaw National Forest

Siuslaw National Forest
4077 S.W. Research Way
P.O. Box 1148
Corvallis, Oregon 97339

(541) 750-7000
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Sand Lake Recreation Area ~ OHV

New Riding Curfew & Portable Toilet Rules ~ starting August 1, 2008

photo of quads riding in foredunes at Sand Lake

Tsunami Siren Testing
The Hebo Ranger District, in cooperation with Tillamook County Emergency Management, placed a tsunami siren in the Sand Lake Recreation Area which lies within the tsunami inundation zone.

On the second Monday of each month, at 1:00 p.m., a 3 minute solid tone-out will occur as a test of the system.

Alcohol prohibited in OHV riding areas Possession of alcohol is prohibited in Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) riding areas outside of developed sites

This popular OHV area is open year around. Four campgrounds and one day use staging area allow campers and day players to access the sand dunes and beach.

Important information about regulations is posted at several Fee Station Kiosks.

The entire area is within a Tsunami Inundation Zone and an on-site siren does a 3 minute test on the second Monday of each month. Possession and use of alcohol is prohibited on the open sand dunes including Derrick Road campground.

A fee is required at all campgrounds, the day use lot and the open sand.

Campgrounds fill up every weekend May through September.
Reservations are available at Sandbeach OHV Campground from April through May.

Sandcamping at Sand Lake Recreation Area

Holiday Permits

To prevent over-crowding on the three major holiday weekends (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day) entrance into the Sand Lake Recreation Area is allowed only with Special Holiday Permit. Purchase these at the Hebo Ranger District.

OHV Regulations

Know the regulations before you arrive – it’s your responsibility! The State of Oregon establishes and administers OHV permits and regulations. Regulations are strictly enforced by the Tillamook County Sheriff and the U.S. Forest Service.

Here are the Rules ~ for OHV riding

Curfew and Portable Toilet Requirements for Sand Lake Recreation Area
Starting September 1, 2008

There is an OHV riding curfew at the Sand Lake Recreation Area between midnight and 6:00 AM. No off road riding is allowed between those hours except when establishing or vacating a dispersed campsite.
See Forest Order establishing this rule
Campers in dispersed areas of the Sand Lake Recreation Area must have and use a portable toilet.
See Forest Order establishing this rule

Important Alert – New State OHV regulations beginning Jan. 1, 2008.
Passed by the 2007 Oregon Legislature – Senate Bill 101.

Chin straps on helmets—must be fastened on all riders under age 18.

All youth under 16 must always be supervised by adult over age 18.

Supervision defined as a person who is:

18 years of age, holds a valid ATV Safety Education Card,
accompanies the child
and is able to provide immediate assistance & direction.

Starting January 1, 2009

All youth under age 16 must have an ATV Safety Education Card and be supervised by an adult over age 18.

RIDER FIT guidelines will be in place.

Mandatory on-line Safety Training will begin and phased-in over the next five years.

Go to www.rideatvoregon.org ( http://www.rideatvoregon.org/ ) for updates on the new ATV laws and rules.

map of ohv areas at sand lake recreation area

photo of ohv carving sand on dune

Campgrounds and facilities within the Sand Lake Recreation Area:

East Dunes OHV Campground

West Winds OHV Campground

Sandbeach OHV Campground

Derrick Road Dispersed OHV Campground

West Winds OHV Day Use Area
(adjacent to West Winds Campground)

What Else is at Sand Lake Recreation Area?

Find out more about Sand Lake Recreation Area and other activities nearby in our Trip Planning ~ Tillamook to Newport section.

Questions?

Can't find the information you need? Feel free to contact the Hebo Ranger District of the Siuslaw National Forest.

USDA Forest Service, Siuslaw National Forest
Last modified Wednesday, December 17 2008