Sand Guide
Where to Stay
For full hookups and direct dune access, Umpqua Dunes Campground is your best bet. Prefer dry camping? Half Moon Bay offers a relaxed vibe close to the action, or you can head straight out onto the sand and set up at Douglas County Sand Camp.
Where to Park and Access the Sand
Bring your gear, your sense of adventure, and get ready to ride the rolling hills of golden sand from sunrise to sunset and beyond.
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Dan Van Slyke OHV Staging Area
1700 Salmon Harbor Drive
Free parking with direct access to the sand
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USFS Parking Lot Number Two or Three
End of Salmon Harbor Drive
Paid parking with access to popular dune entry points
Did You Know?
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All vehicles must display an OHV Permit. Visit www.store.oregonstateparks.org to purchase one online or vistit one of the local OHV rental companies.
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All vehicles must have a red or orange flag 9' above the ground.
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The OHV lane runs from Ork Rock Road to the parking lot at the OHV staging area.
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Turn your lightbars and auxiliary lights OFF on the OHV lane.
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10 mph speed limit on OHV lane.
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All riders must have an ATV Safety Education Card.
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Adult supervision is required for youth operators under the age of 16.
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Riders under 18 yrs old must wear a helmet and fit on their machine.
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Riders with a suspended or revoked driver license cannot operate an OHV.
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Please be responsible and follow all boundary closures. No OHVs on the beach in Winchester Bay.
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If you pack it in, pack it back out. Help keep our dunes clean by disposing of your trash properly.
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For your safety, watch the riders in front of you. Most riders go up Banshee Hill on the right side and down on the left side.
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Stay to the right side on trails.
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For the safety of you and others, law enforcement is the only one who should be running blue LED lightbars.
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It is legal in Winchester Bay to ride on the designated paths to the Winchester Creek bridge (you can not cross it), down Ork Rock Road, and up to the Umpqua Lighthouse.
SAND pros:
Rentals, Gear, and More
Don’t have your own ride? No problem. Whether you're gearing up for your first dune adventure or need a quick part or fresh set of goggles, Winchester Bay has you covered. These local spots offer everything from ATV and UTV rentals to safety gear, parts, and off-road apparel. Stop by, stock up, and get ready to roll.
Ridin’ Dirty Rentals
75293 Hwy 101, Winchester Bay, OR 97467
541-500-0744
A one-stop shop for off-road fun, Ridin’ Dirty Rentals offers OHV rentals delivered right to the sand, plus parts and apparel. Swing by for everything from helmets to gloves and ride-ready machines.
Twist It Rentals
75310 Hwy 101, Winchester Bay, OR 97467
541-707-0789
Focused on getting you into the dunes fast, Twist It Rentals provides reliable ATV rentals at convenient rates. They specialize in rental-only service delivered straight to the sand, so you can get in and go.
Winchester Bay Beach Plaza
1 Umpqua Dunes Way, Winchester Bay, OR 97467
541-361-6264
Located right at the edge of the action, Winchester Bay Beach Plaza offers UTV rentals, parts, and off-road apparel. It’s a great stop for last-minute supplies or gearing up before you ride.