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NRSO |
| description |
Wild Mare Horse Campground is located along the central Oregon coast, 22 miles south of the town of Reedsport, and 2 miles north of Coos Bay. Horse campers come here to explore the Wild Mare Horse Trail and take in captivating views of Oregon's Pacific Coast, just a half mile from the campground. |
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From Reedsport, Oregon, take Highway 101 south for 22 miles to the Horsfall Dunes and Beach road sign. Turn right and follow signs. From Coos Bay/North Bend, Oregon, take Highway 101 north for about 2 miles to the Horsfall Dunes and Beach road sign. Turn left and follow signs. |
| facilitiesDescription |
The year-round campground is equipped with drinking water, vault toilets, a picnic area, trash bins and recycling receptacles. Horses are welcome in the 12 corrals provided. Head to Horsfall Campground for the use of token operated showers. |
| facility |
WILD MARE HORSE CAMP |
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70456 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70456&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Hay brought to this facility must be certified weed-free No off-road vehicle riding in campground Limit 2 vehicles per site This facility has first-come, first-served sites outside the reservation season For more information on Siuslaw National Forest, click here Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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Scenic water attractions are in every direction of the campground. Head south to Coos Bay, west to the Pacific, and east to Horsfall Lake. |
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| orientationDescription |
Tucked among shore pine, Douglas fir and huckleberry, Wild Mare is part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, known for its wind-sculpted sand dunes towering up to 500 feet above sea level. This region is in the southern tip of Siuslaw National Forest, hugging the Pacific Ocean. |
| recreationDescription |
Equestrian campers are fond of the Wild Mare Horse Trail #4500. This trail begins under a canopy of alder and spruce, and then emerges into an open dune area that crosses down to the beach. Some parts of the dunes are designated for hiking and horseback riding only, while off-road vehicle enthusiasts can roam free on the dunes north of the campground. |