Oregon Dunes Nataional Recreation Area

The sand dunes are located in the Siuslaw (pronounced sy ooo slaw)National Forest - Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. There are wind-sculpted dunes towering to 500 feet above sea level providing numerous recreational opportunities including off-highway vehicle (OHV) use, hiking, photography, fishing, canoeing, horseback riding and camping. The dunes extend 40 miles along the Oregon coast. Formed by the ancient forces of wind, water and time, these dunes are like no others in the world. These are the largest expanse of coastal dunes in North America and they hold numerous opportunities for adventure and solitude.