Cape Perpetua Campground
Site 28
5.27.19 - 5.28.19
No cell service, no internet

We came here on a whim in efforts to shorten our drive back home from our trip to Floras Lake and for a change of scenery after a windy and cold three days.

It seems that most campgrounds off the 101 are operated by American Land and Leisure so the nightly fees seem a lot higher than most other sites we’ve been to. These averaged about $26/night while non-ALL campgrounds are usually around $16/night. We suppose it goes to a good cause, so fine..

This campground was interesting as all the sites were just in one very long row with a ton of sites, most of which were fairly exposed and/or tent only sites. It was a Monday though so it was fairly empty and we were able to find one of the only private sites which was actually really private and secluded. The sites back up to Cape Creek so it was very peaceful and there is very luscious dense forest on both sides of the road so its really beautiful.

I think there are several trails and sights nearby and its right off the 101 so right at the coast, so it might be a really great spot if we were there for several days but we were really only there for one night. Its hard to evaluate the area but I would return if I can get over how much more expensive the site is.

Pros:

• Very green and lush
• Right off the 101 and so close to the coast
• Fresh water on site and fairly decent bathrooms

Cons:

• Sites are pretty small and most are pretty exposed
• The sites also seem to all be on a slant which is tough when sleeping in the van