Things to Do
RV & Site Information
For RV enthusiasts planning a visit, Dovre Recreation Site accommodates recreational vehicles up to 12 feet in length. This Bureau of Land Management is available for advance reservation, making it a reliable choice for planned trips.
Guests at Dovre Recreation Site can enjoy essential amenities including Proximity to Water: Riverfront. The site is maintained by Bureau of Land Management, ensuring consistent upkeep and facilities management.
Popular activities at this location include Camping, Fishing, Picnicking, and Swimming. The campground's proximity to Salem offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Oregon region.
Located in Salem, Oregon, Dovre Recreation Site provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.
About this place
Overview Want to camp? Camping season is generally May-September, with Alder Glen and Elk Bend remaining open through the weekend following General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season for elk. During months with reduced sunlight, potable water may be turned off. Be prepared to bring your own wash and drinking water. Reserve a site at one of our four campgrounds on recreation.gov or pay when you arrive for non-reserved campsites using the Recreation.gov Mobile App. You must download before you reach the site since there is no cell reception in the drainage.
A place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the electronic age. Dover is the Bureau of Land Management’s western most campground in the Nestucca River Recreation Area. The campground sits along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway and newly designated Nestucca Wild and Scenic River (https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/nestucca.php). The Byway takes travelers on a slow, leisurely route that winds through Oregon's Coast Range. The Nestucca River is renowned for fishing opportunities and beauty. Recreation A small campground offering 10 campsites and a group shelter in the Oregon Coast Range. Facilities Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, and paved parking area. Within the campground are two vault toilets and a centralized well providing potable drinking water. There are two river access points for the campground that are located in site #6. Natural Features Nestucca Wild and Scenic River
Nearby Attractions Nestucca River Back Country Byway, Upper Nestucca OHV Riding Area The Nestucca OHV Area is located in the Nestucca Backcountry Byway, and includes Whipup Flat, Elk Flat, and Grassy Flat. Oregon ATV permits required. Charges & Cancellations Standard fees apply and are non-refundable. Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
Getting There
From Willamina: Take Willamina Creek Road, to Coast Creek Road, to Gilbert Creek Road, to Bald Mountain Access Road, to Bible Creek Road to the Nestucca Byway.
From Carlton: Take Meadow Lake Road west 12 miles, continue onto the Nestucca Byway.