If You Love The Outdoors, Go For Oregon Coast Camping

When you think camping, you should also think the Oregon coast. Camping in Oregon is almost a requirement of residency. The state has a very large number of campgrounds, particularly near the Oregon coast. Camping in Oregon can include adventures on horseback, in an RV (Recreational Vehicle) or with Shank's Mare (your feet). Most modern campgrounds aren't very rustic and have a lot of creature comforts.

The Yurt Advantage

In many Oregon coast camping grounds, having a whole carload of camping equipment isn’t necessary. You can always rent what you need for your trip. For example, in Oregon state parks, you might decide to rent a yurt, which is a really big round tent. Yurts were used by Mongolians back in the days of Genghis Khan and are still used by the dwindling families of nomads in Mongolia.

The big advantage of yurts is that not only do they offer more privacy than a traditional camping tent, but you can also stand up in them. If you have a medical condition or are a senior citizen, not having to crawl around all of the time will help you participate in the joys of Oregon coast camping.

Bring Your Horse

In this day of urban sprawl, it's becoming harder and harder for horse lovers to find anywhere to ride their horses. Many Oregon coast camping sites, including many state parks, will allow you to bring your horse along to ride on the beach or the trails. You would have to make reservations for your horse as you would for yourself. Many of these trails are open to riders year round, but you do want to check first before saddling up.

Bring Your Dog

It's also getting harder and harder to find spaces to walk your dog, even with the advent of dog parks. Many people seem to care more about a blade of grass than they do anything else. If your dog is well behaved and comes when called predictably, then you and your dog will be welcome in Oregon coast state parks. Keep in mind that you do have to clean up after your dog and you are responsible for paying for any damage your dog might do.

Be sure your dog's shots are up to date and bring the medical record with you, just in case. It's good to have your dog microchipped before the vacation, too, because you never know when you will become separated from your dog.