William M. Tugman State Park Campground

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Eel Lake, Coos County, Oregon
Eel Lake, Coos County, Oregon

William M. Tugman State Park Campground

Coos County


William M. Tugman State Park Campground

William M. Tugman State Park is on the shore of Eel Lake, a short distance inland from the ocean and Oregon Dunes Recreation Area. Visitors to the park find good fishing at the lake and enjoy swimming, canoeing, sailing, and boating. Wildlife abounds in the area. Those who hike out some of the park trails have a chance of spotting osprey, eagles, and deer.

William M. Tugman State Park Campground has 94 campsites spread through a shorepine forest. All of the campsites have electric and water hook-ups and can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Only the A Loop is open for reservations year-round. Sites in the B Loop are available first-come, first-served from mid-September through April. The C Loop is closed from October through mid-May. The campground also has 16 Yurts and a hiker/biker campsite.

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William M. Tugman State Park Campground Basics
William M. Tugman State Park Campground Location: Off Highway 101, 18 miles north of Coos Bay
Elevation: 95 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Eugene - 100 miles
Roseburg - 83 miles
Coos Bay - 18 miles
Number of Campsites: 94
Open - Closed: Open year-round
Max. People per single site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per single site: 1 (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: On leash, always attended (Yurts A, B, & M - P are pet-friendly)
Operated by: Oregon State Parks
Information: (800) 551-6949

William M. Tugman State Park Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations can be made year-round, from 1 day up to 9 months in advance of date of arrival.
Some campsites first-come, first-served in off-season.
Maximum vehicle length: 50 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: #B28, B30,
Yurts C, F-J, L-P
fishing dock
Fees: Electric and water hook-up sites - $291
Hike/Bike - $7 per person
Yurts - $51 (pet-friendly Yurts $61)
1Non-Oregon residents pay an additional 25% for sites with hookups
Reservations: William M. Tugman SP Reservations
or (800) 452-5687
Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM
Campground Map: William M. Tugman SP Campground Map
Check-in, check-out: 4:00 PM, 1:00 PM

William M. Tugman State Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring, water and electric hook-ups
Campground: Flush toilets, piped water
Showers: Yes
Dump station: Yes
Attractions near William M. Tugman State Park Campground:
  • Enjoy Eel Lake for swimming, fishing, and boating (10 MPH max).
  • Use the boat ramp, fishing pier, and swim area.
  • Take your dog to the pet exercise area.
  • Enjoy games on the large grass play area.
  • Explore local hiking trails.
  • Visit the amazing Oregon Dunes Recreation Area.




William M. Tugman State Park Campground yurt

William M. Tugman State Park Campground Yurt

Key William M. Tugman State Park Campground Regulations

  1. Observe Quiet Hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
  2. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times. At night they must be kept in a vehicle or tent.
  3. Obtain firewood locally to prevent the spread of invasive pests.

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William M. Tugman State Park Campground

William M. Tugman State Park Campground

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