Riding the Middle Area Before the Curfew
Oregon Dunes riders must plan their return times before the 10:30 p.m. curfew by working backward from the cutoff.
Oregon Dunes riders must plan their return times before the 10:30 p.m. curfew by working backward from the cutoff.
The southwestern edge of the Umpqua Dunes requires planning safe routes, checking staging access, and avoiding habitat closures near Winchester Bay.
Banshee Hill and Oregon Dunes closures stem from habitat protection rules, explaining how riders can verify open routes.
The August 2026 court order affecting Oregon dunes explains how to verify specific area access rules and permits.
An Interagency Pass covers some federal day use fees on the Oregon coast, but it does not replace an ATV permit.
The Northwest Forest Pass covers day-use fees at participating U.S. Forest Service recreation sites, but not Oregon ATV permits.
Oregon staging area day use fees require separate payment from ATV permits, differing by site rules and managing agencies.
Goosepasture staging area in the Oregon Dunes offers riders practical tips to prepare, ride considerately, and check closures.
Bull Run Staging provides OHV access to the Oregon Dunes, explaining trail conditions, fees, and safety rules for riders.
Umpqua Beach Two and Three provide distinct Oregon Dunes access points requiring careful route planning based on changing tides.