Tyee Recreation Site campground
Tyee Recreation Site
Nearby points of interest include the Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, which features a historic lighthouse and hiking trails with views of the Pacific Ocean. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is also nearby and offers opportunities for ATV riding, hiking, and camping.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. There is no potable water available at the campground, so visitors must bring their own.
Interesting facts about the area include that it is home to the largest salmon and steelhead run in Oregon and is a popular spot for fishing. The Umpqua River is also known for its white-water rafting opportunities.
The best time of year to visit is in the summer months, from June to August, when temperatures average between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to around 50 degrees at night. It is important to note that the campground is only open from May to October.
Sources:
- Umpqua Watersheds
- Oregon State Parks
- Bureau of Land Management
- National Park Service
What's on-site at Tyee Recreation Site
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tyee Recreation Site, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyee - Sutherlin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Eagleview Group Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Amacher Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Amacher County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Whistlers Bend County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tyee Recreation Site -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Wolf Creek Near Tyee | 3 cfs | → |
| Umpqua River Near Elkton | 1,580 cfs | → |
| North Umpqua River At Winchester | 1,200 cfs | → |
| South Umpqua River Near Brockway | 356 cfs | → |
| Coast Fork Willamette R Blw Cottage Grove Dam | 74 cfs | → |
| Little River At Peel | 2,120 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tyee Recreation Site -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove 2e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Canyonville 2s | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eugene-Mahlon Sweet Field | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Holland Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Holland Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- James Wood Park
- Mack Brown Park
- Stearns County Park
- Hartley Park
- Elk Creek Tunnel Forest State Scenic Corridor
- Umpqua Myrtle State Natural Site
Boat launches
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tyee Recreation Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tyee Recreation Site
Can I make reservations at Tyee Recreation Site?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tyee Recreation Site?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tyee Recreation Site.