Hike sand dunes and swim in freshwater lakes while cabin camping near Winchester Bay.
Set on the Oregon Coast, Winchester Bay has plenty of shoreline to explore and a variety of natural parks within a 2-hour drive—all easily reached from a cozy cabin rental. The area's year-round temperate climate means a cabin stay works at any time of year but can be especially cozy when Winchester Bay gets most of its rain in spring and during the colder winter months. For an off-season visit, look for a winter chalet, A-frame cabin, or tiny home with cozy details like wood-burning stoves and hot tubs. Some cabin rentals near Umpqua Lighthouse State Park may come equipped with queen-size beds, kitchenettes, full washrooms, and firepits for grilling. Here, cabin campers can visit the 65-foot-tall Umpqua River Lighthouse; go sport fishing and crabbing in the Pacific Ocean; or head to Lake Marie for canoeing and kayaking. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is another must-see, easily traversed by foot, on horseback, or via off-highway vehicles. Cabin rentals within close proximity to the dunes range from hobbit houses with rustic amenities to pet-friendly vacation rentals with wood-burning fireplaces, private decks, cooking equipment, and wifi.