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Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May: How Hard Is It to Book?

Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) · OR · Mary's Peak Extensive

The verdict

Hard

Booking difficulty 7 out of 10. Competitive. Be ready when the booking window opens.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

May rarely sells out — you can often book close to your trip.

Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May scores 7 out of 10 for booking difficulty — hard. Competitive. Be ready when the booking window opens.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical May booking was locked in about 58 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 32% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Wednesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 0% of bookingsSame day1–3d: 11% of bookings11%1–3d4–7d: 8% of bookings8%4–7d1–2wk: 9% of bookings9%1–2wk2–4wk: 12% of bookings12%2–4wk1–2mo: 9% of bookings9%1–2mo2–3mo: 9% of bookings9%2–3mo3–6mo: 34% of bookings34%3–6mo6mo+: 7% of bookings7%6mo+Median booking lead time: 58 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Wednesday in May. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

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Booking window · May 2027

When May reservations open

Reservations for Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

May 1 stays open

November 1, 2026

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for May 1, 2027 become bookable on November 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout May releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?

Northwest Oregon District Recreation Site Business Plan. The $15, $20, and $40 campsite fee includes one vehicle per site. Extra camping vehicle fee of $5 each is collected at the site. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable. Cash or check made out to Bureau of Land Management is accepted. Fee envelope receipt stub must be displayed on the dash.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in May

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

FAQ

Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May: common questions

How hard is it to book Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May?
Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) rates 7 out of 10 for May — Hard. Competitive. Be ready when the booking window opens.
How far in advance should I book Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) for May?
The typical May reservation was made about 58 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do May reservations open for Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?
Reservations for Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for May 1 become bookable on November 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in May?
Arrivals are lightest on Wednesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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