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

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

The verdict

Plan ahead

Booking difficulty 5 out of 10. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

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

Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in October scores 5 out of 10 for booking difficulty — plan ahead. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical October booking was locked in about 23 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 19% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Monday, 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: 15% of bookings15%1–3d4–7d: 12% of bookings12%4–7d1–2wk: 10% of bookings10%1–2wk2–4wk: 20% of bookings20%2–4wk1–2mo: 19% of bookings19%1–2mo2–3mo: 8% of bookings8%2–3mo3–6mo: 13% of bookings13%3–6mo6mo+: 1% of bookings6mo+Median booking lead time: 23 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

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

Booking window · October 2026

When October reservations open

Reservations for Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in October 2026 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

October 1 stays open

April 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 October 1, 2026 become bookable on April 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout October 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 October

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

SUTTON CAMPGROUND

ORPlan ahead

SOUTH JETTY SAND CAMPING

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LAGOON CAMPGROUND

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FAQ

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

How hard is it to book Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in October?
Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) rates 5 out of 10 for October — Plan ahead. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.
How far in advance should I book Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) for October?
The typical October reservation was made about 23 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do October reservations open for Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground)?
Reservations for Alsea Falls Recreation Site (Campground) in October 2026 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for October 1 become bookable on April 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 October?
Arrivals are lightest on Monday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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