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Just 150 yards from the Pacific Ocean, all sites at Whalers Rest include sewer, 50 or 30 amp electric and water. On-site amenities include a family clubhouse with indoor swimming pool and hot tub, mini golf, wi-fi and more.
Easy and friendly check-in. The site was quiet and shaded and made for a good night's sleep. We chose a site with wifi access, but we could never get service. There is no cell service, so if you're looking to disconnect- this is the place! There is a very nice quiet beach just across the street. Lost Creek beach was beautiful and when we went there was only 1-2 other families there. The park is secluded and a bit of a distance from town if you are wanting to get food or drive anywhere. Again- perfect if you're looking to really "get away." We needed wifi for my daughter's school so it was frustrating for us to not be able to connect to the internet from our "wifi friendly" spot.
We just returned from our three night stay at Whalers Rest. It's a large park which made for nice walking in the morning. We had full hook-ups. I want to love this park but I just think it was fine. The spaces on the perimeter offered more privacy and we were in space 82 which was really awesome. The showers and restrooms were clean. Most things were closed due to covid. It was nice walking to the beach but I was very surprised that you had to run across the highway to get there. In the camp ground is a sign that says "trail to the beach" but it really leads you to the highway. There is also not a cross-walk or light anywhere near this area. It was mostly fine crossing but I was surprised. The beach was beautiful and there were not many people there! I was also surprised there were not any outdoor areas to wash the sand off your feet - not a big deal, but an observation. Each employee I talked to was very friendly and definitely cared about making your stay pleasant. The wifi is very poor. That isn't a terrible thing either, just an observation. We used the laundry facilities and they were clean as well.
We went to the Oregon Coast for a week in June. We made reservations at the Whalers Rest. We found the resort a pleasant place to stay and it was close to the mighty Pacific Ocean. However, the resort looks tired and in need of work. TV cable for the RV did not work. The resort amenities were closed due to COVID so there is not much to tell. All in all it was just okay.
From the time that you check into this awesome resort you will be greeted by wonderful people that want to make your stay remarkable. Everyone, from David who I believe is the manager, to Terry, Kerri and the rest of the staff... Everyone wants to make the time you spend with them ,,, outstanding. I can not truly tell you how pleased I have been , as a member of the wonderful Thousand trails family everyone, and I mean everyone goes way beyond what would normally be expected ... When the covid hit and I was at the resort. We were informed that we could stay until it ended. Wow... What a great company. If you are an rv family, You need to join Thousand Trails.....What a fabulous company filled with caring people who really understand the people in the RV lifestile. I think I have had at lest 7 people who have joined thousand trails since I have shared my experiences with them. Thousand Trails you rockl.... Keep up the good work.
This is a great place to stay. They have a general store, a north and south club house and many more amenities to chose from. They also have activities every month. It’s very quiet and serine. You can also hear the ocean from here. It is a 19 minute walk or a 5 minute or less drive to an access point to the beach.