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A Safer Passage: Old Town Bandon Boat Shuttle to Bullards Beach Campground
A boat shuttle that carries hikers from Old Town Bandon to Bullards Beach State Park Campground, offering a scenic, safer alternative to walking the Bullards Bridge on Highway 101.
A Safer Passage: Old Town Bandon Boat Shuttle to Bullards Beach Campground.
This service provides a safe, scenic boat shuttle from Old Town Bandon back to the Bullards Beach State Park Campground — a practical option for Oregon Coast Trail hikers who would otherwise have to cross the dangerous Bullards Bridge on Highway 101. Book the shuttle for the leg you need, and remember to secure your return trip in advance.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Skip the Bullards Bridge
The shuttle removes the need to walk over the Bullards Bridge on Highway 101, eliminating a hazardous stretch of road and giving hikers a safer way to link trail and campground.
Coastal scenery from the water
Travelers trade roadside slog for coastal views — a boat passage that lets you soak in the Oregon coast from a different vantage while traversing between town and campground.
Tailored to Oregon Coast Trail hikers
The shuttle is presented as an ideal option for through‑hikers or section hikers on the Oregon Coast Trail who need a safe link between Old Town and Bullards Beach State Park Campground.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Board in Old Town Bandon and slide out onto coastal water for a short, scenic shuttle that deposits you at Bullards Beach State Park Campground — a direct alternative to the highway crossing and a practical connector for campers and hikers.
THE ROUTE
Skip the Bullards Bridge
The shuttle removes the need to walk over the Bullards Bridge on Highway 101, eliminating a hazardous stretch of road and giving hikers a safer way to link trail and campground.
THE VIEW
Coastal scenery from the water
Travelers trade roadside slog for coastal views — a boat passage that lets you soak in the Oregon coast from a different vantage while traversing between town and campground.
THE AUDIENCE
Tailored to Oregon Coast Trail hikers
The shuttle is presented as an ideal option for through‑hikers or section hikers on the Oregon Coast Trail who need a safe link between Old Town and Bullards Beach State Park Campground.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who benefits most from this shuttle:
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Boarding and departures take place in Old Town Bandon; the service runs from Old Town Bandon back to Bullards Beach State Park Campground.
Make sure to secure your return trip in advance so your outbound shuttle and return logistics are coordinated.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What does this shuttle do?
It is a boat shuttle that runs from Old Town Bandon to Bullards Beach State Park Campground.
Who is the shuttle intended for?
The shuttle is presented as ideal for Oregon Coast Trail hikers and others who need a safe link to the campground.
Do I need to book a return trip?
Yes — remember to secure your return trip to ensure a seamless adventure.
Why take the boat instead of walking?
Taking the boat avoids the hazardous walk over the Bullards Bridge on Highway 101 and provides coastal views from the water.
Where does the shuttle run between?
Between Old Town Bandon and Bullards Beach State Park Campground.