I'm exhausted. Finding peace solo camping on the river | Oregon Coast Range 🌊

After 6 weeks away, I finally returned to the river for a much-needed solo camping reset at Spruce Run Campground on the Nestucca River in the Oregon Coast Range. Between the summer heat, wildfires in Oregon and Washington, and a draining 3-night adventure in Bigfoot country, I was running on empty. As a solo female camper in the PNW, sometimes the best medicine is a simple trip back to the water. I returned to Spruce Run Campground for the second time. The first time was winter camping, when I had the place mostly to myself. This time, I took a chance on a first-come, first-served spot right on the river—and snagged the very last one. While the campground was busy with summer crowds, the "summer green" was beautiful, though I’ll admit I missed the quiet of a winter solo camp. This trip was all about simplicity. No complicated meals or elaborate camping gear setup. Just a freeze-dried dinner, instant oatmeal, and coffee by the river. I even brought Sassy the Sasquatch along—see if you can spot her! I woke up to loud crows, misty fog, and a few sprinkles. But that didn't matter. I was back camping by the water, and that's all I needed. Video Chapters: 00:00 – I'm exhausted (6 weeks away was too long) 00:38 – The Last Camp Site on the River (First Come, First Served) 01:11 – Camp Setup + Campfire 03:10 – Summer vs. Winter Camping 03:48 – I Tripped out of my tent 04:17 – Fireside Chat + Sassy the Sasquatch 05:33 – Simple Camp Dinner: Freeze-Dried Meal 08:48 – Roasted Marshmallow over the fire 09:31 – Morning Coffee by the River 11:03 – Simple Camp Breakfast 11:50 – Camping ASMR: Mist, Fog, and Crows 12:20 – What's Next: Back to the Waterfall Site 12:39 – Outtakes & Bloopers In This Video: 🌲 Returning to Spruce Run Campground (Oregon Coastal Range) 🏕️ First-come, first-served camping on the river ☕ Coffee by the river (pure happiness) 🥣 Simple meals: freeze-dried dinner + instant oatmeal 🌫️ Misty morning with fog and crows 👣 Sassy the Sasquatch makes her first appearance 🥶 Winter Camping at Spruce Run: I Was Alone (Until I Wasn't): First Time Camping On The River Alone (Unt... River Walk Through Campground & Dispersed Scouting: River Walk Through Campground + Dispersed ... Watch the Full 3-Night Bigfoot Country Series: 🎬 Day 1 (Night One with Bigfoot) - 3 Days Solo Camping in Bigfoot Country 👣 (... 🎬 Day 2 (Scouting for Dispersed Sites) - Solo Camping & Scouting 5 Dispersed Spots ... 🎬 Day 3 (Camping Alone in an Old Growth Forest) - First Time Solo Camping in this Old Growth... More Solo Camping Content: 🏕️ Road to Solo Dispersed Camping Playlist: Road to Solo Dispersed Camping 🌲⛺️ 📂 Start Your Journey Here (Best of Solo Female Camping): Start Your Journey Here | Solo Female Camp... -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more camping content: @toreyinoregon ☕️ Your support keeps this channel wild! If you enjoy the content, feel free to support the journey here: https://buymeacoffee.com/chaseyourwild -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎵 Music by Epidemic Sound - listen to my playlist: https://share.epidemicsound.com/4ww35... -------------------------------------------------------------------------- As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. 🔗 Links to main camp gear I use on my trips: Tent, Sleeping & Comfort: Instant Popup Tent: https://amzn.to/4soEhDa Core 50 Sleeping Bag: https://amzn.to/42VnYU1 USB Heated Blanket: https://amzn.to/486FmGL Puffer Blanket: https://amzn.to/46eyfws Wool Blanket: https://amzn.to/4s1MmgY Inflatable Pillow (large): https://amzn.to/41hgY1Y (comparable) Mallet & Puller: https://amzn.to/4tGWQCt (comparable) XL Camping Chair: https://amzn.to/3IAAtMU Tiny Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/4jMBnUc Portable Toilet: https://amzn.to/3ZAI6Zg Collapsible Stool: https://amzn.to/4lwGxod Camping Fan: https://amzn.to/4pelRnP Kitchen & Fire: Coleman Stove: https://amzn.to/3EVzvt2 Windscreen: https://amzn.to/3EOfULr Jetboil Flash 1.0L: https://amzn.to/4o8qSfc USB Lighter: https://amzn.to/3GJyDs7 Fast Fire Starters: https://amzn.to/4iXeeie Water Jug w/ dispenser: https://amzn.to/4qzijLL Fire Poker: https://amzn.to/4bEwmvo (comparable) Folding Campfire Grill: https://amzn.to/4oRI2Qa 🔗 For all other misc gear, visit my Amazon Storefronts: Camping picks: https://amzn.to/413YAt0 Travel picks: https://amzn.to/4aSiMlG Tech/Filming picks: https://amzn.to/4krWcV2 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on FB: Facebook: gochaseyourwild Follow me on IG: Instagram: gochaseyourwild #solocamping #camping #campinglife #campinggear #campingalone #campingvideos #campingvlog #campinginthewoods #oregon #oregoncoast #campinginoregon