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Oregon Coast Beaches

Oregon’s coast stretches for approximately 362 miles from the California border in the south to the mouth Columbia River in the north. It features over 70 sandy and rocky beaches with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy

Nesika Beach in Oregon: The picture "Nesika Beach sandy shoreline and driftwood" shows a wide sandy beach with scattered driftwood, some grassy dunes in the foreground, gentle ocean waves, and a distant mountain under a clear blue sky.

Nesika Beach – Surfperch Fishing, Beach Walks, and Open Sand

2026-01-05

• Nesika Beach, combined with Ophir Beach, is a nearly 6‑mile stretch of the shoreContinue Reading

Reedsport Bay Oregon: The picture "Reedsport Bay Oregon waterfront" features a scenic view of a wooden boardwalk and outdoor patios along the bay, with a blue fishing boat docked and a railroad bridge crossing the calm water, surrounded by forested hills.

Reedsport & Beyond – Things to Do & See

2025-07-22

• Reedsport is a gateway to Oregon Dunes and Umpqua River adventures Lodging in ReedsportContinue Reading

Winchester Bay Oregon: The picture "Winchester Bay Oregon pier" features a long wooden pier stretching over the water with people walking and fishing, surrounded by blue water and grassy shoreline.

Winchester Bay & Beyond – Things to Do & See

2025-07-21

• Winchester Bay is a fishing hub and gateway to the Oregon Dunes Lodging inContinue Reading

Sport Haven Beach at the South Jetty Chetco River Brookings Oregon: A view of the beach with black sand and people scattered along the shoreline. There are driftwood logs and rocks in the foreground, with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky. The ocean waves gently lap against the shore.

Sport Haven Beach at the South Jetty Chetco River

2025-03-20

• Sport Haven Beach gives access to a ton of beach and city adventuresContinue Reading

South Beach State Park, Newport, Oregon: A large, weathered piece of shipwreck partially submerged in shallow water, with a sandy beach and distant dunes in the background.

South Beach State Park – Newport’s Beachlife Backyard

2025-02-04

• South Beach State Park has one of the largest campgrounds on the Oregon CoastContinue Reading

Ona Beach (Brian Booth State Park): A scenic view of the beach with scattered rocks on the sand, gentle waves in the distance, and two people walking along the shoreline under a clear blue sky.

Ona Beach – Coastal Adventures at Brian Booth State Park

2025-02-03

• Ona Beach is the spot where you can find unique blue Newport agatesContinue Reading

Lost Creek State Recreation Site Lost Creek Beach Oregon Coast: A small stream flows over a rocky shore, with driftwood scattered along the path of the water. The stream leads to the sandy beach and ocean waves, where two people are visible walking near the water under a bright blue sky.

Lost Creek State Recreation Site – A Peaceful Beach near Newport

2025-02-02

• The park forests were logged during World War I for Sitka spruce to buildContinue Reading

Lincoln City - Oregon

D River State Recreation Site – The Beach Of The World’s Shortest River

2024-12-02

• D River State Recreation Site offers stunning beachside recreationContinue Reading

Siletz Bay Agate, Oregon Coast

Exploring Taft Beach: The Heart of Lincoln City Adventures

2024-11-30

• Taft Beach is a picturesque stretch of coastline nestled in the historic Taft DistrictContinue Reading

Harris Beach State Park Oregon Coast Rockhounding Tidepools

Harris Beach State Park: Southern Oregon’s Coastal Treasure

2024-08-25

• Harris Beach State Park is home of the biggest island off the Oregon CoastContinue Reading

Whaleshead Beach Oregon

Whaleshead Beach – Whale Monument of South Oregon

2024-08-20

• Whaleshead Beach features a rock formation that spouts like a whale!Continue Reading

Holly Beach Driftwood Beach State Recreation Site Oregon Coast

Holly Beach and Driftwood Beach State Park – Winter Storms Paradise!

2024-07-05

• Holly Beach is an excellent beachcombing place • Driftwood Beach State Recreation Site isContinue Reading

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Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area in Oregon: The picture "Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area in Oregon – footbridge over creek and forest" displays a footbridge arching over a flowing creek, surrounded by green forest and rocky banks, with a large rock formation in the background.

Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area – Forest Trails, Waterfall, and River Access

Happy Beach in Oregon: The picture "Happy Beach in Oregon – large driftwood log on sandy beach" shows a massive weathered driftwood tree lying on the sand near the base of a grassy bluff, with the ocean and distant waves under a clear blue sky.

Happy Camp Beach – Secluded Sandy Shoreline at Netarts Bay

Stinkingwater Petrified Wood – Clear Creek Rockhounding in Eastern Oregon: The picture "Stinkingwater Petrified Wood – Clear Creek hand holding petrified wood" features a close-up of a person's hand holding a piece of brown and tan petrified wood, with a blurred sandy background.

Stinkingwater Petrified Wood – Clear Creek Rockhounding in Eastern Oregon

Muriel O. Ponsler Memorial State Scenic Viewpoint in Oregon: The picture "Muriel O. Ponsler Memorial State Scenic Viewpoint creek, pebbles, and driftwood" shows a shallow, clear creek flowing over smooth pebbles with weathered driftwood scattered along the banks and a sandy bluff in the background, beneath a sunny sky.

Muriel O. Ponsler Memorial State Scenic Viewpoint – Beach Access on the Oregon Coast

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