Nye Beach

Nye Beach is a wide sandy shoreline along the Pacific Ocean with rocky outcrops and clear waters for swimming and surfing. The beach stretches along the coast and provides multiple access points for visitors.

The beach was established in the late 1800s by entrepreneur John Nye as Newport's first coastal resort. This early development shaped the area as an important travel destination on the Oregon coast.

The neighborhood around the beach hosts a vibrant arts scene with independent galleries and the Newport Visual Arts Center at the turnaround. Local artists and craftspeople have made their home here, shaping the area with studios and exhibition spaces.

The beach is accessible through multiple entry points with free parking and public restroom facilities near the turnaround. The southern area and rocky outcrops are more accessible at low tide and offer better vantage points for viewing.

The beach connects directly to the Oregon Coast Trail, enabling continuous exploration of the Pacific shoreline from the Columbia River to California. This connection makes the area a significant point on this long-distance hiking route.