Beachside State Recreation Site, State recreation site along the Pacific coast in Oregon, United States
Beachside State Recreation Site is a state park in Lincoln County, Oregon, administered by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. It lies on the Pacific coast about 5.6 km north of Waldport, at roughly 4 metres above sea level, with the ocean to its west and forested hills rising inland.
The land was acquired in 1944 to give the public access to Big Creek and the shoreline. It was formally established as a state recreation site and renamed in 1957.
Beachside State Recreation Site lies about 5.6 km north of Waldport in Lincoln County, where the campground meets the Pacific and the ground rises toward Kerby Mountain, 513 m high, roughly 7.2 km inland. Campers walk from their sites onto the sand and watch the surf; the surrounding forest and nearby creek draw people who come for the shoreline rather than for town.
The grounds are open only from spring through fall, requiring advance reservation for specialty lodging options. Hot showers and standard bathroom facilities are available on-site, along with disability-accessible options.
The site sits within traveling distance of three historical lighthouses and tide pools filled with sea life. Nearby science centers and an aquarium make educational exploration part of the coastal visit.
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