Gleneden Beach State Recreation Site

Gleneden Beach State Recreation Site is a 17.5-acre coastal park featuring a paved trail that descends through shore pine forest to reach the sandy beach. Orange sandstone bluffs border the beach and create a natural frame for various outdoor activities.

The state park system acquired this land through multiple purchases from private landowners in 1966 and 1967. This development transformed the coastal area into a public recreation space accessible to visitors.

Surfers in wetsuits gather regularly at the beach, especially during morning hours, to ride Pacific Ocean waves. The cove serves as a popular meeting point for the local surfing community and reflects the region's connection to coastal life.

The site provides picnic tables, public restrooms, and a group shelter equipped with electrical outlets for gatherings. The paved access road makes it easy to reach the beach for visitors of varying mobility levels.

From the beach, visitors can spot the dark green silhouette of Cascade Head and watch sea lions at the nearby four-mile Salishan Spit. These natural features make the location a good vantage point for wildlife viewing and observing the shoreline.

Location: Lincoln County

Website: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=159

GPS coordinates: 44.87620,-124.03500

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:06