Waterfront Spot
Waterfront SpotManhattan Beach State Recreation Site
Rockaway Beach
One of Oregon's least-visited state parks offers uncrowded sands when Cannon Beach feels overrun. Long stretches for kite-flying and beachcombing, plus shaded picnic spots tucked in the trees.
Uncrowded sandy beach
Shaded picnic areas
Family-friendly spot
Dog-friendly shoreline
Tips
🏖️"quiet and you'll likely have plenty of space to yourself"
🐚sanddollars and shells, surprisingly little plastic
🅿️restrooms and picnic tables at parking area
Manhattan Beach State Recreation Site
Rockaway Beach
Waterfront SpotWaterfront SpotOne of Oregon's least-visited state parks offers uncrowded sands when Cannon Beach feels overrun. Long stretches for kite-flying and beachcombing, plus shaded picnic spots tucked in the trees.
Uncrowded sandy beach
Shaded picnic areas
Family-friendly spot
Dog-friendly shoreline
Tips
🏖️"quiet and you'll likely have plenty of space to yourself"
🐚sanddollars and shells, surprisingly little plastic
🅿️restrooms and picnic tables at parking area