Beverly Beach State Park
Newport, OR
Beverly Beach runs a long, open stretch of sand between Yaquina Head and Devils Punchbowl, one of the more reliably wide, walkable beaches on the central coast. A large campground sits just inland, making this a common base for people spending several days exploring Newport and Depoe Bay.
Wide, reliable sand and an easy campground connection make this well loved for multi day stays, though it lacks a single standout feature of its own.
How we score beachesThe tunnel under Highway 101 from the campground to the beach is an easy, quick walk, worth using instead of driving if you're already staying here.
A day use fee applies at the main lot off Highway 101; camping requires a separate reservation.
A paved path and a tunnel under the highway connect the campground and lot to the beach.
Leashed dogs are allowed throughout the park.
Summer, June through September, is the busiest camping season and driest window for beach time.
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