The One Beach In Oregon Where You Can Drive Right Up To The Water
By Catherine Armstrong|Published March 18, 2019
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
Most of Oregon’s beaches are closed to vehicle traffic for both safety and environmental reasons. There are a few places, however, where you can drive your car right onto the beach and up to the water. One of the most accessible spots is at the beach in Lincoln City. Read on for more details.
Lincoln City's beach is a beautiful spot to spend the day.
You'll want to be mindful of the weather conditions and tide before taking your car out there to avoid getting stuck. It's also important to note that driving down the beach is not allowed - just parking in a designated spot.
While some people are concerned about the environmental hazards posed by vehicles, others are glad to have closer access to the beach. For folks who use wheelchairs, for instance, parking right on the sand allows them easier accessibility.
Whether you choose to drive right up onto the beach from NW 15th Street, or access the beach from any of the other nearby parking lots, this long stretch of the coast is a place you'll want to visit.
Have you used the vehicle access to the beach at Lincoln City? Tell us your thoughts in the comments.
The Oregon coast is home to so many beautiful beaches, including this cobblestone beach that doesn’t have much in the way of sand, but offers plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities.
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