By: Shirley Atkinson
One of the best places to camp in Oregon is along the Oregon Coast. There are numerous State operated parks and also private camp grounds.
Our favorite parks on the coast are Beverly Beach and Sunset bay. Beverly Beach is located on the central Oregon coast just north of Newport and Sunset bay is located on the southern coast by Coos Bay.
Beverly beach is located on one side of the road while the Pacific Ocean is on the other side. But don't worry! There is a walkway under the highway that emerges to the long expanse of sandy beach. The beach extends south to Yaquina Head Lighthouse, to the north to the headland of Otter Rock.
If you are looking for fossils, agates and shells you want to head south on the beach. If you want to surf or else just watch the surfers then go north on the beach.
If the weather cooperates the sky will be covered with kites. It is a great place for flying kites because you usually have a wind coming off the Pacific Ocean. Some of the new kites are over 50 feet long.
Sunset Bay is located in one of the most scenic areas on the Oregon Coast. The campground has sites for tents and RV's as well as cozy and comfortable yurts. Each campsite is mostly private and level with tall trees.
The great thing we like about this park is the beautiful sandy beach that is protected by towering sea cliffs. There is easy access for beach-combing, fishing, swimming and boating.
Sunset bay is located next to Shore Acres which was once the home of a lumber baron named Louis Simpson. The gardens are spectacular! You don't want to miss this site.
There are many more campgrounds along the coast. I have just told you about 2 that we really like but there are many more that you can investigate and check out.
