Oceanside Beach State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Oceanside Beach State Park is a small 7.3-acre park located in the center of Oceanside, OR. Unlike a traditional state park filled with dense forests, steep hiking trails and numerous wildflowers, this park features the Pacific Ocean and a sandy beach. The park stretches from the ocean on the west to the homes atop a steep cliff on the east. Visitors can head north to Cape Meares and check out the lighthouse or head south and catch the scenic views at Netarts Bay and Cape Lookout. The town of Tillamook, OR is just 10 miles away, and features a large creamery that offers tours as well as the opportunity to pick up some freshly made ice cream.
Spring 38 - 61 F
Summer 47 - 69 F
Fall 39 - 68 F
Winter 37 - 53 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Oceanside Beach State Park
Oceanside Beach State Park does not have any RV campgrounds.
What to Do at
Oceanside Beach State Park
Oceanside Beach State Park offers unique activities that you will not find at most state parks, including paragliding, agate hunting, and marine animal watching. Three Arch Rocks, a part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge, is located a half mile offshore. You can reach the rocks via kayak and get a close-up view of tufted puffins, common murres, pigeon guillemots, as well as other birds. Visitors can also enjoy kite flying, windsurfing, and tidepool exploration when visiting the park.
Fishing
Fishing access is available if you head north to Cape Meares. Anglers can cast a line from the ocean beach and try their hand at catching redtail surfperch.
Nature Watching
The park is a bird watcher’s paradise as the Three Arch Rocks landmark has been preserved as a wildlife refuge. This refuge is home to tufted puffins, common murres, pigeon guillemots, storm petrels, cormorants, and other birds. The beach is also a breeding site for Steller sea lions.
Stargazing
There is no overnight camping in the park, so it is hard to see any stars during the summer as the park closes at 8 pm. However, in the winter, you may be able to catch a glimpse of some stars after sunset and before the park closes for the day.
Hiking
There are no designated hiking trails at the park, but the beach offers miles of sandy terrain you can walk. Enjoy the sights and smells of the Pacific Ocean while you soak up the sun’s rays during a leisurely stroll.
Swimming
Swimming is a popular activity at the park during the warm summer months. You will need to be aware of your surroundings as you will share the water with surfers.
Beachcombing
Beachgoers have the opportunity to find petrified wood, fossils, and agates. Low tide is the best opportunity to find these treasures, but make sure to move quickly if you spot a sand dollar to beat the seagulls to it.
How to Get to
Oceanside Beach State Park
Oceanside Beach State Park is located southwest of Tillamook Bay. If you are traveling to the park from Tillamook, OR, you will want to get onto OR-131 W. Continue on this road as it bears to the right to head up the coast. When you get to Netarts Oceanside Hwy W/Pacific Ave, follow the signs for Oceanside and take a slight left. Travel along this road for 0.2 miles and then turn left at the first cross street onto Rosenberg Loop. This takes you to the parking area for the park.
Entering Oceanside Beach State Park
The park is open to the public for day use year-round between the hours of 7 am and 8 pm. You will find a restroom just off the Rosenberg Loop parking area. After you park your vehicle, you head down to the sandy beach, walk over to the Maxwell Point Tide Pool, or walk along Pacific Ave to find a cafe.
Oceanside Beach State Park Entry Fee : $0.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Oceanside Beach State Park
Summer is the best time of the year to visit Oceanside Beach State Park, as the warm weather will allow you to enjoy the water. However, if you are looking to go beachcombing, the winter is the best time as you will have a better chance of finding agates.
A variety of birds can be found at the park, including tufted puffins, pigeon guillemots, and storm-petrels cormorants. Steller sea lions are also commonly spotted on the beach.
No, there are no designated RV camping spots. Oceanside Beach State Park is intended for day use only.
No, there are no campgrounds within the park. However, if you intend to stay overnight, securing a spot in advance is a good idea because the park is in a popular area.
Yes, pets are allowed at Oceanside Beach State Park. Beachgoers are urged to leash their dogs and keep them at least 150 feet away from live or dead sea lions.