Within the 363 miles that make up Oregon’s coastline, there are 262 miles of sandy beaches. They don’t all allow dogs, but you can take your best friend on seaside adventures at many of these coastal destinations. Some of them require you to use a 6-foot leash, while others allow off-leash dogs, provided that they listen to your commands and don’t interfere with other guests.
The best pet-friendly beaches in Oregon have picturesque views, golden sand, and pet-friendly restaurants and accommodations. When you plan your next seaside vacation, try out a few of these dog-friendly beaches to visit with your dog.
Explore tide pools full of marine life and the nearby Thor’s Well
Off-leash dogs are allowed provided that they obey voice commands and remain in sandy areas
Great location for watching migrating whales
The beach is rarely crowded
Conclusion
Dog-friendly beaches are scattered along Oregon’s coastline. With easy access to the Pacific Ocean, you and your dog can swim and explore miles of golden sand or just sit back and keep an eye open for migrating whales. The best beaches in Oregon have a variety of activities, from kayaking and hiking to viewing picturesque scenery like Haystack Rock or Thor’s Well. We hope that this list has introduced you to a new beach to visit during your next vacation.
Nicole is the proud mom of 3 rescue fur babies, Baby, a Burmese cat; Rosa, a New Zealand Huntaway; and Mac, a Lab/Mastiff. A Canadian expat, Nicole now lives on a lush forest property with her Kiwi husband and new baby daughter in New Zealand. She has a strong love for all animals of all shapes and sizes (and particularly loves a good interspecies friendship) and wants to share her animal knowledge and other experts' knowledge with pet lovers across the globe....Read more
