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| D River State Recreation Site | | This is where the shortest river in the world is located. The D River flows a mere 120 feet from Devils Lake into the roaring ocean. Kite festivals are held every spring on the beach shores that are located 120 feet away from D River. Fishing, camping, and wildlife viewing are popular activities as well. Some facilities are provided. |
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| Devil's Lake Recreation Area | | This lake is located in the midst of Lincoln City. Many water activities are permitted on the lake. Bird watching is also very popular here. If visitors do not wish to spend the whole day at the lake there is an outlet mall, one of the largest in Oregon, that is just a short drive away. |
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| Driftwood Beach State Recreation Site | | This area provides access to the ocean and picnic facilities scattered throughout the shore pine. The area offers a wide, flat, sandy beach. It is also a great place for beachcombing and enjoying beautiful sunsets. Visitors enjoy a number of water activities. |
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| Fogarty Creek State Recreation Area | | This area provides picnic areas for its visitors. At the cliff-rimmed beach, a lazy creek flows into the sea, cutting through the scenic ocean cove. Some of the best bird watching in the state is available in this park. Fishing doesn't seem to disappoint the visitors either. No facilities are provided. |
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| Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site | | This area is a beachcomber's delight. There are miles of flat, sandy beach and just a short hike from the mouth of Alsea Bay is where visitors can windsurf, crap, or just watch the seals. Excellent whale and storm watching opportunities arise here too. Bird watching and fishing are also very popular. |
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| Lost Creek State Recreation Site | | is developed for picnicking and beach access. This is a beachcomber's paradise. Whale observation and other marine life is extremely popular in this area. Fishing is permitted in all areas of the recreation site. Visitors who wish to camp may do so, but there is no official campground. |
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| Seal Rock State Recreation Site | | has large off-shore rock formations which are the habitat of seals, sea lions, sea birds and other marine life. The wayside includes interesting tide pools as well as excellent ocean views and a sandy beach. There are many diverse wildlife communities because of the mix of substrate types and wave exposure regimes. The main use of this area comes from the general public for recreational sightseeing, beachcombing, tide-pooling, bird-watching, clamming, and rock fishing. One of the best sites on the open coast for littleneck clams. School field trips are occasionally organized around this area as well. |
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| Smelt Sands State Recreation Site | | This recreations site is an excellent whale watching and photography viewpoint. Visitors are encouraged to walk the historic 804 Trail. It extends for .75 miles one-way with resting benches scattered along the way. The park is known for tide pooling, rock fishing and the yearly smelt run. Breathtaking sunsets are signature attractions for this site as well. |
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| Stonefield Beach State Recreation Site | | Stonefield beach has easy beach access. Ten mile Creek is just to the north of this secluded recreational area. Stonefield Beach State Recreation Site is a great place to sit in the sun and watch for whales. The famous gray whales migrating to Baja, California can be viewed. Humpback and even killer whales have been spotted in this area. Sea lions inhabit the shorelines, but guests are advised not to try to touch the animals. |
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| W.B. Nelson State Recreation Site | | The area provides a small freshwater lake and fishing dock. Bass and stocked pan-sized trout are the most common fish. The area is known for abundant waterfowl. Picnicking is popular and relaxing here. The areas overlook the Alsea River, and provide easy access to the river's shore. Sometimes the river current can be strong. Guests are advised to accompany small children in the water. Wildlife watching is abundant. Not only do the waterfowl make for excellent bird watching, but it is also not rare to find a doe and her fawn drinking from the riverside. |
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| Yachats State Recreation Area | | The site lies within the heart of Yachats. Turn west on 2nd Street. The road makes a small loop, offering a serene view of the Yachats River as it meets the Pacific Ocean. Water activities such as surfing, wind surfing, boogie boarding, wake boarding, jet skiing, water skiing, and boating are interesting activities to be involved with here. |
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| Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site | | is located in Newport at the north end of Yaquina Bay near its outlet to the Pacific Ocean. The lighthouse -- later used as a Coast Guard Lifeboat Station -- has been restored and is open to the public. Seal lions and other marine wildlife have been spotted here occasionally as well. |
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