Beverly Beach State Park
Nestled between Depot Bay and Newport, Beverly Beach is the ideal basecamp for coastal adventures as well as a destination in its own right. Tucked into a forested canyon along Spencer Creek, the park offers one of Oregon’s largest campgrounds, just steps from a wide stretch of pristine beach, easily accessible by trail under the Spencer Creek Bridge. Visitors can choose from RV and tent sites (some with ocean views!) or cozy yurts. Additional amenities include flush toilets, hot showers, a hiker/biker camp, a playground, a reservable picnic shelter, and even a yurt meeting hall.
…and Beyond
Its convenient location makes Beverly Beach a perfect launchpad for exploring the central Oregon coast. Within a short drive, guests can enjoy whale watching at several scenic viewpoints, tidepooling at Yaquina Head, and visiting attractions like the Oregon Coast Aquarium and the historic Newport Bayfront. Whether you’re hiking coastal trails, strolling along Spencer Creek, or simply relaxing by the campfire, Beverly Beach offers a rich blend of nature, comfort, and convenience for every kind of adventurer.
Camping on the Coast
It’s All About Balance
When you camp at an Oregon state park, you’re looking for a balance between “getting back to basics” and a desire for some of the creature comforts that make your stay enjoyable. That’s exactly where your lottery play comes in.
Because Oregon voters extended lottery funding to Oregon parks in 1998, dollars are available to support many of the features that help strike that balance between authenticity and comfort. Imagine how different the experience would be without adequate paving, electricity, or clean, modern restrooms. Through lottery-funded grants, Beverly Beach accomplished the following essential projects to help keep the park ready to serve visitors like you!
- Beverly Beach 3 phase Electrical Upgrade: $139,319
- Beverly Beach Campground Paving: $643,395
- Beverly Beach D Loop Restroom: $43,498
Putting the “Beverly” in Beverly Beach
In 1930, Curtis Christy worked as a buyer for the Meier & Frank Department store in Portland and lived nearby with his wife Florence. During the next decade, Curtis was promoted to the position of department manager and his wife gave birth to their only child, a daughter named Florence Daneene.
With his promotion secured, Mr. & Mrs. Christy purchased a piece of property on the central Oregon Coast, intending to start a small community there. Perhaps they considered naming this community after their young daughter, but the coastal community of “Florence” had already been incorporated some forty years earlier! Instead, they gave young Florence the honor of naming the new community. She decided on the name “Beverly” after her favorite doll. When Oregon Parks took over the adjacent stretch of beach in the 1940s, “Beverly Beach State Park” was made official.
Stock photo, not the real Florence (or Beverly!)
The Oregon Coast Aquarium
If you’re visiting Beverly Beach State Park and looking for fun, the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport is a must-see. Just a short drive away, this top-tier marine science center offers a fascinating look at the creatures and ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. From playful sea otters and eerie moon jellies to hands-on tide pool experiences, the exhibits are designed to engage all ages. Highlights include the Touch Pool, where you can gently interact with sea stars and anemones, and the immersive “Passages of the Deep,” a tunnel that lets you walk beneath sharks and other sea life.
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More to Love on the Central Oregon Coast
The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, a historic structure presiding over the mouth of the bay, needed a little love. After decades standing in the salt air and damp elements, the wooden structure was in dire need of renovation. Thanks in part to dollars generated from your Oregon Lottery play, the lighthouse underwent an extensive reconstruction project. Now it stands tall, again ready to welcome visitors to the central Oregon coast.
Supporting Oregon Parks
Since 1998, a portion of the dollars generated by the Oregon Lottery have gone to support our state and local parks. Learn more about how your lottery play makes a difference for these important places!
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