Oregon State Parks (ocean shore): dogs on beaches

Pets are welcome on most Oregon ocean beaches and may run free if under direct control (within sight and responsive to commands); always carry a leash. Inside state park areas, and on the beach in front of Cape Lookout State Park, a 6-foot leash is required. In snowy plover management areas (about 40 of 362 miles) no dogs at all, even leashed, from March 15 to September 15.

Source: Oregon State Parks, pet information. Checked October 27, 2026.

Beaches and walks

• Lincoln City beach (D River)Off-leash dogs allowed all year
• Nye BeachOff-leash dogs allowed all year
• Cape Lookout State Park beachDogs on a leash all year