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Agate Beach State Recreation Site, Newport, OR

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Sports & Outdoors

Agate Beach State Recreation Site

A coastal day-use wayside near Newport known for beach access, clamming, and surfing.

Newport, OR

About Agate Beach State Recreation Site

This Oregon State Parks site sits between the new and old Highway 101 near Newport and Agate Beach. A tunnel beneath the older highway leads visitors to a broad sandy beach. Razor clamming and surfing are popular here, and the large parking area has room for trailers. Visitors often stop for a picnic before or after trips to nearby Newport attractions. The state acquired the wayside in 1969 after a legal dispute.

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