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Nye Beach

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Nye Beach
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“Nye Beach is a central district in Newport in the U.S. state of Oregon. The Nye Beach historic overlay district is bounded on the north and south sides by Northwest Twelfth Street and Southwest Second Street respectively; on the east side by Hurbert Street and on the west side by the Pacific Ocean.”
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Lonely PlanetJul 15

The best beaches near Portland, Oregon

Within a two-hour drive of Portland, Oregon are more than a handful of excellent beaches. These seven are our most beloved for their surf breaks, sun and scenery.

Offers art galleries and a friendly village atmosphere.

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  • Nye BeachSuburbOffers art galleries and a friendly village atmosphere.
  • Ossies Surf ShopPlaceRent boards, wetsuits, or book a lesson.
  • Otter RockSight
  • Agate BeachSight
  • Elsewhere
  • Neahkahnie MountainSightManzanita, United StatesHike up for a spectacular view over the coast.
  • Haystack RockNature reserveCannon Beach, United StatesA magnet for beachgoers, providing great photo opportunities.
  • The Goonies HouseSightAstoria, United StatesOff-limits due to owner's frustration with film fans.
  • old jailMuseumAstoria, United StatesNow a film museum, a starting point for film-related sites.
  • Sauvie IslandSightPortland, United StatesAn agricultural oasis providing an excellent break from city bustle.
  • Walton BeachSightPortland, United StatesA sunbathing spot on the island's eastern side.
  • Collins BeachSightPortland, United StatesA clothing-optional experience at the northern end of the island.
  • Amanda trailTrailYachats, United StatesHooks up with the 804 Coast Trail to the south.
  • Cape Perpetua Scenic AreaSightYachats, United StatesSpectacular shoreline with tide pools and rocky promontories.
  • Heceta Head LighthouseSightYachats, United StatesPicturesque lighthouse rising above the surf.
  • "the Prom"SightSeaside, United StatesSeaside's 2-mile boardwalk, popular for bicycles and surreys.
  • 804 Coast TrailTrailYachats, United States
  • Seaside BeachSightSeaside, United States
  • Short Sands BeachSightSeaside, United States
  • Indian BeachSightSeaside, United States
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