This Hidden Gem Beach In Oregon Has The Best Tide Pools In The Pnw

There are so many beautiful beaches along Oregon’s 363 miles of shoreline, each of which offers a little something special. For those looking for massive monoliths, there are numerous beaches to visit. A dog-friendly beach? You betcha. Jaw-dropping viewpoints? Absolutely. Epic surfing? Yes! And for the best tide pools in the PNW, head to Meyers Creek Beach Viewpoint, a breathtakingly beautiful hidden gem beach in Oregon.

Beachcombing is a real-life treasure hunt, with so much beauty and life to discover and admire!

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There are many places along Oregon’s 363-mile coastline where the ocean’s treasures speckle the shores, but there’s one beach in particular along the South Coast where you’ll find the most amazing tide pools in the PNW.

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On the far southern stretch of the Oregon Coast, Meyers Creek Beach lies where the small Meyers Creek meets the mighty Pacific Ocean. It’s a beautiful Beaver State beach that’s a total hidden gem.

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Nearly two miles of soft, silky sand stretch along the the shore, creating this beguiling beach dotted with large haystack rocks and features. These monoliths – and their massive footprints – set the stage for some serious tide pools as the ocean ebbs and flows.

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As the tides rush in and flow out, the area’s rocky and uneven terrain causes water to be trapped, or pooled.

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What’s left behind are some of the ocean’s most dazzling treasures: colorful sea stars and sea anemones, molten rocks and craggy shells.

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One surefire sign a beach is teeming with tide pools is the wildlife: gulls, seals, and sea lions frequent these areas in search of snacks. (Sorry, sea stars!)

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The unique formations and bounty of ocean treasures you’ll find at this hidden gem beach will enchant you, reminding you (yet again) of just how wondrous Oregon truly is.

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What’s your favorite beach activity in Oregon? You really can do it all on the Oregon Coast, but we are definitely partial to our state’s glorious tide pools.

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(But not take, because these treasures deserve to be enjoyed by everyone.)

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Address: Meyers Creek Beach Viewpoint, Gold Beach, OR 97444, USA