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D River State Recreation Site
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,454 Google reviews · Running trail in Lincoln City, Oregon · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from D River State Recreation Site's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
The D River flows just 120 ft. from Devils Lake into the ocean at this state-administered area.
What runners say about D River State Recreation Site
“Beautiful beach with small river to swim in, great for kids especially, much safer than going out in the ocean for a swim!”
My family has been going to this beach for over 20 years now. We just took my 3 kids there on Tuesday, 9-3. They had so much fun playing in the water pools by the ocean as well as in the sand. It was also windy enough that we flew one of our kites.
Nice beach. Kids had a blast playing in the creek that runs down to the ocean. Easy to get to, parking can be tricky just have to be patient. Steps down to beach are not good for handicapped individuals, but at least there are not a lot of logs to climb over.
Beautiful sunny day. We took our two grandchildren and a couple of kites and had a great time! This beach is joined by the world's smallest river. The beach has a huge mat to walk on which we greatly appreciated.
Beautiful beach with small river to swim in, great for kids especially, much safer than going out in the ocean for a swim! There's also a small paved walkway to accommodate wheelchairs down on to the beach.
Trail conditions & character
“The open horizon offers an unobstructed view of the water meeting the sky, creating a profound sense of peace and solitude.”
“Excellent beach access restrooms parking it's all here dog friendly picnic tables benches fun beach can see the ocean from the parking lot”
“Excellent beach access restrooms parking it's all here dog friendly picnic tables benches fun beach can see the ocean from the parking lot”
“There are park benches facing the ocean and a concrete staircase leading down to the beach as well as a ramp to make it easier for strollers or wheelchairs to get onto the sand.”
“There are park benches facing the ocean and a concrete staircase leading down to the beach as well as a ramp to make it easier for strollers or wheelchairs to get onto the sand.”
“Good place for people watching or just kick back and read a book or have a picnic lunch at the various boardwalk benchs or picnic tables.”
Plan your run at D River State Recreation Site
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteoregonstateparks.org
- Phone+1 800-551-6949
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9:30 pm |
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