Beach Lodge Myrtle Suburban

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Admin
Beach Lodge Myrtle Suburban

Beach Lodge Myrtle Suburban

Even on a warm sunny day in June, neither the parking lot nor the beach display their popularity. There is ample open space for beachcombing, kite flying, tossing a ball, walking for miles, or just lounging around watching the waves roll in and the crab boats go by.

D River Wayside Has No-Fee Parking and Beach Access

Oregon Parks Department maintains the no-fee day-use lot and restrooms. The parking area is sufficient for the largest recreational rigs at most times. At the peak of summer the lot fills up, but the beach never seems to. The order of the day at D River is laid back enjoyment. Families picnic at provided tables or on the beach, and kids from 2 to 80 scour the beach in search of agates, jasper, glass floats and shells.

The parking lot is about ten feet above the beach with a panoramic view of the Pacific. Concrete stairs and a gradual sand ramp provide easy access from the lot to the beach.

The beach gradually slopes to the open water, an easy walk to and from the water’s edge. Although the wayside is located on Highway 101, once on the beach, the seawall blocks traffic noise and all you hear is the sound of the waves.

More Activities than just the Oregon Beach

D River Wayside is conveniently located and within walking distance of the wayside there is ample food and lodging (see below). There are also a variety of small local shops and the EarthworksArtGallery. Just across Highway 101 visitors will find Cap’n Gulls - eclectic gift shop shirts and souvenirs, and the Snack Attack - quick snack shop.

A short walk north, the historic Seven Gables Shoppes (built in 1922) houses Treasures of the Sea featuring seashells, myrtle wood, ceramics, and seagulls.

An easy walk south brings the visitor to the Tsunami Coffee – coffee, fudge and other sweets, Wine 101 - unique beer, wine, cheeses and treats, and Mulligans sports bar and grill.