Agate Beach State Recreation Site
Agate Beach
A wide beach north of Newport where agates can be found in winter. It faces Yaquina Head Lighthouse and is popular with surfers.
Agate Beach lies north of Newport, with a broad, long sandy shore. Its northern end faces Yaquina Head and its lighthouse, making it an ideal spot for photographing the lighthouse from afar. After winter storms wash away the surface sand, translucent agates and jaspers are often found in the gravel layer, which is how the beach got its name. The surf here is fairly consistent, making it a common surfing spot along the central Oregon coast. Free admission. The state recreation area has a parking lot and restrooms. From the lot, walk through a small tunnel to reach the beach.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Nye Beach
- Yaquina Head Lighthouse & Outstanding Natural Area
- Newport Historic Bayfront
- Yaquina Bay Lighthouse
- Yaquina Bay Bridge
- Hatfield Marine Science Center
- Oregon Coast Aquarium
- South Beach State Park