Smelt Sands State Recreation Site

About Smelt Sands State Recreation Site

The historic 804 Trail runs three quarters of a mile along the shore, with benches scattered along the way. Known for tidepooling, rock fishing and the yearly run of smelt.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🎣 Fishing
• 🐦 Birding

Amenities & facilities

• 🚻 Restrooms
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Entrance fee

Free entry — No day-use parking fee at this park.

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Smelt Sands State Recreation Site

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Fishing rods
• Binoculars
• Hiking boots
• Bug spray
• Tackle kits
• Spotting scopes
• Bird guides
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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• Yachats State Recreation Area
• Yachats Ocean Road State Natural Site
• Beachside State Recreation Site
• Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint
• Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site
• Stonefield Beach State Recreation Site