Harris Beach State Park

Park Overview

Located on Oregon’s rugged south coast, Harris Beach offers a splendid seascape for sightseers, several trails, and miles of sandy beaches and rocky outcroppings to explore. From the day-use area, enjoy beachside picnicking with a picturesque view of the sea stacks dotting the ocean, including the largest island off the Oregon coast.

Bird Island (also called Goat Island) is a National Wildlife Sanctuary and breeding site for such rare birds as the tufted puffin. The island makes for amazing wildlife viewing from the park's many viewpoints. Watch gray whales on their winter and spring migrations, harbor seals, California sea lions, sea birds and the rich marine gardens.  

Year-round Camping

Some camp loops close for the winter. Reservable sites can be booked up to 6 months in advance at oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com.

• 65 full-hookup sites
• 25 electrical sites with water
• 59 tent sites with water nearby
• 6 yurts (3 pet-friendly; one accessible) RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
• Group camp CLOSED
• Hiker/biker camp
• Playground
• Flush toilets and hot showers
• Firewood for sale, subject to availability
• RV dump station
• Universal access: One campsite has accessible design.

Nearby Attractions

Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor: This 12-mile-long park along Highway 101 is a series of scenic waysides, some with picnic tables where you can sit and enjoy unparalleled ocean views. Or you can explore the park by foot via a series of hikes that make up a portion of the Oregon Coast Trail. The south end of the park is only three miles north of Harris Beach.

McVay Rock and Winchuck State Recreation Sites offer access to beaches south of Brookings. At the border, Crissey Field has wetlands, a trail to the beach and a welcome center with more information on things to see and do.

Visit Brookings: Known for its azalea festival and bike-friendly streets, Brookings also has a boat launching ramp, moorage facilities, boat rentals, and charter boat service at the south jetty, near the mouth of the Chetco River.

Visit Gold Beach: 30 miles north of Brookings, the town is a gateway to the famous Rogue River.