Parks in Newport

short period of time. At a BioBlitz, scientists, families, students, teachers, and other community members work together to get a snapshot of an area’s biodiversity. That information generates useful data for science and conservation. Voluntourists can join an organized BioBlitz but can also venture out on their own and record wildlife using the iNaturalist app.

Those tourists looking for specific volunteer opportunities can also contact the local Habitat for Humanity, Food Share, area churches, or specific organizations.

Voluntourism can have long-term impact on both the traveler and the community. It offers the opportunity to be immersed in a community and to see first-hand the issues a community faces.

Travel stimulates local economies, and voluntourists can do that as well when they purchase goods from local businesses, go on tours and excursions, and eat at local restaurants. Located on the left corner of the Performing Arts Center, it includes a large children’s park with the longest slide in Newport! This is by far the children’s favorite park in Newport, equipped with a pirate ship slide entrance.

DON DAVIS PARK

Located right on the top of Nye Beach, complete with real Whale Bones and a warming yurt, Don Davis is within walking distance to the beach and to the heart of Nye Beach.

LITERACY PARK

An installment behind the Newport Public Library, with an amphitheater style layout, Literacy Park is a great place to read a book or have a picnic!

MOMBETSU SISTER CITY PARK

A small Japanese style park dedicated to Newport’s Japanese sister city, Mombetsu. Enjoy a tranquil walk in this park located just off of Hwy 101.

SAM MOORE PARK

Located in Nye Beach adjacent to the Newport Skatepark. With a slide and a playset, Sam Moore Park is great for kids and families.

BIG CREEK PARK

Located east of Agate Beach. The largest playsets and jungle gyms in Newport with the addition of a volleyball net and covered picnic area. Big Creek is shielded against the coastal breeze and great for a long afternoon of fun!

YAQUINA HEAD STATE PARK

Home to the magnificent and historic Yaquina Head Lighthouse, built in 1871. Yaquina Head is still operating to this day! There is also a tidepool and a black rock beach located inside Yaquina Head State park as well as an interactive center where you can learn about the natural area of Yaquina Head and the central Oregon Coast!

SOUTH BEACH STATE PARK

A campsite with beach access trails and a disc golf course! Rent a space for trailers, 5 wheels, and tents! The most centrally located campsite in Newport south of the Yaquina bay bridge.

AGATE BEACH STATE PARK

Has short trails leading into the woods or onto Agate Beach! A parking lot with access to whichever path you choose!

MIKE MILLER STATE PARK

Educational trails are located within South Beach State park. Featuring 45 acres of land.

WILDER PARK

Adjacent to the Wilder community where Oregon Coast Community College is located. Equipped with mountain biking trails and a full disc golf course, and including a dog park.

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