California and Oregon Beaches and where you can bring your fur babies.
First feature, McVay Rock State Park. Dog- friendly beaches for the solo female traveler.
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As you know, Caoihme goes literally everywhere with me.
She is my protector. She is my travel partner. She is everything to me, and I never leave her behind.
Having said that, when we hit the road in our Forest River R-Pod, discovering new campsites and beaches was a priority.
Since Caoihme is a certified service dog, we have full access both locally and nationally. But we are not the norm.
I have met so many full-time travelers along the way, and 9 times out of 10 they have their dogs!
One of the goals of this road trip was to discover dog-friendly beaches.
I was taught an incredible tip from a Forest Ranger we befriended at Castle Crag.
You see, California and Oregon Coast beaches rarely allow dogs ON the beach. However, a mile south or north of a state park does. When she told me I was so shocked!
So if a State Park includes a beach, you are allowed on the outskirts of that park with your pup!
This is not something widely shared.
We tested the theory when we cut across to the Oregon Coast.
I looked up state parks that included beaches and McVay Rock was on the map.
Even better there was a parking lot, few people, and a gorgeous black sand/rock-ish beach.
It was perfect for stretching out Caoihme’s legs. Even more perfect was how quiet it was, clearly not a place people knew much about.
Make sure you have shoes that grip!
A simple trail down the hill dropped you to the beach. However, it was steep and unsteady so be sure to wear good shoes. For some reason, I was wearing my chucks.
And yes, I paid for it, OUCH!
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I highly recommend you visit on your travels.
Helpful Information:
đź“ŤMcVay Rock State Park
98600 Seahorse Ln
Brookings, OR 97415
United States
Day Fee: FREE
Frisbee and Golf Area; 9 Holes.
Enclosed Dog Park
Parking Area (Free)
Lodging:Â 2021 Rpod 190 Camper
Equipment Used:Â RYOBI 2300 Blutooth Gas Generator
Nearby State Park for Camping:Â Alfred Loeb State Park
The journey continues…
Cheers!
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