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Short Sand Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 19th place out of 62 beaches in the Oregon region 117.2 km away from its center, the city of Salem. It is one of the beaches of Manzanita settlement, just 5.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Short Sand Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. There are also some surf spots.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cove Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.
Short Sand Beach (Oregon) is located outside the Manzanita settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Short Sand Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
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What to do in Short Sand Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Short Sand Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Short Sand Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
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Short Sand Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Short Sand Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Short Sand Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Short Sand Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Short Sand Beach for swimming is positive.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
Short Sand Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Short Sand Beach.
There are 65 places to stay in the Short Sand Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Short Sand Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Short Sand Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.
There are 1 attractions near Short Sand Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Neakahnie-Manzanita State Park located in 4.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Short Sand Beach is August. Its average value reaches 17°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.
Short Sand Beach (Oregon) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Short Sand Beach (Oregon) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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