🌤 Weather at Bullards Beach State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41–62 °F | 50–69 °F | 43–68 °F | 40–56 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Bandon 2 NNE, 1 mi away, elevation 23 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Bullards Beach State Park offers 4.5 miles of beach, the historic Coquille River Lighthouse, 13 yurts, and 8 equestrian campsites on Oregon’s southern coast!
Camping
| Accommodation | Count/Price |
|---|---|
| ⚡ Full Hookup | 103 sites ($38) |
| 🔌 Electric + Water | 82 sites ($36) |
| 🏠 Yurts | 13 ($58, pet-friendly $68) |
| 🐴 Horse Camp | 8 primitive sites with corrals |
⚠️ July 2025: Non-resident fees begin—25% higher for hookup sites. Book at OR State Parks.
Coquille River Lighthouse
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏛️ Signal Room | Open 11am–5pm (mid-May – Sept) |
| 🔒 Tower | Closed to public |
FAQ
Can I ride horses on the beach?
Yes! 11 miles of trails + 4 miles of beach open to equestrians. Horse camp has corrals!
Wildlife & Nature
Bullards Beach encompasses over 1,200 acres of coastal habitat — dunes, beach, estuary, and coastal forest — creating one of the most ecologically diverse state parks on the southern Oregon coast. The Coquille River Lighthouse (1896) anchors the park’s northern end. The Coquille estuary supports runs of coho salmon (ESA-threatened), Chinook salmon, and steelhead. The park’s shore pine forest provides habitat for varied thrushes — whose single, haunting whistle note is the quintessential sound of the Pacific Northwest fog forest. Western snowy plovers nest on the undeveloped beach sections. Harbor seals haul out on the river’s sandbanks. The park’s equestrian trails allow horseback beach riding — an iconic Oregon coast experience.
Nearby Attractions
Bandon is one of Oregon’s most charming coastal towns — Face Rock Beach showcases dramatic sea stacks, and Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is ranked among the world’s top golf destinations. Cranberry bogs surround Bandon — Oregon produces 6% of the US cranberry crop. West Coast Game Park Safari offers animal encounters. Shore Acres State Park features stunning botanical gardens perched on ocean cliffs. Cape Blanco — the westernmost point in Oregon — has a lighthouse dating to 1870.
🏖️ Oregon’s Lighthouse Beach
Reserve at OR State Parks.
Location & Getting There
Bullards Beach State Park is located in Oregon. The park’s coordinates are 43.1567, -124.4133. Check the park’s official website or your state parks app for detailed driving directions and GPS navigation tips.
Quick Facts
- Location: Oregon
- Coordinates: 43.1567, -124.4133
- Activities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Pets: Allowed on leash in most areas (check local rules)
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Bullards Beach State Park is one of many outstanding state parks in Oregon. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in Oregon guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Bandon State Natural Area (a short drive away).
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Bullards Beach State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are welcome in Oregon state parks and on most ocean beaches but must be leashed except in designated off-leash areas.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash no longer than 6 feet required in developed park areas
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are allowed on most ocean beaches under direct control; western snowy plover nesting areas restrict pets March 15 - Sept. 15; leash required on the beach at some parks (e.g. Cape Lookout)
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Designated pet-friendly yurts and cabins at many parks (South Beach has 14 pet-friendly yurts, Tugman 8); maximum two dogs and/or cats; $10 per night pet fee
- Pet fees statewide rule
- $10 per night for pet-friendly yurts/cabins; no pet fee for day use or campsites
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Pets prohibited at Dabney SRA, the Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls, and Shore Acres; off-leash areas at Stub Stewart, Willamette Mission, Elijah Bristow, Cottonwood Canyon and LaPine
Are dogs allowed at Bullards Beach State Park?
Pets are welcome in Oregon state parks and on most ocean beaches but must be leashed except in designated off-leash areas. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via stateparks.oregon.gov. More: Oregon state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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