D River State Recreation Site
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 Home of the D River — the world’s shortest river at only 120 feet! It flows from Devils Lake to the Pacific Ocean. Lincoln City is also famous as the “Kite Capital of the World.”
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Lincoln City, Oregon |
| Entry Fee | Free (Oregon Coast) / Day-Use Permit |
About D River
D River State Recreation Site in Lincoln City is home to the D River — once recognized by Guinness World Records as the shortest river in the world at just 120 feet long! The D River connects Devils Lake to the Pacific Ocean in a dramatic rush through the beach. The wide, sandy beach here is one of the most popular on the Oregon coast and hosts the famous Lincoln City Kite Festival twice a year, attracting kite flyers from around the world.
Things to Do
Beach activities are the star — swimming (with caution in the cold Pacific), beachcombing, kite flying, and building sand castles. The spring and fall Kite Festivals are major events with professional demonstrations. Winter storm watching from the beach is thrilling when massive Pacific waves crash ashore. The site connects to Lincoln City’s mile-long beach promenade and the town’s casino and shopping district.
Getting There
Located in the heart of Lincoln City along Highway 101 on the central Oregon coast. Large parking area directly adjacent to the beach. Free to visit — no day-use fees.
About D River
D River State Recreation Site in Lincoln City features the D River — which has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s shortest river (though Roe River in Montana also claims the title). The D River connects Devils Lake to the Pacific Ocean in a mere 120 feet. The site also features excellent beach access and is famous for kite flying.
Things to Do
Seeing the world’s shortest river, kite flying on the beach (Lincoln City hosts major kite festivals), beach walking, surfing, and enjoying the central Oregon coast beach scene.
