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Oswald West State Park
US-101, Arch Cape, OR 97102
State park🪢 Leash required
2,484 acres · 13 miles of trails
⭐ 4.8
2,810 reviews
Arch Cape's 2,484-acre Oswald West State Park permits leashed dogs on trails and Short Sand Beach, with shade and water. Parking, restrooms, and trash cans facilitate access. Surf-watching is dog-friendly.
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- Park
- Oswald West State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Arch Cape, Oregon
- Coordinates
- 45.7625, -123.9683
- Size
- 2,484 acres
- Trail miles
- 13
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.9/ 10
Great vibes
- · ★ 4.8 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 2,484 acres of room
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Dog policy
2,484-acre coastal forest with Short Sand Beach. Leashed dogs on trails + beach.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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