Open carry on Oregon Beaches

[Westside88]

I was wondering if anyone has any insight as to the legality of open carry on Oregon beaches. From what I can gather open carry is allowed unless a city specifically passes an ordinance against it. I guess my main question is whether beaches are considered parks. That doesn't seem to be the case. Thanks for any tips and yes I do plan to get my Oregon concealed permit
I should mention my purpose would be walking on the beach at night. I don't have any intent of open carry on a busy beach. I just know in the past, especially the farther down the coast I've been I've encountered some questionable characters.

[skeeter 20i]

I always thought most beaches in Oregon were state parks 

[h20hunter]

Doing a little looking around it may come down to the specific area you are in.

Open carry of firearms is legal, but for those who do not have a concealed handgun license, cities and counties may regulate the open carry of loaded firearms in public places. Localities that prohibit non-licensed open carry of loaded firearms in public places include: Astoria, Beaverton, Independence, Newport, Oregon City, Portland, Salem, Tigard, and Multnomah County.

[Westside88]

I always thought most beaches in Oregon were state parks 

That's one if my main questions. I know some areas are clearly parks while others
I'm not sure. I'll keep looking into it. I found an article
About an Oregon resident who carries his pistol and AR
Because he can. Sounds like it's legal but not necessarily
not encouraged. I prefer concealed carry, so time to follow
Through on the Oregon permit

[h20hunter]

You could also easily call one of the local PD's for the area you will be visiting. Simply ask.

[Westside88]

You're correct and that's what I plan to do. Thanks

[h20hunter]

Let us know. I was down there last summer in Canon Beach. I chose to not carry and felt confident in the area we were at. However, I was wondering so post up with what you find out.

[CP]

Just out of curiosity under what circumstances would you open carry on the beach?

When you can’t conceal your weapon.

[Westside88]

Just out of curiosity under what circumstances would you open carry on the beach?
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I was thinking more along the lines of Lincoln City or Gold Beach out walking at night.
The only reason I was asking about open carry was because I don't have a concealed
Carry for Oregon. As you get farther south some of the beaches are more remote and
seem to have more issues with transients etc. I wouldn't see a need to carry in Cannon beach etc or daylight hours

[csaaphill]

I guess because he can