About Roads End State Recreation Site
A quiet, sheltered spot just north of Lincoln City, Roads End State Recreation Site features a pebbly beach at the mouth of a small creek, accessible via a short path. The north beach is lined with old cottages, narrowing to Roads End Point, where lava fragments form rugged islands frequented by cormorants drying their wings. At low tide, visitors can explore a hidden cove by clambering around the point—but timing is critical, as rising tides can trap those who linger.
Each year, hundreds of hand-crafted glass floats are hidden along the beach from Roads End to Siletz Bay, with the number matching the current year. Visitors who find one may keep it, making this a popular destination for glass float hunting.