JESSIE KIRK / TRAVEL OREGON Seaside’s Accessible Outdoor Adventures From beach views to quiet paddling trips to shops downtown, Seaside accommodates everyone.The 1.5-mile (2.4-km) paved Promenade allows visitors a level path to take in the serene sea and the silhouette of Tillamook Head. At the Turnaround, enjoy the sunset over the ocean. To watch ocean waves crash against the rocks, head to Seaside Cove on the south side of town. From the paved parking area, you can get close to the action in a secluded nook that showcases the region’s natural beauty. Venturing onto the beach itself has grown even easier. Reserve a complimentary beach wheelchair, which comes with fat balloon-style tires that make it easier to navigate the sand. Reservations can be made for up to four hours through the Sunset Empire Park & Recreation District by calling 503-738-3311. Another option is Seaside’s two David’s Chair track chairs. These innovative electric wheelchairs have tank-like treads and the ability to tilt to a standing position. It’s operated with a joystick for individual use with another joystick in the back. Reserve yours for two-hour intervals at davidschair.org, and pick it up at the Seaside Elks Lodge. Mobi-Mat The bright-blue mats you see leading to beaches on the north and south sides of Seaside are also there to help.These sturdy, nonslip Mobi-Mats offer a handy surface for anyone who finds navigating the sand a challenge — from wheelchair users to families with strollers. Find the longest Mobi-Mat on the Coast, up to 1,000 feet (305 m), at the 12th Avenue beach entrance and another at the end of Avenue U. Note that while the mats are put in place yearround, the lengths vary seasonally. The accessible fun doesn’t stop there.To paddle the waterways, there’s an ADA-accessible kayak launch at Broadway Park, where you can glide into the peaceful water of Neawanna Creek. Near Quatat Park behind the Convention Center, you’ll find a floating dock with a ramp wide enough for a manual and electric wheelchair. Keep in mind, however, that the grade of the ramp changes based on the tide, with high tide offering the easiest grade. Stop by the Seaside Visitors Bureau, which is equipped with hearing loop technology and sensory kits for travelers. For more information about accessibility at hotels, restaurants and attractions, go to our Accessible Adventures page (scan the QR code on photo), which includes links to the city’s Destination Verified stats through Wheel the World. seasideOR.com 15
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