What Does Reopening Lincoln City Mean?

Last Updated April 8, 2021

Lincoln County enters the "High Risk" category of Oregon's risk and protection framework, effective April 9, 2021, through at least April 22, 2021. Risk categories are assessed every two weeks.

Lincoln City entered Phase 2 of Oregon's reopening on September 29, 2020. However, the restrictions lifted in Phase 1 and 2 are being temporarily rolled back. Non-essential travel is still discouraged at this time and it’s important to stay as local as possible.

Together with the governors of Washington and California, a joint travel advisory is in place effective, November 13, 2020. The advisory urges anyone entering Oregon – either residents returning from a trip, or non-residents entering Oregon on a trip – to quarantine for 14 days. It furthers advises Oregonians to refrain from any non-essential travel to other states or countries.

What This Means for You

Essential Travel - includes work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services and supply chains, health, immediate medical care, and safety and security.

Non-Essential Travel - includes travel that is considered tourism or recreational in nature.

Effective April 9, 2021, the "Moderate Risk" restrictions include:

• Limiting indoor social get-togethers to no more than 6 people, outdoor social get-togethers to no more than 8, from no more than two households.
• Indoor dining available, not to exceed 25% capacity or 50 people, whichever is smaller, 11:00 pm closing time. Outdoor dining available, max capacity 75, max 6 per table.
• Indoor recreation and fitness Establishments at max 25% capacity or 50 people, whichever is smaller.
• Indoor Entertainment Establishments at 25% capacity or 50 people, whichever is less. 11:00 pm closing time.
• Retail stores at 50% capacity, encourage curbside pick-up.
• Indoor and Outdoor Shopping Centers/Malls 50% of capacity, encourage curbside pick-up.
• Faith institutions, funeral homes, mortuaries, cemeteries at indoor max 25% capacity or 150 total, whichever is smaller, 200 outdoor.
• Outdoor recreation and fitness establishments at max 75.
• Outdoor entertainment establishments at max 75.
• Personal services are still allowed under sector restrictions.
• Long-term care facility visitation allowed under sector restrictions.

These "High Risk" restrictions remain in effect until at least April 22, 2021, and can be extended or reevaluated at any time.

It is important for Oregonians and visitors to plan ahead, and be patient and flexible.

Call businesses before you visit to make sure they are open. Many attractions and businesses that are open are operating at limited capacity, may have different hours of operation or reservations may be required.

Remember the risks and follow public health guidelines. Wear your mask, practice social distancing, wash your hands frequently, and please stay home if you are sick.

I Thought Lincoln City Was in Phase 2?

Lincoln City entered Phase 2 in late September, but following a mandatory two-week statewide freeze, new restrictions are in effect and are evaluated every two weeks.

Are beaches open?

The beaches never closed. Lincoln City open spaces, trails, beach access, and parking lots have reopened as of May 19, 2020.

Is Lodging Open?

Lincoln City lodging properties were allowed to reopen on June 1, 2020.

Do I Have to Wear a Face Covering?

As directed by Oregon's governor, face coverings are required in all indoor public spaces and outdoor spaces where 6 feet of physical distance from others cannot be maintained.