(Manzanita, OR) -- Oregon's State Parks and Recreation Commission has agreed to ban beach driving in Manzanita following a request by the city's council and a public comment process. The shoreline near Manzanita had been open to motorized vehicles only during morning hours, from October through April. City officials say even the limited timeframe was incompatible with growing beach recreation, ecosystem preservation and public safety. Those needing to launch boats can still access the shore with a permit.