D River Wayside, Lincoln City, Oregon Coast

4. D River at Lincoln City in 2003

Devils Lake, is 1/3 mile wide, 3 miles long, and reaches a depth of only 22 feet. Nine species of freshwater fish beckon the fisherman, while water sports such as windsurfing, water-skiing, kneeboarding and jet skiing engage other sports enthusiasts. Flowing from Devils Lake is the "D" River, which holds the title of the "World's Shortest River." From its source at Devils Lake, the river reaches its destination of the Pacific in a mere 120 feet. In 2003 the River cut straight trough to the ocean. Note how different the River flows in 2005.