![]() Oregon’s oldest lighthouse also overlooks seabird nesting grounds and a resting spot for local sea lions.ĭevils Punchbowl is also a popular spot for whale watching. Just a half-hour south of Lincoln City, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse stands watch over the dramatic cliffs of the Oregon Coast. Explore Yaquina Head Lighthouse and Cobble Beach Just know that dogs are not allowed in the wildlife refuge. Walk the half-mile nature trail, bring your binoculars for bird watching or paddle the Siletz River by canoe, kayak or paddle board. What’s more, the type of animals you see will vary by season as well as the tide, so you might see different creatures each time you visit. Wildlife are best seen in the morning and evening, but you’re likely to see animals anytime. Coho and Chinook salmon also make their way from the ocean upriver to their spawning grounds via the Siletz River, making this area critical to preserving these at-risk fish. On the south end of Lincoln City, the Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge is home to songbirds, waterfowl, newts and hundreds of other species. The wide, flat beach seems to stretch forever.Ī post shared by Family Travel Expert Catherine Hike and bird watch in Siletz Bay This stretch of beach is probably Lincoln City’s most famous coastline. The water of the Siletz is shallow here (and a bit warmer than the Pacific).įinally, you can borrow (for free) a beach wheelchair from the Looking Glass Inn. We also like walking west, past Mo’s and along the mouth of the Siletz River. ![]() Plenty of parking and public restrooms make this a convenient spot to hit the beach. We typically access this stretch of the beach in Lincoln City via 51st Street. These are a few of the best beaches in Lincoln City. ![]() ![]() Do like a local and don’t let a little wet stop you from exploring the beaches!įun fact: Did you know Lincoln City has the longest stretch of beach among all Oregon Coast cities? The beaches on the Oregon Coast are gorgeous, even in rainy weather. It should go without saying that one of the best things to do in Lincoln City, OR is to visit the beach. Click the image below to get your copy! Visit the beach (of course!) Quick note: Make sure to get a copy of my book, Road Trip Games & Activities for Kids, before your Oregon Coast road trip! It includes instructions for 33 super-fun games good for littles and grown-ups, plus free activity printables. By clicking and buying, I earn a small commission so I can continue to bring you free travel content. ![]()
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