Cape Perpetua is part of the Siuslaw National Forest and is managed by the US Forest Service.  This 2,700 acres of coastal habitat and temperate rain forest was set aside for it’s many ecological characteristics.  The headland of Cape Perpetua is the highest viewpoint accessible by car on the Oregon Coast, at over 800 feet above the Pacific Ocean you’ll enjoy a bird’s eye view of this natural wonder. 

 

You can spend an entire day at Cape Perpetua and not see all of this coastal gem.  There are over 26 miles of well developed trails, but we recommend you starting your day at the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center to get a plan and priority for your day.  The visitor’s center is open 7 days a week for a good part of the year, and not only will you get good advice on trails and hiking but you’ll also get an insight to the cultural and natural history of the area.  Often there are guided naturalist programs, walks and interpretive exhibits available at the center. 

 

A few attractions we highly recommend are:  Devil’s Churn, Crooks Chasm and the Spouting Horn.  Additionally there are so many tide pools and rocks to explore at low tide.  If you’re feeling ambitious you can hike up to the stone shelter that sit high above the main parking lot .  This spectacular viewpoint of the coast is well worth the sweat in getting there. 

 

See Trail Guide from the Forest Service website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/siuslaw/recarea/?recid=42265

Day Use Amenities:

Bathrooms, picnic tables

Hiking trails, bicycling,

Camping and cabins,

Nature viewing, Outdoor learning,

Dog friendly;

Tidepools and rocky shores;

Fishing allowed from shore (with license)

Ample parking lot, but no overnight camping allowed without reservation.

Directions by Car:   Go south of Yachats 2.4 miles to the Cape Perpetua Visitor’s Center.  Plenty of parking at the visitor’s center and other parking around the area.  This is truly one of the Oregon Coasts most precious gems. 

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Cape Perpetua Website:  https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/siuslaw/recarea/?recid=42309

Harvest Restrictions Cape Perpetua:  

Best Trails at Cape Perpetua:  https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/oregon/cape-perpetua-scenic-area

Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve:  https://oregonmarinereserves.com/reserves/cape-perpetua/