Location: Otter Rock
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Otter Rock in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Nature & Wildlife Areas. Discover best things to do in Otter Rock with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
From exploring tide pools teeming with life to witnessing Oregon's tallest lighthouse, there is something for every visitor at Yaquina Head. Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area extends out from the Oregon coast, one mile into the Pacific Ocean. Standing 93 feet tall at the westernmost point of the basalt headland, the lighthouse has been a bright beacon of the night, guiding ships and their supplies along the west coast since the light was first lit on August 20, 1873. The offshore islands are a year-round refuge for harbor seals and a spring-summer home for thousands of nesting seabirds. Gray whales can be spotted during their annual migrations to Mexico (late fall-early winter) and Alaska (late winter-early spring). During the summer months some gray whales take the opportunity to feed in the shallow waters around the headland. Cobble Beach is compiled of millions of round basalt rocks that produce an applause-like sound as the waves roll in. When the tide is low a vibrant ocean floor is revealed—pools of colorful animals including orange sea stars, purple sea urchins, and giant green anemones. Rangers are at hand to answer questions and point out all of the amazing plants and animals that call the tide pools home. Visit the Interpretive Center and discover 140 years of lighthouse history and thousands of years of natural and cultural history. Friends of Yaquina Lighthouses, a non-profit organization, offers site-related books, maps, and postcards in their interpretive store. Whether you want to see raging winter storms batter the Oregon coast, learn about the role lighthouses played in the westward expansion of the United States, or watch peregrine falcons at play, visit Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area and experience something wild.
Reviewed By Steve C - Toledo, Washington
Super cool spot with SPECTACULAR views! Super EASY access right off the main road, just outside of town. Amazing views and we were fortunate enough to see whales. Absolutely Beautiful!
2. Beverly Beach State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Our beautiful campground is located north of Newport, OR and is close to Yaquina Head lighthouse. We offer beach access and hot showers, and a visitor's center that is open from 8am-8pm. All of our sites are reservable online or by phone up to 9 months in advance - visit our website for more details. Campground info: 53 full-hook up sites (27 with cable TV) 76 electrical sites with water (32 pull-through) 128 tent sites with water nearby 21 yurts (10 pet-friendly) Three seasonal group tent camping areas Hiker/biker camp Flush toilets and hot showers RV dump station Firewood for sale Yurt meeting hall Three campsites and six yurts are accessible to campers with disabilities
Reviewed By carley36 - Seattle, Washington
Campsites are quite close together but the trees are gorgeous and the beach is wonderful We walked on the beach for tons of miles No tide pools but still fun place to play.
3. Otter Crest Loop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
Fortunately we were staying in the area two days, as on a foggy day you won't see a thing. The second day was bright and sunny, so we drove the Loop and marveled at all the truly beautiful panoramic views of the sea and coastline. Wonderful area for some great photos, especially from the 500' high cliffs. Although I'd pay to visit, it's all free. It would be a shame to miss it.
4. Hatfield Marine Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 611 reviews
A series of informative exhibits at the Hatfield Marine Science Center gives visitors a glimpse of hot topics in contemporary marine science research.
Reviewed By SDCooks - Spearfish, South Dakota
We decided to check out the Hatfield Marine Science center on a cold, rainy February day. what a great place...for the entire family! The octopus was fascinating as it moved around the tank, the fresh water fish display and information was very interesting. Our almost 4 yr old granddaughter split her time between the sand box and the touch tanks. The sand box was engaging for adults, too...making mountains and valleys, making rain...not just fun for kiddos. The docent at the touch tank was patient and very pleasant, instructing on the correct way to touch the sea life in the tanks. She answered questions about the water (from the bay) and how the critters were fed. Display on tsunamis were also interesting. Most activities are interactive. Nice gift shop and the clerk there was helpful. Looks like there are new displays in the works. A well done educational facility. Donations are suggested ($5.00 per adult or $20.00 per family); the time we spent there was more than worth that. Easy access off Hwy 101 - good signage to point the way. Great for kids 3 and older and curious adults.
5. Flying Dutchman Winery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 81 reviews
The Flying Dutchman Winery enjoys one of the most picturesque settings on the Oregon coast. Here, in the cool salt air, we crush and cajole premium grapes into fine wines. Our wines are carefully handcrafted in small lots, aged in oak and hand bottled. Judges and customers agree that our salt air fermentation makes Flying Dutchman red wines truly unique.
Reviewed By Jay L - Spokane, Washington
The western-most winery in the US. They make the wine onsite, from vineyards elsewhere in Oregon. (No one can grow premium grapes right on the coast.). They contend that the salt air adds something special and subtle to the wine. Good wine, and the tasting experience is friendly and personal. The shop is small and the tasting is one-on-one. Larger groups might even get a barrel tasting, especially if they call ahead in the shoulder seasons.
6. Whale Research EcoExcursions
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By Kyle H
This was our second trip it was foggy out but within 10 min saw a whale come within 20 ft of our boat the wife and love whale watching on the zodiac boats !!!! and will do it every chance we can get.
7. Boiler Bay State Wayside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By DianeLambertson - Scurry, Texas
Boiler Bay has a wonderful view of the ocean and while we were there we were lucky enough to see a whale that looked like it was rolling on it's side, which was so awesome to see. Make sure that you bring your binoculars to watch for the whales and also your cameras
We spent about 20 minutes watching the ocean and looking for whales which we were told that there is a pod of whales that are staying around the Depoe Bay area.
8. Dockside Charters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
located on Depoe Bays waterfront right next to the boats just past the coastguard station. public restrooms and plenty of public parking,turn east at Depoe Bay 's only stop lite and follow bay street to the waterfront.
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
Hubby gets seasick, but I promised him we wouldn't be in real deep water. Oops! We went out farther than I expected since the whales were farther out that day. About 1/2 or more of the passengers were bending over buckets before it was over and hubby turned the oddest shade of green. (So THAT'S where the expression "heave ho" comes from.) My Viking blood kicked in and I loved every single second of it as we rolled from side to side and up and down on the 50' Tacklebuster. It was difficult to take photos of the whales, as I was holding on with both hands to stand upright, but this is an experience I won't forget. (Neither will my poor hubby.) Thanks Captain Turner!
9. Yaquina Bay Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
Reviewed By brifd1 - Everett, Washington
An iconic bridge that connects Newport from the north to Waldport and the Oregon Coast Aquarium to the south, where Keiko, the killer whale star of the movie Free Willy lived for a couple of years. To the east, such as from Newport's Historic Bayfront, one gets a great view of sunsets over the bridge as well as the boat traffic entering and exiting the bay.
10. Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 828 reviews
Reviewed By Igivetlcinob - San Francisco, California
We stopped and took pictures from the lookout on top during high tide and it was amazing. During low tide we walked down the stairs to the beach and my husband went inside from an opening on the side. It is a natural wonder and worth stopping to check it out.
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