Catalina & Ben

July 12, 2025 • Pacific City, OR
79 Days To Go!

Catalina & Ben

July 12, 2025 • Pacific City, OR
79 Days To Go!

Local Activities

Hikes & Walks

Cape Lookout Trail

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Cape Lookout Trailhead, Cloverdale, OR 97112

Moderate 4.7 mile out and back with 810 ft of elevation. The trail tends to get pretty muddy, but the view at the end is worth it! Excellent whale watching spot.

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Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area

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Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area, Pacific City, OR 97135, USA
(800) 551-6949

Moderate hike. This sandstone headland just north of Pacific City offers one of the best viewpoints on the coast for witnessing the ocean's power. The landmark is one of three along the Three Capes Scenic Route (along with Cape Meares and Cape Lookout). Your steep climb up the towering dune will be rewarded with scenes of waves pummeling rugged, twisting rocks and crevices.

Sitka Sedge and Clay Myers Natural Areas

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Sandlake Rd, Cloverdale, OR 97112, USA
(503) 842-3182

Easy Hikes. More than four miles of trails loop through forestland and marshland and lead to a quiet beach.

Cape Meares Lighthouse

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3500 Cape Meares Loop, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA
(503) 842-2244

Easy paved 0.2 mile path to lighthouse and giftshop, trail to beach and “Octopus” tree, and Big Spruce (Oregon’s largest Sitka Spruce). Cape Mears National Wildlife Refuge is one of the last stands of Oregon old-growth coastal forest. It is a good place to see pelagic birds and peregrine falcons nesting.



Munson Creek Falls State Park

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Munson Cr, Rd, 6400-6200 Munson Creek Rd, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA
(800) 551-6949

Easy hike. Munson Creek Falls tumbles 319' over several tiers, making it the tallest waterfall in the Coast Range. A short trail winds along Munson Creek through an old-growth forest to a viewpoint of the waterfall. The ¼ mile trail is accessible for all ages and every level of hiking enthusiast.

Other Hikes:

Netarts Spit – Best at low tide, look for sand dollars. 10 mile out and back trail.

Mt Hebo – 5 miles E of Hebo, 5.6 mi hike with 728’ elevation gain to the tallest peak in the Coast Range. On clear day you may see Mt Ranier, Mt St Helens, Adams, Hood, Jefferson, and the sisters.

Neahkahnie Mountain – near Manzanita, 4.2 mile hike with 1,223’ elevation gain. Steep in several sections. Great views of the coastal town of Manzanita and Nehalem Bay.




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Water Sports

Surfing

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33260 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR 97135

Rent Gear from Moment Surf Company for 75$ / 24 hours for a full wetsuit and board package. Open 10am - 5pm every day.


Pelican Brewery in Pacific City has free hot outdoor showers on the back side of the building.

Paddle the Nestucca River

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34650 Brooten Rd, Pacific City, OR 97135, USA
(503) 965-0060

Rental costs start at 30$ per hour. Open 10am - 6pm over the weekend. Our Kayak and SUP rental fleet is great for groups, families, and adventurers of all ages.

Dory Boat Fishing

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The boats launch off the beach in Pacific City and it is an adventurous ride through the surf to get out to the fishing grounds. Even if you don't want to plan a boat trip it is really fun to watch the boats launch.

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Sightseeing

Tillamook Air Museum

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6030 Hangar Rd, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA
(503) 842-1130

Hours are 10am - 6pm every day. General admission is $13.

Tillamook Air Museum strides to interpret, preserve, educate, and honor the World War II history of Naval Air Station Tillamook and Hangar B, as well as the history of both civil and military aviation.

Disc Golf Course

E St, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA

Right next to the Air Museum.

Tillamook Creamery

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4165 N Hwy 101, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA
(503) 815-1300

Entry is free, open 10am - 7pm. Reservations required for 'premium experiences.' Nestled in the charming coastal town of Tillamook, Oregon, join us to explore the rich heritage and craftsmanship of our farmer-made dairy products. Whether you want to learn about our farms and cheesemaking or you just want a tasty meal, the Tillamook Creamery is a dairy-lover’s destination.

Latimer Quilt & Textile Center

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2105 Wilson River Loop, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA
(503) 842-8622

Take a look at this living museum and then follow the Tillamook Quilt trail to see large painted wooden quilt blocks around town. https://tillamookcoast.com/what-to-do/quilt-trail/

Neskowin Ghost Forest

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Neskowin, OR 97149, USA

Vintage Shopping

Tillamook has surprisingly good vintage and thrift shopping! Stop by ReCurrent on your way to the coast.

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Food and Drinks

There is no major grocery store in Pacific City so we recommend shopping in Tillamook on your way into town.


Pacific City

Grateful Bread Bakery and Restaurant – delicious pastries, breakfast, lunch

https://www.gratefulbreadpc.com/


Riverhouse Nestucca – delicious seasonal seafood, reservations recommended

https://riverhousenestucca.com/


Pelican Brewing Co – Popular brewpub at the surf beach, great location

https://pelicanbrewing.com/pubs/pacific-city/


Meridian Restaurant & Bar – located in deluxe hotel overlooking the surf beach, locally sourced food

https://headlandslodge.com/dining/dining-at-meridian/


Los Caporales - Family-friendly Mexican restaurant


Ben and Jeff's Burgers and Tacos - quick counter service food near the beach




Tillamook

J’Andy Oysters – Fresh oysters and seafood in garden nursery setting with picnic tables

https://www.jandyoyster.com/




North of Pacific City (for roadtrippers)

Crab Rock Pizza – Garibaldi, and gelato too! ”Best pizza on the Oregon Coast.”

https://www.crabrockpizza.com/


Barview Jetty Taqueria – Rockaway Beach, food truck


Rice & Shine – Wheeler, Food truck, Asian fusion inspired.

https://riceandshine360.com/


Riverside Fish n Chips – Nehalem, Outdoor seating and picnic tables by the river available.

Food truck behind Buttercup


Buttercup Gourmet Ice Creams and Chowders – Nehalem, Best Chowder around, takeout and outdoor picnic tables on the riverside.

https://www.thenehalemriverinn.com/nehalem-blog/buttercup-ice-creams-amp-chowders-a-culinary-gem-in-the-heart-of-nehalem-oregon


Wanda’s Café – Nehalem, Cinnamon rolls, pastries, breakfast, lunch in garden setting

https://wandascafe.com/


Offshore Grill & Coffee House – Manzanita, farm to table, outdoor seating available

https://offshoregrill.com/




South of Pacific City (for roadtrippers)

Local Ocean Seafoods - The Best local seafood around!

https://www.localocean.net/menu