Tidepooling is a favorite activity for Cape Perpetua campers. 

2200 Hwy 101 S, Yachats, OR 97498

Turn east from Hwy 101 to enter the campground or go up to the day use area at the top of the mountain.  This is the overlook where you can see the coastline and the old stone building. 

The extensive trail system is accessible from Cape Perpetua Campground.

The group area contains a pavilion and group fire ring.  It can accommodate up to 50 people at one time.

Cape Creek runs through the campground.  All but 2 campsites are adjacent to the babbling brook.

Enjoy tidepools in the Marine Gardens via a short, moderate, hike on a groomed trail.  The trail climbs up to the Visitor Center, then down, under Hwy 101, to the tidepools.

This photo shows a sea lemon (yellow) and iridescent seaweed (blue and brown). 

Traverse the creek over several bridges to get to the Visitor Center or the Giant Sitka Spruce tree in this old-growth forest.

Check with the Visitor Center to see when a Ranger will be at the tidepools.  It is worth it to have someone point out some of the things that you may not know to look for.  Or download the free picture guides before you go.

Berry bushes, ferns, giant spruce and Douglas fir trees provide a lush camping environment.

Keep all wheels on the pavement.  Some sites have lots of room for you big rig.

​Some sites are more secluded than others.

Cape Perpetua has 4 flush restroom buildings; cared for daily by the onsite Campground Hosts.

These are some huge slugs.  If your child brings one home, just use gasoline to remove the slime from their hands.

​Sea Stars are a prominent creature in the Marine Gardens of Cape Perpetua.  But they are not the only fun critter to look for.

North of Cape Perpetua is the charming coast town of Yachats.

Sea Lion Caves is about 13 miles south of Cape Perpetua on Hwy 101.  Stop at the overlook before the caves to get a glimpse of the Heceta Head Lighthouse, the most photographed lighthouse on the coast.  Sometimes the sea lions are hauled out on the rocks at the base of the overlook.

Cook's Chasm is about 1/2 mile south of Cape Perpetua Campground on Hwy 101.  You'll enjoy stunning views and sounds of the ocean's power.  A paved trail takes you closer to observe Spouting Horn and Thor's Well or just sit and watch whales or the entrancing sunset from the overlook.

Flush restrooms and drinking fountains are provided for campers and hikers. 

The black birds with orange beak are Oyster Catchers.

Watching waves is as entrancing as watching a campfire.

The campground is about a 1/4 mile long.