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Cape Perpetua Scenic Area

2400 Highway 101, Yachats, OR 97333
(541) 547-3289
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Ranked #2 of 10 attractions in Yachats
Type: Scenic Drives, State Parks
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Boise, Idaho
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We loved the spouting horn as well as the devils churn. Lots of tide pools and hiking trails. The drive to the lookout at the top has widespread views of miles of coast line in both directions.

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Portland, Oregon, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Attended a beautiful wedding at this campground located in the old growth forest group campsite. The site was large and private with a nice covered area for food prep, a big fire pit and a stream that runs along the side. The restrooms were close and well kept, they are not your typical campground facilities that you have to hold... More

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

There is so much scenery here and so many ways to see it. If you have the chance, you do not want to miss it.

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Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

While spending a couple of days in Yachats my family and I spent an afternoon hiking around, looking into tide pools, and enjoying the awesome views! Definitely recommend spending at least 2 hours here.

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Tucson, AZ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Spent a full day at Cape Perpetua recently and had a really nice time. When the tide was out, the tide pools were fascinating to explore and Devil's Churn is aptly named. Quite a lot of beach and rocks to pick your way along. When the tide was in, I took a fantastic trail run up the Cummin's Creek trail... More

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Titusville
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Driving the Perpetua Scenic area we stopped to see Cook's Chasm and the spout, Devils Churn and the wave action, and the Peak to view the coastline in both directions. A stop at the Interpretative Center was most helpful and they suggested we come back in the winter to see really big waves or at an unusually high tide (full... More

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Bellevue, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Definitely make time to at least drive to the top if you don't have time to do any hiking. You will have an amazing view of the Oregon Coast from the top as well as access to great hiking trails. We could have stayed at the top watching the waves crashing on the shore for hours.

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Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

Let's face it, the Oregon coast is beautiful. And then Cape Perpetua provides that little extra, plus a fantastic view. Stroll down a lush trail toward the surf and watch the waves run up the fissure toward land. Waves exploding against the beautiful, rugged coastline is something you just don't see every day. Take your time and explore. There is... More

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Salamanca
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

A long twisty road to the top but an amazing view, like being in a areoplane, you can see for miles and miles on a clear day

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Spokane
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

The visitor center was very good. Staff was great. Loved the plants they had out for I.D. since I'm a plant fanatic. Exhibits were really informative and we took the hike up to the overlook via the St. Perpetua trail and also to the Giant Spruce. Great Hiking that isn't too difficult.

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