Jun 1, 2021
Three sections of the north coast trail system in Tillamook County will remain closed until at least spring 2023 while crews remove dangerous trees left from the September 2020 windstorm. A trail at Cape Lookout State Park and two sections of trails at Oswald West State Park are impassable due to downed trees and will require extensive work to reopen, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) announces.
OPRD is working with FEMA and other federal partners, Oregon Department of Forestry, private consultants, South Fork Forest Camp and volunteers to map the damage and plan for a safe reopening.
“We want to thank visitors for their patience as we work as quickly as possible to reopen these historic and culturally important trails,” said North Coast District Manager Justin Parker. “In the meantime, we encourage visitors to explore one of the many open trails along the north coast.”
Rollicking Highlights of Three Capes Route on Oregon Coast: Attractions, Oddities
Published 05/11/21 at 5:15 PM PDT
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection staff
(Pacific City, Oregon) – One of the most treasured areas along the entire Oregon coast is the Three Capes Route (once called the Three Capes Loop, but a road closure cut off part of its continuity). This is where Highway 101 darts off inland and to stay on the beaches you have to hit this mega-scenic, super-awesome, winding roadway. It’s a constant stream of forested and sandy recreation, where the white-knuckled drive along tightly-twisting confines is well worth the rewards.
Some Oregon Coast State Park Group Facilities Now Reservable
Published 04/14/21 at 7:55 PM PDT
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection staff
(Oregon Coast) – Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) have opened up some group camping and reservable day-use areas to reservations after being shut down for a lengthy amount of time. This includes numerous spots on the Oregon coast. Reservations will be accepted for these starting April 15 for stays beginning May 1 and beyond that date. Those will begin at 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. on April 15, depending on the state park.
(Above: Newport s Beverly Beach State Park)
Not all such facilities have reopened yet.
March 15, 2021
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will begin work this week on a project to enhance safety as well as bicycle/pedestrian access along MD 5 (Point Lookout Road) between Camp Brown Road and the causeway of Point Lookout State Park in St. Mary’s County.
The $24 million project is part of Governor Larry Hogan’s $1.97 billion investment in highways and bridges.
“This work will improve infrastructure along one of Maryland’s most beautiful and historic routes in St. Mary’s County,” Governor Larry Hogan said. “The project is another example of our commitment to enhance safety and access for residents and visitors across the state.”
7 Tips For Whale Watching Along The Oregon Coast
Jan.11.2021
Twice a year, approximately 20,000 gray whales migrate along the Oregon Coast as they journey from feeding grounds to Alaska to breeding grounds in Baja California, Mexico, and then back to Alaska. Distance covered is about 1,300 miles, which ranks as the largest migration of any animal. The best viewing times are winter (mid-December through January) and late March to June, when the gray whales return north with their calves. Because of the large numbers of gray whales migrating, this article will focus on the gray whales. Here are my seven tips for gray whale watching along the Oregon Coast.