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Trail of the Restless Waters #136
This paved National Recreation Trail hugs the coastline offering views of crashing waters, volcanic terraced tidepools and wind sculpted spruce. A wild place to see the winter surf as it explodes onto the terraces of volcanic rock. Don’t get too close to the edge; each wave hits the rocks differently and you don’t want to get soaked. Always use caution on the beach and at the tidepools.
- Paved 0.4 mile loop from Devil’s Churn Day Use
- Easy
- Accessibility: moderate to most difficult. Wheelchair accessible to lower overlook
At a Glance
| Water: | None |
|---|---|
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Passes: | Day Use Fee Area ($5 a vehicle) or valid Recreation Pass required. |
| Information Center: | Central Coast Ranger District - Cape Perpetua Visitor Center or Waldport Office |
General Information
Directions:This trail can be accessed from either Devil’s Churn Day Use or the parking area on the west side of Highway 101 just north of the Cape Perpetua Visitor’s Center.
Trail Map (Geospatial PDF ~ 1.9 mb)
To use your mobile device's GPS to track your location on the map: Download the geospatial PDF (geoPDF), download and install an app, such as The Avenza Maps app, that reads geoPDFs. Learn more about geospatial PDFs and mobile apps here.
General Notes:
Close to:
- Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
- Amanda's Trail
- Cape Cove
- Discovery Loop
- Giant Spruce
- Gwynn Creek
- Oregon Coast
- St. Perpetua
- Whispering Spruce
Accessibility:
Trail Accessibility: Moderate to most difficult. Wheelchair accessible to lower overlook
Find information about accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests here.
Activities
Tidepooling
Access to spectacular tide pools. Look for minus tides for best viewing. Never turn your back to the ocean!Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Viewing Scenery
| Special Feature | Scenic coastal forest & views of the Pacific Ocean |
