Cape Lookout State Park is one of Oregon's state parks, and it is located in Tillamook County. South of the city of Tillamook, the park is on a sand spit between the Pacific Ocean and Netarts Bay.
The park is a popular destination for both campers and daytime visitors. There are several splendid ocean views, and accessing the beach is simple. Beachcombing is a common activity at the park, and glass floats can be found in the area.
There are several walking and hiking trails that lead through the forest. The nature trail is a walking trail that is ideal for those that want to get a closer look at the plants and native trees in the area. The Jackson Creek trail is another walking trail. It begins with a panel that describes the local project of salmon restoration. The trails also have numbered markers that correlate to a trail guide.
Hang gliding and paragliding are common activities in the area. From the park, a person can watch the colorful wings of the gliders as they soar through the air.
The park has one group meeting hall that can be reserved and one picnic shelter that is also available with a reservation. There are three different types of permits that can be purchased in order to access the park. A daily day-use fee of $3 can be paid for each day the park is used. The park also offers a 12-month permit and a 24-month permit. The 12-month and 24-month permits can be used at any of the state parks in Oregon. The fee for a 12-month permit is $25. The fee for a 24-month permit is $40.
The park offers several options for guests who want to spend the night. Fees vary based upon selection. There are 38 full hookup slots for RVs. In addition, the campgrounds can accommodate 173 tents. There are also two group tent areas, three deluxe cabins, and 13 yurts. A yurt is a round structure with a pointed roof that can sleep five people. Yurts have heat, electricity, a bunk bed, and futon sofas. The deluxe cabins offer more amenities, like a refrigerator, a microwave, a shower/bathroom, and a gas grill. Further information on accommodations or camping, contact 503-842-4981 or 1-800-551-6949. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-452-5687.
Cape Lookout State Park also offers the following activities and services: showers, fishing, bird watching, restrooms, interpretive tours, nature programs, marine mammal watching, picnicking, historic programs, a dump station, evening programs, and wildlife watching.
The park highlights many of the features of Oregon's coast. In addition to the secluded beaches and old-growth forest, there are also clifftop views.
Campfires are permitted, but only in fire rings or fireplaces that are already provided by the park for such purposes. As fires can damage the park, campfires are not to be left unattended and should be fully extinguished prior to leaving the park. Hunting is not permitted in the park. Fireworks are not permitted in the park either.
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