It was my first time laying eyes on the Pacific coast of the U.S. and it was absolutely breathtaking. I went at low tide so I couldn't see the churning waters nor Thor's Well but despite that it was arresting. The visitor's center is easy to find and very helpful. Access to points of interest are simple and there is no need for hiking gear. Even if you are unable to make the short trek down to the shore, the views from the highway are simply spectacular.
My wife and I flew across the country to get married in the rock hut because of its beauty. Enough said.
This was a great stop between Florence and Yachats. The whole Cape Perpetua Scenic Area is beautiful. There are several walking paths leading down Captain Cook Trail toward tide pools and some spectacular sights--like Spouting Horn. If you're lucky enough to catch this spot during high waves or high tide the cavern hidden under the rocks in Cook's Chasm gather the incoming water which then explodes as a geyser through a hole at the top. Very special. You feel the power of the Pacific here. A beautiful spot and the tide pools are lovely.There are many stairs so it's an easy walk for those able to scramble. And it's a place to watch children carefully. The waves can be unpredictable so signs caution about being careful in the shallows.
There is excellent hiking, ocean views, small pocket beaches and incredible nature everywhere you look. Great for a short stop while driving 101 or you can spend days on the many trails and beaches. Truly a world class ocean and forest experience.
I live here and as many times as I go I always see something new, an avid amateur photographer, this area is spectacular, the dramatic coadylife , broad sand beaches and wildlife create some of the bes photos, and the weather is always changing, from Strom's to brilliant sunshine, it makes you feel small , plenty of local places to stay and have a fun and amazing time.
I have stopped many times the views are great ,and are best during time of high surf. There are numerous hiking trails in the area.
This is a great place to get out of the car and see some great views! The trails to the south are very stroller friendly! The interpretive center has great information for kids. You can take the trail from here or park down by the road and it's stroller accessible! If you go on a stormy day it's amazing to see the spouts blow! Be very careful if you go off the trail and onto the tide pool. Sneaker waves are a reality and you don't want to get caught in one. We stayed on the trail!
Must stop and hike the short distances to Devils Churn, Cooks Chasma and the Spouting Horn. Stop at visitors center and more hikes to second tallest tree in OR, and several other beautiful stops
Don't miss Cape Perpetua on the Oregon Coast. It is one of the most scenic sections of the entire Oregon coast! Spouting Horn, Thor's Well, Devil's Churn are all scenic wonders!
Wonderful hikes to do here. You can see a 500 year old sitka spruce, it's a short walk down to the spouting horn and Thor's well, and the lookout from the tower at the top of the hill is the best view on the Oregon coast. Also, the staff in the visitor center are very helpful.