32 VISITTHEOREGONCOAST.COM of sandy shoreline in low-slung recumbent tricycles — known as fun cycles — suited to the area’s expansive beaches. Grab your rental at Prom Bike Shop in Seaside; FunCycles Cannon Beach; or Bahama Mama’s Bikes, Boards & Beach Fare in Manzanita. HIKING Dozens of miles of North Coast hiking trails head through coastal rainforests to grass headlands and atop sweeping bluffs. Hike all or some of the 6.5-mile (10.5-km) Fort to Sea Trail through fields, dunes and forests near Astoria — following in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery on their historic stay in the area. Easy access on both ends allows for shorter jaunts in the forested hills or dunes. In the heart of nearby Fort Stevens State Park, the 2.4-mile (3.9-km), family-friendly Coffenbury Lake Trail keeps a mostly level grade while hugging the shore of its namesake reservoir. Keep an eye out for shorebirds, resident elk and other wildlife around the park. Walk through an old-growth forest of Sitka spruce before arriving at a viewpoint that looks upon the offshore Tillamook Rock Lighthouse — also known as “Terrible Tilly” — with the 3.2-mile (5.1-km) Tillamook Head Traverse Hike in Ecola State Park. Trails in the Tillamook area showcase the area’s diverse landscapes. Kilchis Point Reserve, named for Tillamook Chief Kilchis, hosts a 0.3mile (0.5-km), wheelchair-accessible, paved loop trail with interpretive panels that discuss local flora and fauna, as well as regional Native American history. Sitka Sedge State Natural Area hosts about 4 miles (6.4 km) of family-friendly hiking trails near Pacific City. WATER FUN You’ll find peaceful paddles, a day riding the waves and other unforgettable aquatic experiences across the North Coast. Birders will love paddling on the Necanicum River in downtown The Fish Peddler AT PAciFic OysTer 5150 Oyster Drive Bay City OR 97107 503-377-2323 *Now Serving Beer & Wine * WiFi available OPen dAily Gourmet Foods, Clothing & Gifts Fish Market Oyster Bar Restaurant Xanadu Astoria The ONLY LGBTQ Bar and Grill on the Pacific Northwest Coast xanaduastoria.com 1104 Marine Dr - Astoria, OR Great Food, Drinks, Karaoke, Dancing, Shows, & More! sonnysastoria.com 1114 Marine Dr - Astoria, OR Order online for pick-up. Delivery thru DoorDash. SEASIDE AQUARIUM On The Beach Since 1937 TOUCH THE STARS HAPPY LEARNING FOR ALL AGES OPEN DAILY AT 9 AM 200 N. PROM (503) 738-6211 FEED THE SEALS Bruce’s Candy Kitchen Making Sweet Memories Since 1963 • Homemade Saltwater Taffy & Treats • Hand-dipped Chocolate • Caramel Apples • Fudge & More! CANNON BEACH 256 N Hemlock, Cannon Beach, OR | 503.436.2641 SHOP WITH BRUCE’S ONLINE | BRUCESCANDY.COM OF SWEET MEMORIES ON THE OREGON COAST years CELEBRATING 63
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