Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex – Oregon Coast

A wildlife refuge “complex” is a grouping of two more refugees, and this area along 320 miles of Oregon’s coast contains six.

In addition to stunning scenery, visitors have the chance to peep dozens of seabird species, the Pacific Chorus Frog, sea lions, and even whales in Whale Cove near Depoe Bay.

For best access — many of the refuge areas are closed to public use — head to Cape Meares.

Founded to protect coastal old-growth forests, it’s home to bald eagles, peregrine falcons, and the penguin-like murre.

Visitors who hike the Oregon Coastal Trail, which passes right through Cape Meares, could even catch a glimpse of migrating whales.