ABOUT
A vegetated dunescape loop through shore pine and Sitka spruce, ending at Tahkenitch Creek.
This trail follows Tahkenitch Creek through coastal forests and wetlands to open sand dunes. Choose a short loop, a longer loop, or continue all the way to the beach; the trail also connects with the Tahkenitch Dunes Trail. Located 9 miles north of Reedsport on US 101 at milepost 202. Distance: 1.5-mile short loop, 2.5-mile long loop, or 2.5 miles to the beach one way. Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult. Fee/pass required for parking; vault toilet at trailhead.