Otter Rock is one of Central Oregon Coast’s most delightful treasures. Our quaint oceanside town is surrounded by so much natural beauty that everyone should experience it at some point in their lives! We welcome you to visit Otter Rock this summer and stay at the Inn at Otter Crest for striking ocean views. We love our town and know you will, too. Let us be your next vacation destination where you’ll enjoy all the splash-tastic activities located near our inn. One of those fantastic activities involves exploring the amazing Otter Rock, Oregon tide pools. Follow this helpful guide on embarking on the greatest Oregon tide pool family adventure.
Come Prepared for Adventure
Tide pools can be extremely slippery due to the algae and seaweed, so make sure your whole family is wearing the correct footwear. Water shoes and sandals with grips are a great choice. Please ensure you watch where you walk, so you don’t step on any animals or get cut on hard barnacles. Keep a first aid kit handy! Bring these items with you, too:
- Clothes you are comfortable getting wet
- Reef-friendly waterproof sunscreen, reapplying at least every 30 minutes.
- Towels
- Enough water and snacks for a small army
- Camera
- Field guide
It’s important that you do not remove any creature from its natural habitat. Picking up animals will cause them distress, and we want to preserve our ocean friends! Watch out for any pesky crabs or jellyfish—touching them puts you at risk of getting pinched or stung. Look, but don’t disturb or touch the animals!
Prepared? OK, Let’s Head Out to the Ocean
You are already on your way to being a tide pooling expert! We know the best Otter Rock, Oregon tide pools locations:
- Inn at Otter Crest– our inn’s private stairway leads right to the Otter Crest Marine Gardens and
the popular Otter Crest tidepools—considered to be some of Oregon’s most prolific. Our access point is super accessible to wildlife lovers. You’ll find a plethora of marine life, from octopus and crabs to other interesting creatures during low tide! If you venture over to the south end of the beach, you’ll find an opening to the Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area, home to the Otter Rock Marine Reserve.
The Perfect Retreat for All Nature Lovers
As you begin to plan your Otter Rock, Oregon tide pool adventure in Otter Rock, you need fitting accommodations. Located on 35 acres of lush forests and gorgeous ocean views, the Inn at Otter Crest is the perfect hideaway for all nature lovers with its own private stair access to the Marine Gardens and resident Harbor Seals. Our team is standing by to help you discover all the wonders of Otter Rock, Oregon. Book your stay online today or call us at 1-800-452-2101!