Posted in Oregon March 17, 2017 by

Escape Into Nature On This Stunning, Little Known Oregon Coast Hike

Located at the Oswald West State Park, the Cape Falcon Hike is an easy 4.8-mile hike that leads through gorgeous scenery to the most stunning coastal overlook.

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Tucked into the forest of the Oswald West State Park you'll find the Cape Falcon Trailhead. This beautiful out-and-back trail is 4.8 miles round trip and relatively easy.
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The hike begins in a forest and weaves through lush meadows, along dramatic cliffs, and beside a babbling creek.
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You'll pass the lovely Blumenthal Creek, which tumbles beautifully through dense greenery.
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As you continue towards the edge of the cape, you'll be able to see beautiful views of the distant shoreline.
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The closer you get, the more stunning and vast the scenery becomes.
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At the edge of the cape, you'll be greeted by jaw-dropping views all around.
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You can walk all the way to the edge of the cliff, with nothing in front of you but miles and miles of sea and sky.
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Here's an aerial view of Cape Falcon:
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Down below, you'll be able to see the hidden Short Sand Beach. When you've finished with your hike, you can go back the way you came and then head to the beach to relax.
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You won't soon forget an adventure at this beautiful place on the Oregon Coast.
flickr/ Eli Duke

Find out about more amazing Oregon Coast trails here.