Posted in Oregon Hiking, Nature January 13, 2021 by Catherine Armstrong

The Cape Falcon Trail In Oregon Will Take You To The Top Of The World

All of Oregon’s hiking trails have a pretty payoff of some kind – you might see a gorgeous waterfall, a lush forest, or stunning rock formations and canyons. To feel as though you’re at the top of the world, you usually have to be prepared for a challenging climb to the summit of a mountain, but there’s one trail on the Oregon coast that provides stunning views, and it’s not terribly difficult.

For a fun hike that's not too strenuous but offers gorgeous views, head to Oswald State Park to hike Cape Falcon. The trail is 4.6 miles out and back, and it's rated as "moderate" on Alltrails.com.

This trail can be pretty muddy throughout most of the year, so make sure to wear sturdy boots with good tread. Hiking poles help if it's slippery, too.

As you start off down the trail, you'll be surrounded by sitka spruce and lush ferns.

Your stroll will take you along Short Sand Creek, then you'll climb a bit more til you hear the gurgling of a second creek - Blumenthal Creek. Take a short spur trail for a pretty view of Blumenthal Falls.

After a few more switchbacks, you'll soon emerge on the bluff overlooking endless ocean views.

You'll have an eagle's-eye view of Cape Falcon...

..and you'll see the crashing ocean waves far below.

You'll definitely want to take some time to snap a few photos.

This is Oregon's iconic beauty at its best!

Once you've explored the cape, head back down the trail to connect with the Short Sands Beach Trail. Hike down and relax on the beach!

Have you hiked the Cape Falcon Trail? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments! If you’re looking for an even easier trail, take a look at our list of 10 easy hikes to add to your Oregon bucket list.

Address: Cape Falcon, Oregon 97102, USA