S4 Hike #1 Depoe Bay

 Depoe Bay First Day Hike to Boiler Bay

We decided to start off the new year, literally, with a First Day Hike, a special program from Oregon State Parks 

Starting Location: Depoe Bay Whale Center

Point of Interest : Boiler Bay, possible whale watching?

Length of hike: 4 mile round trip

Level: Easy

The weather was gorgeous, if a bit on the chilly side. But January at the Oregon Coast? We'll take it. We gathered at the Depoe Bay whale watching station in the middle of town, and 2 rangers led us on a hike to Boiler Bay.


We met up with some friends from Dallas who were interesting in hiking together once a month, and this seemed like a fun way to get started. We also had some family join us from Albany. Oregon State Parks has several First Day Hikes available on New Years Day. We chose this one. 










The hike was 3 miles round trip, and on a sidewalk most of the way. Still, there was a great turnout for the event. We got some weird look from drivers passing us on Hwy 101, but I think they were jealous.


I don't have any pictures from Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint, but it's a great view, and this is where sea lions like to hang out. There were also a few sea lions hanging out on the rocks in this little bay just North of Depoe Bay. The trip to Boiler Bay was quick and uneventful, and the view was nice. Lots of parking (not that we had our car) and a restroom. 


On the way back to Depoe Bay, we noticed this little gem. A small park with a great view and a weird name. It looks like a great place to take a sack lunch and watch the ocean. And maybe take a nap. When it's warmer.

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