EXPLORIENCE Alder Island Loop Trail in the middle of Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge! An easy one-mile trail loops through riparian and wetland habitat along the Siletz River, highlighted by interpretive signage. We’ll look for resident and migratory songbirds, Great Blue Herons, and Ospreys. Meet in the Alder Island trail parking lot just south of the Siletz River bridge.  Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City. 

Length, difficulty/conditions: Easy 1 mile walk on paved and gravelled surfaces.  

Facilities: Port-a-Potty at parking area. 

Directions: Off of Hwy 101 south of Lincoln City. From Lincoln City, head south on Hwy 101 past the Hwy 229 intersection. Just south of the Siletz River Bridge, get into the left turn lane and turn east into the Alder Island trail parking lot. Watch for our signs. 

General info: All of our Seven Capes bird walks are free, family-friendly, and open to the public. No prior experience is needed and you do not need to pre-register. The walks are led by experienced birders  and we provide the free use of binoculars and field guides. Dress for coastal weather as we hold our birdwalks rain or shine. Please remember to bring water. Dogs are not allowed on these walks. Note that some sites require fees or parking passes.

Photo by Caren Willoughby