Cutler City wetlands is a wooded wetland that is unique along the Oregon coast. There are many trails that cut through the forest - we will stick with the outer trail. The large trees host species such as Brown Creepers and Hairy Woodpeckers while the marshy brush is home to Common Yellowthroat and other songbirds. Great Blue Herons have built a rookery there so we should see their large nests and hear their noisy behaviors. After walking the woods, we’ll move on to Josephine Young Memorial Park at Siletz Bay where we will look for early arriving shorebirds. 

Sponsorship: Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.

Length, difficulty/conditions: The trail is mostly flat but is narrow and has exposed tree roots in some spots. There are some minor elevation changes and a few short boardwalks that span low spots. Good shoes are recommended. The outer trail in the woods is about 1.5 miles, and it’s another .5 mile to the park, making the total distance about 2.5 miles.

Facilities: Josephine Young Memorial Park has a restroom.

Directions: In Cutler City (just south of Lincoln City). From Hwy 101, turn west on SW 63rd Ave. Continue about .5 of a mile. We will meet at the pull-out on SW 63rd. Watch for our sign. 

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. Note that dogs are not allowed on these walks.

Photo by Ruth Shelly