EXPLORIENCE the mouth of the Salmon River in the Cascade Head Scenic Area. This walk along the Salmon River starts at Knight Park and wanders through woodlands, marsh, and along the river. We’ll look for grebes, gulls, cormorants, waterfowl, and raptors. Learn more about our protected estuarine habitats and the birds and other wildlife that depend on them! Meet in the Knight Park parking lot. Sponsored by Explore Lincoln City. 

Length, difficulty/conditions: Half walking, half driving - total walking less than one mile. Walk is on maintained surfaces with some elevation changes.  

Facilities: Public restroom at Knight Park. 

Directions: Head north out of Lincoln City on Hwy 101 past the Salmon River Estuary. Turn left on Three Rocks Rd. Continue 2.2 miles to Knight Park. 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 Ruth Shelly