Regatta Park, with playground, picnic area, and lake access, is a favorite spot for local families. Less well known are the park’s nature trails. We’ll start with a walk through the woods looking for songbirds, then check the lake for wintering waterfowl.

Location: Meet in the parking lot off of NE 14th in Lincoln City.

Directions: From HWY 101 in Lincoln City, turn east on NE 14th St and continue for 0.6 mi. Regatta Park will be on the right, marked with a large sign.

Sponsored by Lincoln City Parks and Recreation and Explore Lincoln City.

Gull by Ruth Shelly