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HEAD OUT. STAY IN. The activities available on Oregon’s North Coast are nearly endless. Head out with an Adventure Coach on a daily outing to a nearby trail or let them take you on a private excursion. Join the team on one of our monthly beach clean-ups. Schedule a fat tire bike ride, yoga class, guided hike, Dory boat trip or clamming outing to a nearby pristine bay. Not sure how to fit it all in? Our Adventure Coaches are avid explorers of the coast and would be happy to help you design your perfect North Coast itinerary.

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    RESERVE YOUR ADVENTURE: Simply click “reserve your spot” beneath each activity or fill out the form below. Our Adventure Coaches will contact you to confirm, help build your itinerary, and add to your reservation.

    CREATE YOUR CUSTOM ITINERARY: Our Adventure Coaches were born to play and born to plan. Not sure of the right fit? Looking for a specific experience for your getaway? They can suggest, schedule, and deliver an Oregon Coast experience that meets all of your vacation cravings. Complete the form below to begin customizing your experience.

    THE BEST OF THE SEASON: Looking to skip the planning? Check out our Experiences that create the perfect itinerary to include all of the amenities, adventures, and local treasures of the season.

    BEACH WHEELCHAIRS: Visit Cape Kiwanda RV Park to reserve.
    ALL TERRAIN TRACK CHAIR:Visit David’s Chair > Pacific City to reserve.

    CONTACT: Reservations highly recommended to reserve your spot. Call 503.483.3000 or email Adventure@HeadlandsLodge.com.


HEAD OUT ADVENTURES


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    SUNSET BONFIRE ON THE BEACH

    Head to the beach for a North Coast tradition, Headlands–style. Our Adventure Coaches will build a bonfire for you and set you up with chairs, s’mores makings for two from our friends at 1927 S’mores Company, and a bottle of Oregon pinot noir. The handsome Pendleton Motor Robe you wrap yourself up in is yours to keep for your next adventure. At the end of the evening, our team will return to clean up and extinguish the fire.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $275, up to four participants, $20 for each additional participant
    • Inquire for available times

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    TIDE POOL EXPLORATION

    Join an Adventure Coach enthusiast for a private and in-depth tour of our beloved tide pools at the base of Cape Kiwanda. Meet scores of sea stars, tiny tunicates, and prehistoric sculpins while learning the geological history of how the pools were created, exactly how the moon influences tidal rhythms, and how the secretive and captivating inhabitants of the intertidal zone are used as an indicator of the health of our oceans.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $45, up to four participants
    • 1 hours; inquire about available times

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  3. Netarts Bay Clamming

    CLAMMING AT NETARTS BAY

    Nothing is more iconic of the Oregon Coast than a clamming trip – a bit of sand, salt, mud, and a great time spent with good friends. Head out at low tide with an Adventure Coach to one of our favorite spots for clamming along the pristine waters of Netarts Bay. Heron and other shore birds abound along this beautiful bay where we will rake for steamer clams, then return to the lodge for an afternoon clam bake with freshly baked bread and your choice of a beer, wine, or zero-proof refreshment.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $130 per person
    • 3 hours (2 hours clamming and 1 hour clam bake); inquire for available times

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    NETARTS PADDLE

    The relatively small and shallow Netarts Bay, which means “near the water” in the language of the local Tillamook, provides spectacular and unique opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife closeup. Nestled between Cape Meares and Cape Lookout, the bay is the ideal spot to kayak along the shoreline to view crabs, seals, sea lions and our many coastal water birds.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $140 per person
    • 3 hours; inquire for available times
    • Weight Limit: 275lbs

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  5. Kayak Crabbing

    NETARTS KAYAK CRABBING

    Netarts Bay is home to the succulent Dungeness crab. Head out with an Adventure Coach on one of our 12-foot sit-on-top fishing kayaks loaded with two crab rings ready to drop in the pristine waters of this beautiful bay. As you wait for the crab to find the bait, enjoy a relaxing and fun paddle in search of seals, shorebirds, starfish, and more. When you return to Headlands, settle in and enjoy a crab boil with your catch. Enjoy a glass of beer, wine, or zero proof libation and charcuterie plate. If crabbing conditions aren’t favorable, we’ll enjoy a crab dish prepared by the Meridian culinary team.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $205 per person
    • 5 hours (4 hours crabbing and 1 hour crab boil); inquire for available times
    • Weight limit: 275 lbs

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    NESTUCCA RIVER EXCURSION

    Join your adventure coach on a scenic 7-mile paddle down the Nestucca River. You’ll launch from Cloverdale and follow the river downstream to Pacific City, along the way there will be plenty of opportunities for bird and wildlife viewing—keep an eye out for bald eagles, harbor seals and salmon while you paddle. This outing offers an ideal way to explore the lesser-seen side of our surroundings while providing ample time to learn about the history of our region.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $175 per person
    • 4-5 hours; inquire about available times
    • Weight Limit: 275lbs

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  7. Plein Air Painting at Headlands

    PLEIN AIR PAINTING

    Discover your artistic flair amidst our inspiring coastal surroundings with our Adventure Coach and resident art enthusiast. Whether you are looking to delve into a new hobby or simply try something new, you’ll learn basic watercolor techniques and some of the finer points to capturing landscapes, while getting to know how to use plein air painting tools. Enjoy a walk through the grassy dunes to experience painting at Cape Kiwanda – from the tidepools below to the view of Pacific City from the top of the dune. Weather permitting.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $95 per person
    • 2 hours; inquire for available times

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    TWO-HOUR GUIDED HIKE

    Join your Adventure Coach for a leisurely guided stroll on a nearby coastal trail.

    Two Rivers Trail at Nestucca Bay Wildlife Refuge – Follow a 2.2-mile trail that winds through almost 200 acres of federally protected wildlife habitat. Wander through coastal prairie, mixed-alder forest, and wildflower meadows, stopping along the way to view the confluence of the Nestucca and Little Nestucca Rivers.

    Sitka Sedge Natural Area– Explore 3.5 miles of looping trails across one of Oregon’s last intact estuaries, home to the endangered snowy plovers. You’ll see tidal flats, saltwater marshes, forested wetlands, abundant marsh wildlife, beach views and the beautiful native grass-like plants that this beautiful spot is named after.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $60, up to four participants
    • 2 hours; inquire about available times

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    FOUR-HOUR GUIDED HIKE

    Join your Adventure Coach for an epic North Coast hike. Choose from:

    Cape Trail – This challenging 4.7-mile trail meanders through a coastal old-growth forest with sweeping views of the seascape. At the tip of the cape, you’ll be rewarded with a stunning view before the return home.

    South Trail – The less-traveled and moderate 3.6-mile trail descends through a forest of Sitka spruce, ferns, and salmon berries. At the base of the cape, the trail opens up to a secluded beach.

    Lower Cascade HeadThis moderate 4.6 mile out and back trail traverses through a nature preserve and Siuslaw National Forest, with a 1,200 ft elevation gain. The top of the knoll will provide panoramic views of our Oregon Coast and the mouth of the Salmon River.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    •  $110, up to four participants
    • 4 hours; inquire about available times

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  10. Headlands Agate Expedition

    AGATE EXPEDITION

    The storms along the North Coast create ideal conditions for agate hunting by uncovering colorful gemstones. Join our Adventure Coach and head out on a private guided agate hunt to a nearby beach. No special equipment necessary—all you need is a fun spirit and warm water-resistant clothing. Lucky prospectors may find agates such as red carnelian, moonstone, and red, green, and yellow jasper.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $85, up to four participants
    • 3 hours; inquire about available times

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STAY IN ADVENTURES


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    BREATHWORK MEDITATION

    This meditation incorporates various breathing exercises accompanied with mudras, which are hand postures, to help improve quality of sleep, increase lung capacity, and reduce chronic stress and mood imbalances.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $50 for up to 2 people, $10 for each additional participant
    • 30 minutes; inquire for available times

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    PRIVATE GUIDED YOGA

    Join our yoga instructor in the Wellness Studio for a 60 or 90-minute session customized to all levels – from beginners interested in learning yoga fundamentals, to those who wish to build on existing practice. Curate your private lesson by choosing from the following: Restorative, Slow Flow, Vinyasa & Yoga Nidra. All ages & ability levels are welcome. Props will be provided.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • 60 minutes: $100 for up to 2 people, $20 for each additional participant
    • 90 minutes: $150 for up to 2 people, $20 for each additional participant
    • Inquire about available times

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    SIGNATURE MIXOLOGY

    Discover your inner mixologist in a fun and informative private mixology class with one of our Adventure Coaches. Choose from a selection of our Headlands Signature cocktails to learn about local spirits and our mixology secrets. You’ll acquire helpful tips from the fundamentals of creating delicious, attractive sippers to the process of making a homemade simple syrup.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $65 per person
    • 1 hour; inquire about available times

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    CRAB SHAKING

    Learn how to shake a crab in this 60-minute lesson with one of our Adventure Coaches. You’ll learn how to shake a crab like a pro, no claw-cracker is needed. Enjoy the fresh crab you just shook with a charcuterie board and a glass of beer or wine.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $85 per person
    • 1 hour; inquire about available times

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    OYSTER SHUCKING

    Shuck a dozen oysters and refine your oyster-shucking skills while you learn the fascinating history of oysters in the Northwest in this hands-on class with one of our Adventure Coaches. Savor these fresh oysters with a charcuterie board and a glass of beer or wine.

    • Open to Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • $85 per person
    • 1 hour; inquire about available times

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INCLUDED OFFERINGS


  1. King Tides, Cape Kiwanda

    KING TIDES DUNE HIKE

    Each winter, the Oregon coast comes alive with the breathtaking force of King Tides: exceptionally high tides that occur when the Earth, moon and sun align at their closest points, creating powerful gravitational pulls that elevate water levels. Join us for a unique opportunity to see the majesty and strength of the Pacific Ocean from the safety of your perch on the Cape Kiwanda Dune. Bring warm, water-resistant clothing and sturdy shoes and follow us on our special route to the top of the dune. We’ll provide the hot chocolate for our adventure.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • November 15, 10:30 am
    • November 16, 11:00 am
    • November 17, 12:00 pm
    • December 13, 9:30 am
    • December 14, 10:00 am
    • December 15, 11:00 am

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  2. Tide Pools, Sea Stars, Cape Kiwanda

    NIGHT TIDE POOL EXPLORATION

    Join an Adventure Coach for a magical evening tour of our beloved tide pools at the base of Cape Kiwanda. Utilizing ultraviolet lights, guests will see scores of sea stars, tiny tunicates and prehistoric sculpins while learning the geological history of how the pools were created, exactly how the moon influences tidal rhythms and how the secretive and captivating inhabitants of the intertidal zone are used as an indicator of the health of our oceans.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • November 15, 6:00 pm
    • November 30, 6:00 pm
    • December 15, 6:30 pm

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    WINTER WHALE WATCHING AT CAPE KIWANDA

    Experience the wonders of whale watching on the Oregon coast. Gray whales are visible year-round, but for a few weeks each year our vantage points become especially exciting when as many as 20,000 gray whales pass by on their way to the temperate waters of Baja. Join us on a dune climb that will include plenty of vantage points from which to catch a glimpse of the whales as they head south.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • December 27, 10:00 am
    • December 28, 10:00 am
    • December 29, 10:00 am
    • December 30, 10:00 am
    • December 31, 10:00 am

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  4. Tidepools Spa and Wellness yoga

    MINDFUL MEDITATION

    Join your yoga instructor in our Wellness Studio for a complimentary 30-minute Meditation. Begin your day by entering a deep state of relaxation, incorporating breath awareness with visualization techniques to establish homeostasis within the body and mind.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • Sundays at 8:00 am

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    PC PATHWAYS

    Join your Adventure Coach on this beautiful hike that heads out from our lobby and through town to a “secret” trailhead. The trail ascends gently up Nestucca Ridge and offers unique views of Pacific City and its coastline before sloping down through a quiet stand of pines. Leashed dogs are welcome.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    • Note: Before you head out, pick up a Barrel Bag from the Adventure Center. Bring it back with trash you collect and earn a free beverage from Pelican Brewing Company!

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    SLOW FLOW

    Join your yoga instructor in our Wellness Studio for our complimentary 60-minute Slow Flow class. Ideal for all levels of experience and drawing on the fundamentals of yoga, this gentle flowing class is rooted in Hatha Yoga and focuses on alignment, deep stretching, balancing postures, and breathing techniques. Limited space, reservations recommended.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • Saturdays at 8:30 am

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    CAPE KIWANDA DUNE

    Join your adventure coach for a hike up the tallest dune on the Oregon Coast. On a clear day the top of the dune offers views of Nestucca Bay to the south and Cape Lookout to the north—with expansive views along the way. Leashed dogs are welcome.

    • Included for Registered Guests of Headlands Lodge
    • Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday; 2:00pm – 3:00pm
    • Note: Before you Head Out, pick up a Barrel Bag from the Adventure Center. Bring it back with trash you collect and earn a free beverage from Pelican Brewing Company!

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    BEACH CLEANUP

    Here at Headlands, we take stewardship of our natural areas seriously. Beach cleanups can reduce litter, protect our ocean, and raise awareness about litter and plastic pollution. Before you head out on your beach stroll, pick up a Barrel Bag from the Adventure Center. We offer a pint from Pelican Brewing for every Barrel Bag returned with collected trash. Help us keep our beaches healthy, protect marine life, and maintain the beauty of our coastline.

    • Included for all

    NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY

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