Oregon's Tillamook Coast Hosts Rigorous Kayaking, Hiking Events in May

Published 05/04/25 at 7:25 p.m.
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff

(Netarts, Oregon) – There's a whole lotta outdoors going on around Oregon's Tillamook Coast, with a handful of events in May that let you dig deeper into the beach experience. (Photo courtesy WEBS)

Friends of Netarts Bay - WEBS is hosting three intense events this May, offering opportunities to explore nature and engage with the north Oregon coast environment.

Kayak Netarts Bay: Inner Bay Tour will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. in Netarts.

This adventure takes participants through the channels and mudflats of the estuary while searching for aquatic wildlife. While the experience is filled with wonder, it requires endurance, as paddlers will face an incoming tidal current and possibly a Northwest headwind on the return trip.

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Kayak Netarts Bay: Bay Entrance Tour is scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in Netarts.

This tour provides a more relaxed journey through the bay with stops to observe a variety of marine life, including crabs, shellfish, and hidden creatures among seaweed blades. The tour allows participants to take in the rich ecosystem of Netarts Bay at a slower pace.

“While this adventure is full of wonder, it is no easy float, and it isn't for the timid,” WEBS said. “On the return trip, we will be paddling against both an incoming tidal current and a Northwest headwind. If you are up for a challenge, this is the trip for you.”

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Spots for the kayaking tours are secured on a first-come, first-served basis. Children under 16 years and individuals with serious medical conditions are not permitted to participate. Those weighing less than 90 pounds or more than 230 pounds should notify WEBS during registration to ensure proper equipment is available.

Courtesy WEBS

Sustainable Clamming on the Bay will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in Netarts.

This event offers a chance to learn sustainable clamming techniques from WEBS and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Participants will gain insights into clam etiquette, essential tips, and information about clam populations in the bay.

See https://www.netartsbaywebs.org/ to register.

Courtesy TKO

Also on the north Oregon coast, Trailkeepers of Oregon (TKO) has a way to give back that includes breathtaking views in the Manzanita area.

The Neahkahnie Gap/Headwaters Trail Party happens on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Volunteers will help maintain the Neah-Kah-Nie Gap Trail, hiking three miles with an elevation gain of 800 feet while clearing brush and optimizing drainage along the trail. The group will work as they hike, likely making their way toward the South Trailhead. Conditions along the trail are leave you mostly in the sun, and the path steadily ascends without excessive steepness.

Participants in the trail party are asked to commit to the entire event, arriving on time and staying until completion for safety reasons. Those registered will receive detailed event information, including directions, via email 48 hours prior to the event. First-time volunteers can read a blog by an experienced participant to learn what to expect.

There are also other TKO events coming up:

Wilson River New Trail Construction - Sat. May 18, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wilson River New Trail Construction - Sat. May 25, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to volunteers@trailkeepersoforegon.org. See https://trailkeepersoforegon.org/

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