Beaver Creek State Natural Area

When to Go

The Beaver Creek State Natural Area is open for day use throughout the year. The weather is at its finest from July through September, and park ranger-led guided kayaking tours are available in July and August. Birdwatching opportunities are excellent year-round, though the best time to see visiting migratory species is in November, during the fall migration—just be prepared for rain.

Know Before You Go

• There's a kayak launch near the Welcome Center. If you don’t have gear of your own, you can sign up for one of the park ranger-led kayak tours online. Reservations open on June 1.
• The boardwalk, boat launch, and the vault toilet at the Welcome Center are all wheelchair accessible.
• Bring binoculars if you have them. Even if you haven’t come to birdwatch, they can come in handy for spotting other creatures that call the area home.
• The closest spot to get gas is in the town of Waldport, an eight-minute drive from the park. There's also a small market in Seal Rock, about a three-minute drive away.