Tidepools to Trails - Central Coast

Connect land & sea: explore tidepools, then help maintain trails at Cape Perpetua. A fun, hands-on day of stewardship and connection.

Join Cape Perpetua Collaborative and Trailkeepers of Oregon for our third season of Tidepools to Trails, a one-of-a-kind day that connects land and sea stewardship on the Oregon Coast. Start your morning exploring the rocky intertidal zones of the Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve with an expert field guide, then head into the forest for a trail party, where you help maintain local trails, with a TKO crew leader. Local snacks, great company, and the chance to give back to one of Oregon’s most beloved coastal landscapes make this an experience not to miss.
Pre-tour details will be sent to registered participants 48 hours before the event
Cape Perpetua is one of the most ecologically rich stretches of the Oregon Coast, keeping it pristine ensures these wild places thrive for generations to come.
Please consider donating to CPC and TKO to help us continue the dedicated work we are doing to care for these beautiful places.

Timeline of the Day
Tidepools: 9:00 am -10:15 am
Snacks: 10:15 am – 11:00 am
Trail Party: 11:30 am – 3:30 pm

All activities above will take place within the Yachats and Cape Perpetua area! Details of where to meet, what to bring, and project work, will be sent out 48 hours in advance of the event.

Event details:
Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.
What to bring:

Plenty of water
Snacks/lunch
Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
Sunscreen + insect repellent
A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to volunteers@trailkeepersoforegon.org to let us know how we can help!