Cape Arago State Park in Oregon, USA - map and visitor information
Cape Arago State Park near Coos Bay, Oregon, offers headland views and tidepools. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department manages this day-use destination.
Headland and cove highlights
South cove has beach tidepools. North cove offers views of seals and sea lions around Shell Island.
Know before you go
Fees, hours, and seasonal access
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Parking | A day-use parking permit costs USD 10 per vehicle for Oregon residents or USD 12 for nonresidents. A current Oregon state park camping receipt substitutes for the permit. Walking, cycling or arriving without parking does not incur this parking fee. |
| North cove trail | Closed March 1–June 30 to protect seal pups. |
| Restrooms | Cape Arago restroom building closed. Use facilities at Sunset Bay day use or Shore Acres State Park. |
Coast safety
Check tides before descending to the beach. Sneaker waves, rip currents and drift logs create hazards along the Oregon coast. Dress for wind, rain and cold. Consult the official ocean-shore guidance before choosing a beach walk.
Protect the shoreline
Do not collect tidepool life. Drones are prohibited. Parking permits apply even at roadside pullouts.
Keep dogs leashed on state park beaches. Follow posted wildlife restrictions, including beach areas closed to pets. Pick up waste.
Parking permits
Daily permits work at other Oregon state parks that charge parking fees on the same day. Twelve-month permits cost USD 60 for residents or USD 75 for nonresidents. America the Beautiful passes do not cover this parking fee. Oregon Coast Passports sold in 2026 are not accepted. Buy through the official parking permit page.
Location and access
Follow Cape Arago Highway to its end, about 15 miles southwest of Coos Bay.
Nearby parks
Nearby Shore Acres and Sunset Bay state parks provide restroom alternatives along the Cape Arago Highway corridor. Parking permits apply within both parks.
Things to do
Pair a picnic with a cove walk when tides and closures permit.
Facilities
Picnic tables and a gazebo shelter support day visits.
About the park
Park history
The park dates to a 1932 land gift and Civilian Conservation Corps development.
Contact
Official Cape Arago State Park page. Park information: 541-888-3778. Confirm trail and restroom notices before departure.
Average weather in Cape Arago State Park
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| Jan | 12 °C | 8 °C | 185 mm | 0 cm |
| Feb | 11 °C | 7 °C | 165 mm | 1 cm |
| Mar | 12 °C | 8 °C | 170 mm | 2 cm |
| Apr | 14 °C | 9 °C | 106 mm | 0 cm |
| May | 16 °C | 11 °C | 60 mm | 0 cm |
| Jun | 18 °C | 13 °C | 37 mm | 0 cm |
| Jul | 19 °C | 14 °C | 4 mm | 0 cm |
| Aug | 20 °C | 14 °C | 5 mm | 0 cm |
| Sep | 20 °C | 14 °C | 43 mm | 0 cm |
| Oct | 17 °C | 12 °C | 109 mm | 0 cm |
| Nov | 14 °C | 9 °C | 180 mm | 0 cm |
| Dec | 11 °C | 7 °C | 239 mm | 0 cm |
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