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Netarts

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Practical info — Netarts

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Cell service is very spotty, so download offline maps before arriving in the village.
Tide timings are crucial if you plan to go clamming or crabbing in the bay.
The hike at Cape Lookout gives incredible ocean views but can be very muddy after rain.
This spot is significantly quieter than neighboring coastal towns; first-rate for escaping the crowds.

🍽 Food

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Netarts Bay Oysters

Taste fresh, locally farmed oysters known for their clean, briny flavor directly from the source.

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Fresh Dungeness Crab

During the season, pick up freshly caught crab from the local seafood markets around the bay.

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Coastal Cafes

Visit the cozy small cafes in the village for a relaxed breakfast before your hike.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Hand-Harvested Sea Salt

Visit the salt making facility right on the bay to buy premium culinary sea salt.

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Local Seafood To-Go

Purchase fresh oysters or clams directly from the local shellfish farms along the water.

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Netarts Spit

Walk for miles on this secluded, sandy peninsula accessed via Cape Lookout State Park.

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Happy Camp Beach

A quiet spot first-rate for beachcombing and watching the tides change in the bay.

Netarts is tucked away at the mouth of Netarts Bay and is a paradise for those seeking the authentic Oregon away from the crowds. The bay is known for its clean water, which has made Netarts a center for oyster farming. Visitors can enjoy the famous Netarts oysters right on-site. The Netarts Spit, a long sand spit, provides miles of hiking opportunities between the bay and the open ocean. To the south lies Cape Lookout Beach, known for its dramatic cliffs and whale watching. The area is a hotspot for activities like crabbing and clamming, which are popular with locals and tourists alike. The village itself is quiet and unpretentious, with small markets and cozy accommodations. Nature watchers can spot seals, herons, and, in season, migrating gray whales. Netarts is the great starting point for explorations in Cape Lookout State Park. The short drive from Tillamook leads through scenic marshlands, making the town a well-suited destination for a relaxing weekend trip.