Oregon Coast Sea Lions

Sea Lion Caves    

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If you are visiting Oregon or live in Oregon, enjoy natures wonder, Sea Lion Cave is the Largest Sea Cave in America. Enjoy your journey through Sea Lion Caves, you will see Sea Lions and …
If you are visiting Oregon or live in Oregon, enjoy natures wonder, Sea Lion Cave is the Largest Sea Cave in America. Enjoy your journey through Sea Lion Caves, you will see Sea Lions and Sea Birds in their natural habitat. You will have fun and enjoy the sight and sound of these amazing Sea Lions and Sea Birds, you will witness nature at its best. Sea Birds Pigeon Guillemot are migratory birds and they visit Sea Lion Caves in April during mating season, you can enjoy their company and listen to their amazing Whistle and Hissing. Yes, the Killer Whale. Every one loves to learn and hear more about Killer Whale, not frequent visitor at the cave but it is of considerable interest. On average Killer Whale is approx 27 feet long and weighs 400 tons. You will have life time memory when you visit Sea Lion Caves.This is the trip you will remember your life time, good fun and learning experience for all.

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Oct 4, 2024
Cute place to stop along the Oregon coast. The sea lions weren’t around when I visited (early October) so they gave me $2 off the ticket price and a receipt to come again for free within the next yea… Full review by laurenpc123
Oct 1, 2024
Disappointing. No sea lions, web site not updated. Wasted 3 hrs of our vacation. Staff member suggested calling first...... Full review by Gam02006
Oct 1, 2024
Incredible views of the coastal cliffs, sea lions, and many sea birds. The ride down the elevator through the stone cliff to the cave was interesting and the cave it self was really an experience. Full review by Michael M
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Can my wife take her mobility scooter
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It may be possible but if it's rainy the steep hill getting to the elevator that goes down could be a problem. If you have one that is equipped for more rugged terrain that would …
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It may be possible but if it's rainy the steep hill getting to the elevator that goes down could be a problem. If you have one that is equipped for more rugged terrain that would probably work, but if it's the standard kind it may be hard. Also, parking is across a highway on a curve that may be dangerous to cross if it goes too slow.
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When (what time of year) are you most likely to see sea lions?
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I have been there twice,once in Spring the other in Summer. Saw them both times.
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Answer by Coni J · May 21, 2021
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how Much time should we plan for The your go includr walking time.
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I'd say about 2 hours tops and that's long. it's a quick stop really. And honestly, one time in a life time is good! Cool to see at least once!
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making visit September 1, 2, or 3. are seal lions likely?
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For maximum sea lion activity, winter is the best time to visit Sea Lion Caves. As breeding season approached in spring, the sea lions leave the cave and remain in rookeries and outdoor …
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For maximum sea lion activity, winter is the best time to visit Sea Lion Caves. As breeding season approached in spring, the sea lions leave the cave and remain in rookeries and outdoor haul out areas along the Coast until stormy weather in fall has them seek shelter within the cave, BUT sometimes they may surprise you and be there! :)
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Would you likely be able to see the sea lions in the cave mid-November?
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Probably. Check their website. They have a camera on the cave and you can check to see if there is anyone in there. They go in the cave when the water gets cold. I went too early, back …
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Probably. Check their website. They have a camera on the cave and you can check to see if there is anyone in there. They go in the cave when the water gets cold. I went too early, back in October I think and they were not in there at the time.
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Is Sea Lion Caves Open Now?
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Winter Hours – 9am to 4:00pm We are open every day of the year, except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, weather permitting. We do...
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