Sightseeing
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No admission feeOfficial visitor bureau for the Oregon Coast town of Seaside, home to the historic beachfront Promenade.
Transit: reachable by public transit
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Sports & Outdoors
Saddle Mountain State Natural Area
A protected natural area on a 3,288-foot Coast Range peak known for rare wildflowers and wide views of the coast and mountains.
Seaside, OR
About Saddle Mountain State Natural Area
This state natural area in Clatsop County centers on Saddle Mountain, the tallest peak in the county. A steep main trail starts at a picnic area, passes through old growth forest, and climbs grassy slopes to a rocky summit. From the top, hikers can see the Columbia River meeting the Pacific, the Oregon coastline, and the Cascade Mountains to the east. The mountain's thin soils support rare plants, lichens, and mosses, and the park holds the highest level of state natural area protection. The trail is demanding and weather can change quickly, so visitors should come prepared. A shorter side trail leads to a nearby viewpoint for those who prefer an easier outing.
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