Cape Lookout
One of the most popular locations on the Oregon Coast, Cape Lookout offers spectacular views, hiking and camping. About 12 miles southwest of Tillamook, getting there is easy, by following the signs for the three capes scenic loop.
Another excursion with my sister, we went for the hiking and views. A total of 8 miles of trails offer something for everyone. Now I am an avid walker/hiker, so we chose the 2 1/2 mile trip out to the tip of the cape. Part of the trail was pretty muddy, so we took a little longer choosing where to step, but the views were spectacular. The trail winds around pretty good, so we got views from different sides of the cape. 
At the end of the trail, there is a nice bench to rest before returning. For those a little less adventurous, there are 2 shorter trails that still give you a nice trip into the woods.
Cape Lookout also offers a nice campground located on a sand spit between Netarts Bay and the ocean. The campground has easy access to the beach where beachcombing is popular. Supposedly it is a good place to find glass floats. This is also a popular place for hang gliders and paragliders.
I will throw out one warning: many years ago, I was with my kids and we found a nice secluded bay just outside the campground. We were climbing around on the rocks and got caught by a wave!
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