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Where to go Tidepooling near Bandon
The best places to go tidepooling near Bandon are south of town. Coquille Point off of Kronenberg County Park is a prime location. A bit further south is Face Rock. These are the two areas near Bandon that have the most rocks and are, therefore,
Coquille Point Tidepooling
Coquille Point, is a great place to start looking for tidal pools. Head out to the beach and rocks and discover a whole new world of amazing aquatic life. Note that the best time to go is at a lower than normal tide, frequently referred to as a minus tide.
Coquille Point is located just south of Old Town Bandon, in Kronenberg County Park.
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Face Rock
After visiting Old Town, head south along Beach Loop Drive and wander along the coast. Be certain to stop at Face Rock on the southern edge of town. A large parking lot makes it easy to stop and enjoy a stroll along the beach at Bandon.
There is a Native American legend about this rock: Some say they hear a maiden's voice with the wind. While standing on the cliff overlooking the ocean you may be able to pick out her face facing skyward on Face Rock.
There is a well-kept trail to the beach, and several rocky intertidal areas to explore tide pooling at low tide. A good spot for whale and wildlife watching. There is no fee to use the park. It is located just west of US Route 101 and south of Old Town Bandon.
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Bandon, OR
