At 1,202 acres, Nestucca Bay Refuge is the largest of the six Oregon Coastal Refuges. Located where the Nestucca and Little Nestucca Rivers converge and debouch into the Pacific, the Refuge is managed to provide wintering habitat for six subspecies of white-cheeked geese, including Aleutian Cackling and Dusky Canada Ge
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Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you fish at Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include United States Forest Service Road 1031, Pacific View Trail, Marsh Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Is hunting allowed?
Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Often restricted to protect wildlife — many refuges limit or prohibit pets. Check this refuge before you go.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Wildlife Refuge land.
Nearby sites
Finetooth / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge
CheckThis U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
Valley of the Giants Outstanding Natural Area
ConfirmedThis site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
