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Simpson Reef Overlook Wildlife Interpretation
SEA Wildlife Interpreters will set up spotting scopes for viewing the Shell Island and Simpson Reef premier Oregon coastal haul out sites. You will be able to see thousands of California and Stellar sea lions, harbor seals and elephant seals resting and cavorting on land and in the water close up! Don’t forget to watch the sky for bald eagles, osprey and blue herons, too!
SEA Interpreters will be available to ensure the animals are in focus and answer questions every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Date and Time
Friday Jun 26, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM PDT
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location
Simpson Reef Overlook. From Charleston, Oregon, drive past Shore Acres State Park towards Arago State Park to Simpson Reef Overlook.
Fees/Admission
FREE, however Simpson Reef Overlook is an Oregon State Park subject to a park use fee.
Website
Printed courtesy of bandon.com – Contact the Bandon Chamber of Commerce for more information.
PO Box 1515, Bandon, OR 97411 – – director@bandon.com