Bastendorff Bog–Friday November 24 (9:30 AM) – Note: Registration Required. Opt Outside on Black Friday 2023, and join us for a hike (good for working off the Thanksgiving feast). Bastendorff Bog trail hike out and back, with some additional hiking in the area. The hike will start in the Sunset Bay Day Use area. We’ll hike from there, cross Cape Arago Hwy, go through the campground, and follow the bog trail out to Yoakam Point, which will provide an excellent view of Cape Arago Lighthouse, and a mystery feature pictured below. We will all then return to the starting point, and those wanting a longer hike will continue hiking (on their own) along the coast to Shore Acres and back. You’ll see some great ocean views and very interesting trees along the way. Be prepared for any weather conditions with foul weather gear, food and water. Moderate, ~ 4-5 mostly flat miles. Note that the 9:30 start time will give you the opportunity to shop local in your home town after the hike. Location and Time: Registration Required. Meet 9:30 am at the Sunset Bay day use parking lot, near volley ball courts and restrooms at south end of the Bay. Driving Directions: From Hwy 101 in downtown Coos Bay follow the signs 12.3 miles through Charleston to Sunset Bay State Park. Park in the day use parking lot.
