Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge includes 1,853 rocks, reefs, and islands extending from Tillamook Head to the California border along Oregon's Pacific shoreline.

The United States federal government established Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge in 1935 to safeguard marine wildlife populations and their natural habitats.

The refuge maintains breeding grounds for thirteen seabird species, including common murres, tufted puffins, and various species of auklets and gulls.

Visitors must keep a distance of 500 feet from the islands, while aircraft need to maintain an elevation of 2,000 feet above the protected areas.

The southern section of the refuge contains the largest Steller sea lion breeding and pupping locations outside of Alaska's territories.

Location: Bandon

Operator: United States Fish and Wildlife Service

GPS coordinates: 42.24946,-124.40588

Latest update: March 10, 2025 06:45