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Sea Lion Caves    

www.sealioncaves.com
Tripadvisor (1,689) · Nature reserve in Florence, OR
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If you are visiting Oregon or live in Oregon, enjoy natures wonder, Sea Lion Cave is the Largest Sea Cave in America. Enjoy your journey through Sea Lion Caves, you will see Sea Lions and …
If you are visiting Oregon or live in Oregon, enjoy natures wonder, Sea Lion Cave is the Largest Sea Cave in America. Enjoy your journey through Sea Lion Caves, you will see Sea Lions and Sea Birds in their natural habitat. You will have fun and enjoy the sight and sound of these amazing Sea Lions and Sea Birds, you will witness nature at its best. Sea Birds Pigeon Guillemot are migratory birds and they visit Sea Lion Caves in April during mating season, you can enjoy their company and listen to their amazing Whistle and Hissing. Yes, the Killer Whale. Every one loves to learn and hear more about Killer Whale, not frequent visitor at the cave but it is of considerable interest. On average Killer Whale is approx 27 feet long and weighs 400 tons. You will have life time memory when you visit Sea Lion Caves.This is the trip you will remember your life time, good fun and learning experience for all.

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Sep 2, 2024
No sea lions to see. Thankfully, a local merchant clued us in to look at the video monitor at the visitor's center there. We did and saw no sea lions in the cave. when we asked a worket about this… Full review by Judi C
Aug 24, 2024
A lady who served us in a restaurant in Port Orford advised us to visit this place - so we did. We came to the car park which is on the other side of very busy road to where is the entrance and I wa… Full review by EvaT1574
Aug 3, 2024
This place is a lot of fun. We did see sea lions on beaches up and down the coast, but this is just a quirky place. We went down the elevator to the viewing area. It was mid-July and there were quite… Full review by Misty J
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The Sea Lion Caves in Florence, Oregon is the country’s largest sea cave and a must-visit attraction for wildlife enthusiasts. Lounging in …
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Sea Lion Caves are a connected system of sea caves and caverns open to the Pacific Ocean in the U.S. state of Oregon. They are located 1…
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Date founded:1880

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Can my wife take her mobility scooter
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It may be possible but if it's rainy the steep hill getting to the elevator that goes down could be a problem. If you have one that is equipped for more rugged terrain that would …
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It may be possible but if it's rainy the steep hill getting to the elevator that goes down could be a problem. If you have one that is equipped for more rugged terrain that would probably work, but if it's the standard kind it may be hard. Also, parking is across a highway on a curve that may be dangerous to cross if it goes too slow.
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When (what time of year) are you most likely to see sea lions?
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I have been there twice,once in Spring the other in Summer. Saw them both times.
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Answer by Coni J · May 21, 2021
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how Much time should we plan for The your go includr walking time.
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You really shouldn’t rush your visit, as this is truly a unique spot. We are incredibly lucky to be able to descend hundreds of feet down into a natural sea cave where you can observe …
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You really shouldn’t rush your visit, as this is truly a unique spot. We are incredibly lucky to be able to descend hundreds of feet down into a natural sea cave where you can observe these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. We visited most recent in late July, and were thrilled to find the cave quite full. There were also plenty of nesting birds to observe, so we felt really spoiled. Take your time and really appreciate the natural wonder that this spot is
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making visit September 1, 2, or 3. are seal lions likely?
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Their is a herd that lives in the area year round. During mid summer some are in the cave and most are outside in the sun (you can see them from the path)
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Would you likely be able to see the sea lions in the cave mid-November?
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Yes but if you are not sure you con contact the staff and they will tell you there is also a web cam in the cave that you can veiw on line. but nothing like seeing it for yourself
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Is Sea Lion Caves Open Now?
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Winter Hours – 9am to 5:00pm We are open every day of the year, except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, weather permitting. We do...
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