Free First Day Hike At Bandon State Natural Area Jan. 1, 2026
- 12/18/25
BANDON, Ore. – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at Bandon State Natural Area on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1.
It's part of the annual First Day Hikes event at 25 Oregon State Parks held in partnership with America’s State Parks on New Year’s Day.
Information about the hike at Bandon State Natural Area (Devils Kitchen):
- The approximate 1.5-mile round-trip hike is down a slight hill onto the beach and back. Hikers will learn about the geology and ecology of the ocean shore.
- The hike starts at 2 p.m. and begins at the Devils Kitchen access point within the Bandon State Natural Area. Entrance is located just south of the intersection of Beach Loop Road and Saturn Lane in Bandon. Meet at the sign cluster near the parking lot.
- The hike will traverse a sandy beach and may not be suited for strollers or other wheeled equipment not intended for operating off paved surfaces.
- Friendly dogs are welcome on six-foot leashes.
- Participants should dress in layers, including rain protection, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water and snacks, as well as a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing.
- Contact the park office at 541-347-2209 for more information.
If you have questions about access or to request any reasonable accommodations needed for your participation, please contact Park Ranger Josh Bishop, 541-260-4942. Requests must be submitted at least three days prior to January 1.
Parking is limited; carpooling is encouraged.
Share photos of First Day Hikes via social media by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes.
First Day Hikes is a national initiative to welcome the coming year in the outdoors, promote exercise and encourage connecting with nature. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has participated since 2012.
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Free First Day Hike At Bandon State Natural Area Jan. 1, 2026
- 12/18/25
BANDON, Ore. – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at Bandon State Natural Area on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1.
It's part of the annual First Day Hikes event at 25 Oregon State Parks held in partnership with America’s State Parks on New Year’s Day.
Information about the hike at Bandon State Natural Area (Devils Kitchen):
- The approximate 1.5-mile round-trip hike is down a slight hill onto the beach and back. Hikers will learn about the geology and ecology of the ocean shore.
- The hike starts at 2 p.m. and begins at the Devils Kitchen access point within the Bandon State Natural Area. Entrance is located just south of the intersection of Beach Loop Road and Saturn Lane in Bandon. Meet at the sign cluster near the parking lot.
- The hike will traverse a sandy beach and may not be suited for strollers or other wheeled equipment not intended for operating off paved surfaces.
- Friendly dogs are welcome on six-foot leashes.
- Participants should dress in layers, including rain protection, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water and snacks, as well as a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing.
- Contact the park office at 541-347-2209 for more information.
If you have questions about access or to request any reasonable accommodations needed for your participation, please contact Park Ranger Josh Bishop, 541-260-4942. Requests must be submitted at least three days prior to January 1.
Parking is limited; carpooling is encouraged.
Share photos of First Day Hikes via social media by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes.
First Day Hikes is a national initiative to welcome the coming year in the outdoors, promote exercise and encourage connecting with nature. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has participated since 2012.
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