Mile 233 - Boiler Bay, Rabbit Rock, Fogarty Creek SP - 09/15/2023

Report Details

Mild day on the Oregon coast! The mile had a lot of visitation, and was most impacted by camping (likely from houseless individuals).

Conditions

Temperature: 64 F. Cloud Cover: Foggy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light.

Human Activities

Number of people: 40. Number of dogs: 5. Walking or running: 2. Sitting: 27. Other Activities: Picnicking.

Concerns

Litter

Apparent violations: At Fogarty Beach: Found some litter (dog poop and rain boots). On the beach, there was a tent with a notice to vacate. At Boiler Bay: The rope has been taken down and a new "No Climbing" Sign was put up. Looks like someone had been staying near the path and there is some trash..

Disturbances: Shorebirds moving in response to humans/dogs

Notable Wildlife

12 seabirds, 8 crows, 14 gulls

New Development

New "No Climbing" sign at the Boiler Bay trail.

Natural Changes

Major cracks appearing in bluffs. North side bluff at Fogarty Creek is deteriorating