Tillamook Coast Life Blog
Three Day Wheelchair Accessible Itinerary: Day 3
Day 3: Discover Outdoor Wonders of the Tillamook Coast
Itinerary for the day:
- Kilchis Point Reserve
- Check out tracked beach chair from Manzanita Visitors Center
- Lunch: Offshore Grill and Coffee House in Manzanita
- Explore Manzanita shops
- Tillamook Forest Center
Kilchis Point Reserve
Start your day by visiting this 200-acre park that features interpretive trails that explore the natural history and Native American heritage of the Tillamook Bay region. The pathways are mostly accessible, with some gentle slopes. The first circle is paved and the rest of the trails are compact-gravel. Home to a variety of plants and animals, it’s worth a visit.
Check out tracked beach chair from Manzanita Visitors Center
One of the best parts of this area is the availability of accessibility options, particularly with beach wheelchairs. Visitors with physical disabilities can reserve a track wheelchair in Manzanita (and other locations) and explore the local beaches with easier maneuvering on the sand.
Make sure to reserve one before your trip, as rental times are typically limited to weekends. Manzanita offers a motorized track chair. Availability is on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for a limited time. Make reservations at David’s Chair.
For more information on renting track chairs, click here.
Lunch: Offshore Grill and Coffee House in Manzanita
Explore Manzanita shops
Manzanita is a quaint little beach town that is worth exploring. Grab a coffee at one of the cafes and explore the shops nestled along the street. Keep in mind that they close early, typically around 5pm, so after lunch will be an ideal time to check them out.
Tillamook Forest Center
If you’re still feeling up for another activity, consider driving to the Tillamook Forest Center. The center features interactive exhibits, a theater, and a replica of a historic fire lookout tower, providing insights into the forest’s history, ecology, and the devastating Tillamook Burn fires. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking trails, a suspension bridge over the Wilson River, and picnic areas. The center aims to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of forest stewardship and conservation.
This story was featured in Wheel the World’s Accessible Tillamook Coast blog. Read the entire piece here.
Our Wheel the World project has been funded in part by a grant from Travel Oregon.
