Cape Arago State Park
Coos Bay, OR
The end of the Cape Arago Highway, with tide-pool coves below and sea lions barking on Shell Island and Simpson Reef. Stop at the Simpson Reef Overlook just before the cape with binoculars.
- Nearest town
- Coos Bay, OR
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 43.3071, -124.3985
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Sun Outdoors Coos BayMotorhome stopover3 mi from Cape Arago State ParkMotorhomes
- Charleston Marina RV ParkMotorhome stopover4 mi from Cape Arago State ParkMotorhomes
- Bay Point LandingMotorhome stopover7 mi from Cape Arago State ParkMotorhomes
- Hiker / Biker CampCampsite11 mi from Cape Arago State ParkTentsElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Bullards Beach State Park CampgroundCampsite11 mi from Cape Arago State ParkTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Eel Creek CampgroundCampsite22 mi from Cape Arago State ParkTentsCaravans
All campsites in Oregon · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Cape Arago State Park?
Cape Arago State Park is in Coos Bay, OR, at GPS 43.3071, -124.3985. It is about 13 mi from Bandon.
Can you camp near Cape Arago State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Sunset Bay Campground, about 2 mi away; within 25 mi there are 32 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Cape Arago State Park?
Cape Arago State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Southern Oregon coast: Cape Arago to the Boardman corridor.
What is there to see near Cape Arago State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Shore Acres State Park (1 mi), Sunset Bay State Park (2 mi), Face Rock (14 mi) and Cape Blanco Lighthouse (34 mi).
When is the best time to visit Cape Arago State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)