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largest in the world), and two rare plants, the Cascade Head catchfly and the hairy check-
ermallow.
The spectacular sandstone cliffs and crashing ocean waves along this rugged coastline draws photographers, hang
gliders, and surf watchers to Cape Kiwanda.
18. Three Capes Scenic Loop
About nine miles north of Neskowin, travel west on the first turn-off in Pacific City to
Cape Kiwanda State Park. Photographers love the place for its gorgeous red-and-yellow
sandstone cliffs; hang-gliding enthusiasts come to launch from its massive dunes; and
surf watchers thrill at the sight of magnificent waves crashing against cliffs and caves. At
nearby Pacific City—one of the only places on the coast where dories (flat-bottom fishing
boatswithhighsides)arelauncheddirectlyintothesurf;fishermenselljust-caughtseason-
al fish all year long.
Cape Lookout, the second stop on the loop, was formed by several ancient lava flows
and truly lives up to its name; it juts so far out into the ocean that it affords views of Til-