You’re allowed to harvest mussels but only with a license, which can be purchased from Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and at the following locations in Lincoln City: The vivid, orange flesh of the mussel is edible and a prized delicacy in many parts of the world. Mussels have a long, tapered dark blue to black shell. Mussels thrive in the intertidal zones around Lincoln City’s tide pools-and mussels can be harvested for dinnertime. Never take anything home with you - These sensitive habitats should not be disturbed.Look but don't touch - Sea stars and other intertidal residents dwell in a delicate, easily damaged environment.Check local weather forecasts before planning your trip - Know the tides, and always keep your eye on the ocean.Watch your step - rocks surrounding them can be slippery and home to delicate creatures.Please be mindful when you explore tide pools. Park at the 35th Street beach access and walk south until you reach the rocky formations in front of the hotel. Inn at Spanish Head – Nestled in front of this resort’s gorgeous ocean view, these tide pools are easy to find. Parking on the beach within a permitted area is allowed-just keep an eye on ocean conditions before driving down. There is ample street parking as well as a public parking lot nearby. These tidepools are located at the ocean edge, a straight shot from the beach access. NW 15th Street – The most accessible tide pools in Lincoln City are at the NW 15th Street beach access. These tide pools enjoyed are best at low tide. This area of the beach is flat with stunning views of northern headlands-Cascade Head. From the park, walk 1.25 miles north along the beach. Roads End – Some great tide pools can be found north of Roads End State Park, a corner of the coast that offers a gorgeous display of intertidal life. Popular Tide Pool Spots on Oregon's Coast Check the predicted tidal times before journeying forth. The best time to visit the tide pools is during or just before low tide. These are a few of the amazing creatures you will discover in these small pockets of still saltwater. A rush of colors envelops the rocky ocean shores, home to tiny darting fish and hermit crabs looking for a new home. Starfish the color of sunsets are neighbors to purple and green sea anemones and dark purple sea urchins in Lincoln City’s tide pools.
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