About Cape Lookout State Park
Cape Lookout is located on a sand spit between Netarts Bay and the Pacific Ocean. This scenic park is a destination for camping, hiking, beachcombing and exploring.
Project
The location of the park next to the ocean, although stunning, makes protection from coastal erosion problematic. Past winter storms have caused breaches in the protective dune that separates the ocean and campground and flooded the A & B camp loops, causing significant damage to park facilities.
April 2024 Note: Although the initial project scope included moving some camp loops, unexpected geological and safety concerns were found during planning exploration. Upcoming work will now focus on preserving and extending the life of the existing infrastructure and campground.
The project includes:
- Reinforcing the existing foredune dynamic revetment to prevent seawater from entering the camp loops
- Upgrading electrical and water in C and D loops
- Day use improvements including resurfacing day-use parking lot
- Replace campground restroom/shower building
Impact on park visitors
The campground and day-use areas will be closed summer/fall 2025 to spring/summer 2026 for construction.
Milestones
- Awarded contract with architectural and engineering consultant.
- Completed preliminary topographical survey
Next Steps
- Conduct analysis of the existing infrastructure.
The current general obligation bond estimate is $3-5 million.
Last updated Dec. 2024. Additional updates as information becomes available.