Cascade Head - Rainforest Trailhead
The Cascade Head Rainforest Trailhead, located off North 3 Rocks Road near Otis, is the starting point for one of the Pacific Northwest’s most rewarding hikes. The trail winds through dense coastal rainforest filled with towering evergreens, moss, and ferns, creating atmospheric scenes perfect for nature photography. As the path climbs, it opens onto meadows and viewpoints that overlook the rugged coastline, the Salmon River estuary, and the vast Pacific Ocean. Photographers can capture everything from intimate forest details to sweeping coastal panoramas, with golden hour light adding warmth to both landscapes. The trail is moderately challenging but well maintained, with a small parking lot available at the trailhead. This location offers a rich combination of rainforest and coastal scenery in a single outing. (Otis, Oregon, USA)
