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Devils Punchbowl

Watch waves explode into Devils Punchbowl at Otter Rock, a sea cave with its roof caved in.

Watch from the viewpoint as the ocean rushes into Devils Punchbowl and churns around the bowl. Each guess which wave will be the biggest, then try to catch a photo the moment one explodes up inside. At low tide, explore the tide pools on the north side, then warm up with something hot in Otter Rock or Depoe Bay.

Date or adventure
1-3 hours
Easy
Free
Outdoors
Daytime

Good with just you, friends, and family

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Sneaker waves can surge far up the rocks. Never turn your back on the ocean.

Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area, Otter Rock

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About this place

Devils Punchbowl sits in the tiny town of Otter Rock, just north of Newport. It was probably two sea caves until their roofs fell in, and now the ocean pours in through openings at the bottom. It's at its wildest at high tide and during winter storms.

It's a popular spot for whale watching, and surfers ride the waves in the cove below. You'll need a day-use parking permit, sold on site, and parking is limited to the marked stalls. Newport is just down the coast, so add the Oregon Coast Aquarium to the trip.

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