Port Orford Perfection: Humbug Mountain & Port Orford Heads (Ultimate Trail Guide)
Move a bit further south to Port Orford and discover dramatic headlands, lush forest hikes, and Pacific panoramas that rival anywhere on the Southern Oregon Coast. This guide spotlights Humbug Mountain State Park and Port Orford Heads State Park—beloved by locals and adventurous travelers.
Nearby towns for lodging & dining: Gold Beach, Langlois, and Port Orford.
Port Orford • Gold Beach • Langlois
🌄 Highlights & Trail Options
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Humbug Mountain State Park — Hike to the ~1,700-ft summit for sweeping views east to the Cascades and west to the Pacific.
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Port Orford Heads State Park — Three classic trails (Cove, Tower, Headland) over bluff terrain; watch ships, whales, seabirds, and visit the historic Coast Guard station museum.
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Oregon Coast Trail (OCT) segments around Port Orford — Scenic bluffs and beach connectors ideal for day sections.
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Langlois Beach / “Sandstone Harbor” — Quieter beach walks just north of town.
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🗓️ Sample Itinerary (One Perfect Day)
Morning: Depart Gold Beach and head north on US-101 to Port Orford.
Mid-morning: Arrive at Humbug Mountain State Park; hike toward the summit.
Lunch: Picnic near the park or grab a bite in Port Orford.
Afternoon: Explore Port Orford Heads — Cove, Tower, and Headland trails.
Late afternoon: Stroll the sands at Langlois Beach or check Sandstone Harbor pullouts.
Evening: Dinner and sunset viewpoints around Port Orford.
💡 Trail & Travel Tips
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Check conditions for Humbug Mountain State Park and Port Orford Heads.
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Wear sturdy shoes; bluff trails can be steep, rocky, and windy.
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Pack layers and a light shell — coastal weather shifts quickly.
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Bring binoculars for gray whales, pelicans, cormorants, and bald eagles.
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Popular US-101 pullouts can fill on clear days — arrive early or visit midweek.
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