Siletz Bay Located on the south end of Lincoln City, Siletz Bay has an ecosystem full of salt marsh, brackish marsh, dial sloughs, mudflats, and coniferous and deciduous forestlands. This refuge provides nursery grounds for steelhead and cutthroat trout, coho and Chinook salmon. Mussels thrive in the intertidal zones around Lincoln City’s tide pools — and can be harvested with a license. Mussels have a long, tapered, dark blue to black shell. The vivid orange flesh of the mussel is edible and a prized delicacy in many parts of the world. At low tide in Siletz Bay, mudflats emerge, and within lie a delicious population of clams. Purple varnish clams are the most common, but you will also find soft shell clams here. Siletz Bay is also a great spot for crabbing. The best time to crab is several hours past low tide, ensuring the crabs are active and water currents will cause the least disturbance to your gear. Crabbing, clamming, mussel collection, and fishing all require licenses. Siletz Bay Park Flat walkable sands, ample public parking, and nearby restaurants — this park is in the heart of the Historic Taft District at 51st Street. Crab from the shoreline or stroll on the dock to take in the beauty of the Four Brothers rock formations. This area offers a gazebo, picnic grounds, and direct beach access. Siletz Bay Park is a great place to take children to swim in slightly warmer water with smaller waves. It’s also home to the famous Mo’s Sand Castle Contest! BOTTOM PHOTO BY CODY CHA | TOP PHOTO BY TIMOTHY REED EXPLORELINCOLNCITY.COM | 19
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