Adapted from America's Wilderness by Buck Tilton

Season: 200,000 common murres, 2,000 to 4,000 tufted puffins, guillemots, petrels, Brandt's cormorants, and pelagic cormorants. While harbor seals and a large herd of northern sea lions haul out here, the refuge is off-limits to humans except via special permits granted for scientific work. But observation points onshore allow you to observe the birds. According to the Guide to the National Wildlife Refuges, you'll get your best view"from a pleasant motel on a hill just beside Oceanside where the proprietors seem to enjoy having birdwatching visitors." Bring a spotting scope.

	Three Arch Rocks Essentials Size: 15 acres. Year Designated: 1970. Location: Along the northwestern coast of Oregon. Easiest Access: From Tillamook, take the access road a short distance west to the Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge and then two miles south to Oceanside. All watercraft should stay at least 500 feet away from the rocks. Season: For peak concentrations of birds, consult the refuge suboffice at the Marine Science Center, 2030 South Marine Science Drive, Newport, OR 97365; (541) 867-4550. Wilderness Fees/Permits: None. Maps: Free maps are available from the refuge. Management: Western Oregon Refuge Complex

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