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, looking North to the BLM's ''New River Area of Criticle Environmental Concern (ACEC)''. ]] TRAIL ROUTE The trail runs roughly north-south along the entire coast of Oregon, closely following the shore. In populated areas it often follows the nearest street to the shore. The northern trialhead is approximately 4 mi (6 km) north of the campground of Fort Stevens State Park , at the tip of the south jetty of the Columbia River. Small parts of the trail leave the beach and take an inland path, usually where rock formations make the beach impassible such as at Cape Kiwanda. Some rocky headlands are passable at Low Tide . USAGE The trail is open to hikers, and in some places, to Bicycle s and Horse s. Other parts of the trail are open to hikers only. A map and Tide Table s are required, since some areas may be traversed only at Low Tide . Many of the state Campgrounds along the trail have area set aside for Coast Trail hikers at reduced prices. Beach camping is free, but only allowed out of sight of houses and not adjacent to state parks. This limits camping on some areas of the trail to developed campgrounds, inside state parks. The State of Oregon has stated its intention to create more primitive (and free) camping spots along the trail. Some areas of the trail are pristine and secluded. Hiking from Bandon to Port Orford , for example, offers three to four days of solitude and free camping. A local bus service is available to return hikers to their starting point. Strong prevailing winds make some areas of the trail easier to hike in one direction. STOPS ALONG THE TRAIL Campgrounds, cities and attractions along the route:
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