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Do you see what I see? What might at first glance look like a grassy, sloping cliffside over the Pacific Ocean is actually home to hundreds of near-threatened Stellar Sea Lions (not to be confused with California Sea Lions, which are smaller and darker in color)! If you look at the brown rocky (diagonal) strip in the center of the first photo, you can see a whole bunch of them basking there. An even closer (squinty) look at the other two images will reveal a few of them dotting the cliffs on the other side of the cove. We went into the Sea Lion Caves in Florence, Oregon (America’s largest sea cave, which is a privately owned wildlife reserve and bird sanctuary)—which I highly recommend, as you get to learn a lot about them, and also get to see them in their actual caves. However, even if you don’t get to do that, it’s still such a treat to be able to look down over the cliffs and see these great creatures in their natural habitat! #sealion #sealioncaves #stellarsealions #wildlife #naturalhabitat #pacificcoast #florenceoregon #oregon

5/17/2024, 9:00:27 PM

Sea lion skeleton in Sea Lion Caves, a connected system of sea caves open to the Pacific Ocean just south of Heceta Head Lighthouse, Oregon. The cave system is at sea level and the ocean continually washes into the main cavern which has a floor area of about 2 acres and a vaulted rock dome about 125 feet high. Southward from the main chamber, a low passage runs 1,000 feet to a sea-level opening. This corridor is flooded at high tide and free of water at low tide. The western entrance is a short, high passage through which the ocean washes at all tide levels. To the north, a third entrance is about 50 feet above the ocean and serves as an elevated observation area where the entire cave system and its wildlife are visible. Lichens, algae, and mineral stains cover the cavern walls with greens, pinks, purples, buffs, and reds on the rough surfaces. The sea level portion of this cave and the sea cliff rocks just outside the cave are the only known mainland rookery and wintering home of the Steller's sea lion and—to a lesser extent—the California sea lion. With a measured length of 1,315 feet, Sea Lion Caves is the longest system of sea caves in the US. They were discovered in 1880 by a local seaman, Captain William Cox, who entered the grotto through the western channel in a small boat on a calm day. Three local businessmen excavated a trail to the caves and opened them up to he public as an attraction in 1932. An elevator has allowed easier access since 1961.

5/15/2024, 11:39:36 PM

Rund um den Heceta Head gab's einiges an Tieren zu sehen. Kalifornische und Stellers Seelöwen, Pelikane und andere Vögel. #sealion #sealions #sealioncaves #oregon #oregoncoast #usa #biketravel #animalphotography #picoftheday #biketouring #cycling #cycletouring #biking #usa

5/15/2024, 1:29:40 AM

A few days on the Oregon Coast, where the Sea Lions bark, beautiful views of the rocky Coast ,unique lightouses, and a plethora of tasty treats from the sea. #dugenouscrab #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #newportoregon #sealions #favoritestate #RVentures #rvlife #fulltimetravel #journeytoalaska #Oregon

5/14/2024, 9:08:48 PM

We had so much fun visiting the World Largest Sea Lions Cave 🦭 in Florence OR. It was a beautiful day spent with @miraculousmiss who started as an Instagram friend, and now our kids are inseparables! We cannot wait to meet again soon and go explore some more with you guys 💗 🇫🇷 Nous avons pris tellement de plaisir à visiter la plus grande grotte du monde de lions de mer 🦭 à Florence OR. On a passé une belle journée avec @miraculousmiss qui a commencé comme une amie Instagram, et maintenant nos enfants sont inséparables! Nous avons hâte de vous revoir bientôt et d’explorer un peu plus avec vous les gars 💗 • • • Like and Follow @thekloosters on Instagram | Facebook | TikTok ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We are a family of four traveling full-time in a RV across America promoting breathtaking destinations. We are passionate about RV living, and homeschooling. Our goal is to inspire other people to explore and experience the beauty of this country. #RVlife #rvlivingfulltime #rvlivingwithkids #5thwheelfamily #nomadlife  #sealions #sealioncaves #igfriends #kidsadventures

5/14/2024, 7:00:24 PM

I captured this neat perspective from inside the Sea Lion Caves in Florence, Oregon, which I’ll share about in a few days. This also happens to be the same viewpoint from which I shot the Black Guillemot birds I shared a few days ago! Peeking out of the rocky cliffside over the Pacific Ocean north towards the fog-laden Siuslaw National Forest, you can actually catch a glimpse of the Heceta Head Lighthouse, considered to be one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world (and certainly on the Oregon coast). While I don't normally share photos containing anything 'man-made', this is one of two neat shots I got of the lighthouse, and I'll share the other, closer-up image, next week...so stay tuned for that! #sealioncaves #florenceoregon #oregoncoast #pacificocean #siuslawnationalforest #hecetaheadlighthouse #landscape #seascapes

5/13/2024, 6:00:35 PM

What a blissful and all-too-brief vacation along the southern Oregon coast. Enjoyed the fun town of Florence, explored the Sea Lion Caves (which really was just an extended bird watching expedition 😅), multiple beaches, and Heceta Head Lighthouse #hecetahead #hecetaheadlighthouse #florenceoregon #southernoregoncoast #sealioncaves #pigeonguillemot #lighthouse @sealioncavesofficial #birdwatching

5/12/2024, 8:36:26 AM

Sea lion caves of Florence, Oregon 🦭🪨 What an incredible experience! The journey down to the caves felt like stepping into another world. #travel #travelgram #traveler #adventure #adventurer #adventures #roadtrip #roadtrippin #florenceoregon #sealion #sealioncaves #sealioncavesoregon

5/9/2024, 7:00:33 AM

Sea lion caves!! 🦭 #sealioncaves #photography #blueocean #pacificnorthwest #pacificocean

5/8/2024, 4:36:34 AM

For those who don’t know, I moved west to work for the Siuslaw NF on the pacific coast of Oregon this summer. I’ve been here just over a month, and I am still overwhelmed by the fact I get to be here. It’s been one of the most fabulous experiences of my life so far. The PNW fits me like a glove and I feel so at home out here. If you haven’t heard from me or have been wondering whats up with me, it’s because I’m out here gaping in awe like an idiot 100% of the time and as such, haven’t had much time for social media or keeping up with folks back home. So here’s a little update that I am more than well :) 🐋 🏔️ 🌲 🌊 ❤️ Images: 1. Me gaping like an idiot at Cape Perpetua lookout, 📍 Siuslaw NF 2. Sea Lion Beach and Yaquina Head Lighthouse 📍 Florence, OR 3. Stellar Sea Lion surfing the waves 🏄‍♂️ 📍 Florence, OR 4. Giant Green Anenome 📍 Cape Perpetua Marine Gardens 5. Gaping in awe at giant trees 📍 Oswald West state park 6. Gods Thumb trail 📍 Cascade Head research area 7. Multnomah falls (600ish feet), 📍 Columbia River Gorge 8. Majestic Squid and Majestic Mt. Hood 📍 Mt. Hood highway 9. Me gaping in awe again on the Dog river trail, 📍 Mt. Hood NF 10. Timberline Ski area, 📍 Mt. Hood (6,000ft elevation) #pnw #oregoncoast #pacificnorthwest #pacificocean #florenceoregon #yaquinaheadlighthouse #sealioncaves #stellarsealions #tidepools #pacificcityoregon #capeperpetua #siuslawnationalforest #oldgrowthforest #oregonforests #lifeonthecoast #sealife #cascademountains #mthood #timberlinelodge #gapinginawe #travelphotography #traveloregon #oregoncoastadventures

5/6/2024, 7:19:43 PM

The adventure continues... #westcoast # #roadtrip #sealioncaves #florenceoregon #westcoastbestcoast #getoutside

5/2/2024, 3:53:15 AM

Some moments from life recently 🦀 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #oceanside #florenceoregon #sealioncaves #seaside #oregon #pnw #pacificnorthwest #loveit #likeit #rainy #moments #sobeautiful #beach #sand #spring

5/1/2024, 11:45:47 PM

#oregoncoast day1. Tried to kill myself riding a quad in #sanddunes. Wanted to hug some pups in the #sealioncaves. Got told to drive up an insane mountain (no photos) - single lane #whiteknuckleoffroad - celebrated surviving with a #sunset and fish and chips with takeout stout in a Pepsi cup.

4/30/2024, 7:36:12 AM

One trip, endless views! Imagine this: Heceta Head Lighthouse, standing guard over the rugged Oregon coastline. Look a little closer, and you might even spot sea lions swimming in the waves near the Sea Lion Caves! 🌊🦭 Speaking of caves, venturing inside to see hundreds of playful pups basking is an unforgettable experience. This is the magic of the Oregon coast! 🌊 What’s the most incredible wildlife encounter that’s left you speechless? Share in the comments! . . . . #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #wildlifephotography #pacificnorthwest #naturesbeauty #getoutside #travelcommunity #traveloregon #smallcreator #naturephotography #visitoregon #creteandbeyond

4/30/2024, 1:07:13 AM

Between Florence and Yachats is this slice of scenic heaven. The sea lions breed and keep their young safe below in the tide pool, keep each other afloat (if you zoom in you can see a sea lion “raft”. If you’re lucky enough to access this pull out when no one else is parked here, it’s a special moment. #yachatsoregon #yachats #sealions #sealioncaves #hecetaheadlighthouse #hecetahead #oregoncoast #florenceoregon #lowtidegoodvibes

4/25/2024, 11:51:35 PM

Keeping it lit at the lighthouse! Lighthouses are my favourite 💡 🏠 1-5) Heceta head lighthouse 5-10) sea lion cave 🦭 #hecetaheadlighthouse #lighthouse #lighthouselovers #lighthouses #oregon #oregoncoastline #oregoncoast #oregonroadtrip #roadtrip #sealioncavesoregon #sealioncaves #florenceoregon #coast #hwy101roadtrip #hwy101

4/25/2024, 8:01:22 PM

Day 4 was a bit more chill with a lot more travel hours. We started out in #bandonbeach checking out #facerock #hatrock and #elephantrock, before backtracking up to #florence and visiting the #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #roadtripping #lovemyloves

4/21/2024, 4:20:06 AM

SanFrancisco #sealioncaves #101roadtrip #spring #ocean

4/18/2024, 6:19:27 AM

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4/15/2024, 4:34:49 PM

Sea Lion Cave 🦭 #sealioncaves #pnw #florenceoregon #sealion #april13

4/15/2024, 1:49:11 AM

Oregon Day 2 (It was a long day 😂) The cave was a 3 minute drive from the lighthouse so we took advantage.🫰🏻 📍Cape Perpetua Lookout 🌲🌊 📍Sea Lion Caves or Sea puppies 🥹🦭 #oregon #capeperpetua #sealioncaves #roadtrip #pnw #coast #travel

4/13/2024, 2:26:42 AM

Florence, Oregon, United States--The Sea Lion Caves, a privately owned wildlife preserve and bird sanctuary centrally located just 11 miles north of Florence on the beautiful and rugged Oregon Coast, is a connected system of sea caves and caverns open to the Pacific Ocean; has a chamber 95m (310ft) long, 50m (165ft) wide and around 15m (50ft) high in a wave cut passage 400m 1315ft long, thus setting a world record for being the World's Largest Sea Cave, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY. #worldslargestseacave #SeaLionCaves #Oregonworldrecords #usaworldrecords

4/8/2024, 11:26:36 AM

Weekend getaway 🌊 #oregoncoast #sealioncaves #springbreak24 #fab4 #pnw

4/6/2024, 8:39:36 PM

#sealion #sealioncaves https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sea_Lion_Caves

3/25/2024, 6:42:02 PM

A weekend to remember. @tony.bash and I were able to introduce Yachats, our little spot, to great friends, @chris.blackburn.2026 @jennifergrayart #sealioncaves #hecetaheadlighthouse #oregonstateparks #darlingtoniastatenaturalsite #carniverousplants

3/25/2024, 12:28:25 AM

Sea lion loafing in @lajolla.ca 🦭🍞🌊 @lajolla.ca @sdbucketlist @losangelesgrammers @abc7community #lajolla #sealion #loafing #sealionloaf #sealionsofinstagram #sealioncaves #pacificocean #lajollacove

3/24/2024, 1:15:23 AM

Sea Lion caves & munching with @cozylito and @p.n.k.1024 😋❤️ . . . . #sealion #sealioncaves #travelbug #oregon #coastaloregon #yummy

3/19/2024, 12:39:26 AM

Stop #1 -- sea lion caves This spot was so unique. The largest sea cave on the oregon coast that is home for a ton of sea lions. You take an spooky elevator down to the cave and get to look out over a platform to view the sea lions. Super fun if you can stand the smell!! #sealion #cave #stinky #sealioncaves

3/13/2024, 5:09:01 AM

Heceta Head Lighthouse, shot from the sea lion caves. #hecetaheadlighthouse #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #pnwcoast #pnwphotographer #bwnature

3/7/2024, 10:18:15 PM

This place always made me think of The Goonies pirate caves as a kid. Elevator straight into the ground, rock tunnels into a view of a huge sea cave full of sea lions. Sea Lion Caves, Florence Oregon #SeaLionCaves #FlorenceOregon #GooniesInspiration #PirateCaveAdventures #ElevatorToNature #RockTunnels #SeaCaveViews #SeaLionSanctuary #OregonExplorations #NatureWonders #CoastalAdventures #WildlifeLovers #OceanMysteries #AdventureAwaits

3/7/2024, 2:10:24 AM

Oregon coast and HWY 101 is far more incredible than I had imagined it to be. Damn sinus infection cut my trip short but I will return soon! #sealioncaves #devilspunchbowl #florenceoregon #hwy101 #oregoncoast #roadtrip #sealions #surfers #westcoast #pnwlife

3/1/2024, 10:23:48 PM

my mom first went down in the sea lion caves in 1963, when she was 10 years old. I took her back this weekend and I’ve never seen her so delighted. I had to keep reminding her not to jump in the elevator, lest we get stuck.

2/28/2024, 8:24:04 AM

Sea Lion Caves in Florence, Oregon 🦭 This is a neat visit for sure! Known as America’s largest sea cave, Sea Lion Caves is a privately owned wildlife preserve and bird sanctuary, which is a year round home for the Stellar Sea Lion. A few things to note, this is not a zoo or an aquarium so the sea lions come and go as they please. The caves may be empty at certain times of year, so it’s best to call ahead. Although you’ll be almost sure to find sea lions during the winter months since they use the caves as a refuge from the high surf. Another thing to note, is it’s a little stinky in the cave in case that’s something that bothers you 🤷‍♀️ And one more thing, be sure to check out the exhibits, go up the stairs to see the waterfall and ocean. And check out their gift shop for some cool local finds. #sealion #sealions #sealioncaves #florence #oregon #visitoregon #exploreoregon #oregoncoast #pacificcoast #pacificocean #ocean #waterfall #nature #naturelovers #wildlife #marinelife #sealife #cave #caves

2/27/2024, 2:30:35 AM

🌊 Esplora le meraviglie sotterranee delle Sea Lion Caves a Florence, Oregon! Il rifugio naturale di leoni marini più grande del mondo ti aspetta! 🚶‍♂️ Per un'esperienza top, visita al tramonto per goderti la vista spettacolare e porta con te uno zoom per immortalare gli amichevoli leoni marini! 🤩 Affonda nelle profondità delle grotte e vivi l'incredibile spettacolo della natura con centinaia di leoni marini a portata di sguardo! 🤔 Quanti leoni marini pensi possano trovarsi nelle grotte oggi? Fai la tua ipotesi e scopri cosa riserva loro questa incredibile avventura marina! 🦭 ✍️ Contattami per organizzare il tuo prossimo viaggio 💬 #USAontheroad #ViaggiInUSA #ScopriGliUSA #ItinerariUSA #USAdventures #USAcity #RoadTripUSA #USAtravel #ExploreUSA #VisitUS #USATravelGuide #BucketListUSA #DiscoverUSA #AmericaTheBeautiful #USLandscapes #WanderlustUSA #TravelUsa #USApassion #InstaTravel #TravelMemories #LifeOfExploring #LifeInTravel #TravelPics #BeautifulDestination #SeaLionCaves #GrottedeiLeoniMarini #OregonCoast #NaturaSelvaggia #EsplorandoOregon #FilippoTravels

2/22/2024, 11:00:25 AM

Finally got to explore Oregon and I think a friend from Wyoming did too 😂 #oregon #oregoncoast #sealioncaves #canonbeach #oregonelk

2/22/2024, 2:06:55 AM

02/20/2024 Sea Lion Caves, Florence OR #sealioncaves #sealion #urbanexplorer #roadtrip #pnwadventures #oregoncoast #oregon

2/21/2024, 1:06:27 AM

Day 5 in Oregon. 3 lighthouses, several beaches, and a lot of sea lions! We drove from Coos Bay to Depoe Bay, making many stops along the way. Sea Lion Cave and Yaquina Head were the highlights, but the view from our hotel room wasn't too shabby either. The challenge is to narrow it down to just ten pictures for this post! #asgardontheroad #oregon #oregoncoast #hecetaheadlighthouse #yaquinaheadlighthouse #yaquinahead #newportoregon #umpqualighthouse #sealion #sealioncaves

2/19/2024, 2:29:51 PM

Take the roads less traveled. 🌊🌲💛 #highway101 #naturalbridges #sealioncaves #pacificcoasthighway #womenthattravel

2/16/2024, 6:15:51 AM

Got to see (and hear... and smell!) a cave o' sea lions! The Oregon coast is another level of wonder #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #smellovisionneeded #sealions

2/11/2024, 1:04:14 AM

Esplora le Sea Lion Caves a Florence, Oregon: una delle grotte marine più grandi del mondo! 🌊 Ammira le otarie giocose e immergiti nella natura selvaggia del Pacifico. 🦭 Vivi un incontro unico con la fauna marina e goditi la spettacolare vista sull'oceano. 🌅 Chi di voi sarebbe il re delle grotte marine? 🤔 Taggate il vostro amico che amerebbe vivere questa avventura! 🚀 ✍️ Contattami per organizzare il tuo prossimo viaggio 💬 #USAontheroad #ViaggiInUSA #ScopriGliUSA #ItinerariUSA #USAdventures #USAcity #RoadTripUSA #USAtravel #ExploreUSA #VisitUS #USATravelGuide #BucketListUSA #DiscoverUSA #AmericaTheBeautiful #USLandscapes #WanderlustUSA #TravelUsa #USApassion #InstaTravel #TravelMemories #LifeOfExploring #LifeInTravel #TravelPics #BeautifulDestination #SeaLionCaves #FlorenceOregon #NaturaSelvaggia #EsplorazioneMarina #TurismoOregon #FilippoTravels

2/10/2024, 11:00:28 AM

The #oregoncoast holds so much magic 😍 🌊 #sealioncaves #oregonexplored

2/10/2024, 2:40:13 AM

Seal Lion statue outside of Sea Lion Caves, Florence, Oregon. #sealion #art #statue #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #adventuring #wanderlust

2/5/2024, 3:46:16 AM

🥰☀️🌊🩷 @sealioncavesofficial #sealioncaves #waterfall #oregon #101roadtrip #bucketlist #pnw #magic

2/3/2024, 12:11:52 AM

🥰🦭🌊🩷 @sealioncavesofficial #sealioncaves #sealions #seapuppies #oregon #101roadtrip #bucketlist #pnw #magic

2/3/2024, 12:08:00 AM

The lighting was not the best for pictures, but these guys were adorable 🥰🦭🌊🩷 @sealioncavesofficial #sealioncaves #sealions #seapuppies #oregon #101roadtrip #bucketlist #pnw #magic

2/2/2024, 11:21:12 PM

Oregon Coast, July 2022. These are photos I should have posted a year and a half ago, when I took Lilith & Logan to Oregon and California. #oregoncoast #devilspunchbowl #capeperpetua #sealioncaves #nofilter

1/29/2024, 6:07:30 AM

Has anyone been seal watching or to a seal show? I felt my little walrus needed a friend so this little seal here was born!! #sealovers #sealbeach #sealion #sealions #sealpup #sealionshow #sealionsofinstagram #sealioncaves #sealisland #farnislands #crochetseal #crochetgiftideas #crochetinstagram #crochetanimal #crochetanimal #walruses #walrusesofinstagram

1/25/2024, 9:41:10 AM

Sea lion caves. This 12 story high, football field sized cave is the fall and winter home to a colony of stellar sea lions. These guys sound like trucks. They don't bark like a regular sea lion, instead they make a roaring sound. It was hard to capture, but I'll add a video to my stories of it. . #sealioncaves #stellarsealions #oregoncoast #oregonadventure #pacificnorthwest

1/23/2024, 1:02:11 AM

Waaay in the distance, on that far cliff, is Heceta Head Lighthouse. We went to the sea lion caves to look at sea lions...ended up staring at this view for even longer. . #oregoncoast #oregonadventure #sealioncaves

1/22/2024, 4:51:42 PM

If you travel south on 101 about 1.5 hours from Olivia Beach, you’ll reach the Sea Lions Caves. The caves are home to hundreds of sea lions and the largest natural rock sea cave in the world (as long as a football field and 12 stories high). #oregoncoast #oliviabeach #traveloregon #traveloregoncoast #sealion #sealioncaves #sealioncavesoregon

1/16/2024, 11:18:39 PM

The idea for Scoops was conceived in the summer of 2023 on a 4500-mile cross country road trip in our 15-passenger van. As is our custom, we had stopped at a local ice cream shop for some delicious hard scoop ice cream on our way down the Oregon coast after visiting the #sealioncaves This stirred up an idea: “What if we opened an ice cream shop in Warroad?” Once the question was posed, a continuous brainstorm ensued, and the final days spent on the road were filled with conversation about how we could make it happen. Fast forward seven months and the dream of Scoops Ice Cream Parlor is now becoming a reality! Can’t wait to serve you all!! #icecream #icecreamparlor #icecreamshop #hardscoop #handdipped

1/14/2024, 7:36:14 PM

Sea Lion Caves….we were surprised how loud it was. Very cool to see. I wasn’t able to do most of the attraction due to my MS. Many stairs…they are my nemesis. Lots of interesting information about sea lions. Gift Shop is cute too! It was still worth doing! #sealioncaves #sealions #florenceoregon #animals #photography #localattractions #oregon #oregoncoast #highway101

1/6/2024, 12:43:25 PM

Pigeon guillemots at the Sea Lion Caves near Florence, Oregon, on the Pacific Coast #pacificcoast #birdphotography #pigeonguillemot #seabirds #sealioncavesoregon #sealioncaves #oregoncoast #oregon #florenceoregon

1/5/2024, 6:27:00 AM