Things to Do Near Shelter Cove Airport (O74)
Shelter Cove Airport (O74) is a general aviation airport in Shelter Cove, California, at 69 ft field elevation with a 2,640 ft runway. 2 spots are right on the field, perfect for a $100 hamburger. Perched on the Lost Coast cliffs above the Pacific — one of the most dramatic approaches in the continental US
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Shelter Cove General Store & Deli
The only services at the Cove — grab sandwiches and local intel from pilots and fishermen who fly in regularly. Open daily.
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King Range National Conservation Area
60,000 acres of wild California coast — summit the 4,087-ft King Peak for panoramic ocean views. The 'lost coast' earned its name when highway builders gave up on the terrain.
Open in Google Maps →Lost Coast Trail Trailhead
One of the most remote backpacking routes in California — 25 miles of black-sand beach, sea stacks, and King Range wilderness with no road access. Start at Mattole Beach 20 min north.
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Black Sand Beach
The dark volcanic beach at Shelter Cove is home to harbor seals, tide pools, and whale-watching during spring migration. Walk from the airport apron.
Open in Google Maps →Mattole River Steelhead & Salmon Fishing
One of the last strongholds of wild coho salmon in California. December–March brings incredible steelhead runs on the Mattole River canyon.
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Shelter Cove Golf Course
Golf course
1555 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove
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