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
Restaurants & Dining (1)
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.
Hikes & Trails (2)
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.
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.
Adventures (2)
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.
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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