Sea Lions Oregon Coast

California sea lions migrate to Oregon in late summer and stay through fall, winter and early spring. Harbor seals are year-round residents.

Harbor Seals can be found year-round on the Oregon Coast. They have their adorable pups in the spring, with births peaking in mid-May.

It’s common for baby seals to wait on the beach while their mom feeds. If you spot a solitary baby seal on the beach, it’s patiently waiting for its mother to return.

Remember to stay at least 100 yards away, roughly the distance of a city block, from seals and other marine mammals as you explore the Oregon Coast. Disturbing or harassing marine mammals is not only harmful for the animals, it’s also illegal.