The fastest growing activity on national wildlife refuges in the past ten years has been wildlife photography. That鈥檚 not surprising鈥攖he digital camera population explosion and cell phones with ever-improving picture-taking abilities are increasing the number of nature photographers at a rapid rate. You don鈥檛 need to purchase expensive equipment or have any experience to get started. A small camera or camera-phone will do just fine for most visitors.
Cape Meares is a sight to behold. Bring your equipment and explore the cape. We recommend a telephoto lens and reviewing the 鈥淲ildlife Viewing鈥� tips below for those interested in photographing wildlife.
Drone operators: please see our policy on drones (they are prohibited) at Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge.