2011 Map of Netarts

About this map

The Cape Meares Lighthouse stands as a sentinel over the Pacific coastline, anchoring a landscape where the rugged shoreline meets the intricate tidal systems of Tillamook Bay and Netarts Bay. Coastal settlements such as Oceanside and Netarts are defined by their proximity to prominent geological features like Maxwell Point and the offshore Three Arch Rocks. The map reveals a delicate balance between land and water, most notably along the narrow Netarts Spit and the estuarine environment of Tomlinson Slough, where names like Dry Stocking Island and Snag Island hint at the historical navigational challenges of these waters. Inland, the terrain is carved by a network of drainages including Whiskey Creek and Fall Creek, while roads such as Bayocean Rd NW trace the periphery of the bays, linking small communities like Wilson Beach and Happy Camp.