Powers Marine Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Powers Marine Park is a picturesque park located in Coos County, Oregon.


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Summary

It is situated on the banks of the Coquille River and offers visitors a great opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the area.

There are many good reasons to visit Powers Marine Park, including its beautiful scenery, abundant wildlife, and variety of recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, kayaking, and picnicking among other activities. There are also many species of birds and other wildlife that can be seen in the park, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts.

Some specific points of interest to see in the park include its large riverfront lawn, the Coquille River Lighthouse, and the historic Powers House. The park also has several trails that visitors can explore, including the 1.6-mile Powers Nature Trail and the 1.1-mile Powers Point Trail.

Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Coquille River Lighthouse was originally built in 1896 and was in operation until 1939. The Powers House, which dates back to the 1800s, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The best time of year to visit Powers Marine Park is during the summer months, when the weather is warm and there are plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities available. However, the park is open year-round and can be enjoyed during any season.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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