Cloverdale: Festival, History, and Nature

Three specific questions can help guide a trip to Cloverdale: Would you like to experience Clover's Day, learn about the town's economic history, or take part in a race starting at the Cloverdale Bridge? Other travel interests range from seasonal birdwatching and trails with different terrain to camping and cheese products. Plan each activity around its dates, time frames, and conditions.

Clover's Day and Local History

Clover's Day is a recurring early-summer festival. As part of the event, Highway 101 is closed for one day. For 2026, the event page describes the festival as having a 44-year history. If you plan to travel for Clover's Day, check the date again for your travel year.

The Tillamook County Historical Society has installed five murals depicting Cloverdale at the turn of the century. Visitors can also stroll through the streets of Cloverdale and learn about the town's economic history. These offer two different ways to explore local history: the past as depicted in the murals, and the economic development that can be discovered on a walk.

A 2021 article describes a historic sign about the Nestucca River that can be viewed from an open area off US 101. Before visiting, check whether conditions on site allow a visit. Three races starting at the Cloverdale Bridge are also listed for 2026: 2 miles, 5 km, and 8 km. Distances and the starting point may change for future editions.

Nature and Trails

Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge is a visitor area with no admission fee. Visitor amenities include observation decks, shore fishing, and nature trails. Check current conditions and access rules before your visit. A visit between late October and early April is especially suitable for observing thousands of overwintering Cackling Geese. If birdwatching is the focus of your trip, this time frame is an important consideration when planning.

The two trails described differ in length, difficulty, and scenery. Pacific View Trail is an easy, 0.6-mile paved loop accessible to people with limited mobility. The 2.2-mile Two Rivers Nature Trail is moderately difficult and follows several loops through coastal prairie, small wildflower meadows, and alder forest. This offers a comparison between a shorter paved loop and a longer route with multiple loops and the described habitats. Trail surfaces, accessibility, route conditions, and difficulty ratings may change due to maintenance; check these details before your visit.

Camping and Cheese

Whalen Island County Campground shares the island with Clay Myers State Natural Area.

Nestucca Bay Creamery offers handmade farmstead cheese as well as Camembert, Cheddar, Feta, Gouda, Havarti, and ice cream.

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