Located near Coos Bay, Oregon, the Norton Gulch Group Use Area can be reached by a trail from the Sunset Bay State Park or by road for those less inclined to walk. The trail starts at Sunset Bay and then climbs up to the point where the day use area is located. There are some good views from the point.

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Shown above is a large root on the trail.

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The Group Use Area

The group use has lots of cleared space and picnic tables.

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