Things to Do in Bandon, Oregon

by Andrew Dickson (updated October 2024) There are so many reasons to visit the Southern Oregon Coast but the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is at the top of any shortlist. It’s one of the largest dunes in the world,...

Whether you appreciate art or are an artist yourself, you’ll love Curry County, the southernmost section of the Oregon Coast. This South Coast stretch encompasses some of the most beautiful landscapes in the state and has long drawn creative souls inspired by nature. Not only is it a fantastic place to create art, but it’s also full of galleries showcasing works by artists from Curry County and across the Pacific Northwest. Here are three amazing galleries you won’t want to miss.

Lush temperate rainforests, sandy dunes and the misty, mountainous terrain of the Coast Range have long beckoned mushroom hunters to the Southern Oregon Coast — especially in the fall, when seasonal rains coax a wide variety of edible mushrooms through forest-floor duff.

Grab the popcorn and settle in to enjoy some breathtaking landscapes and evocative views. Oregon frequently serves as a popular setting for films, with classics like “The Goonies” and “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” immediately springing to mind. Yet,...

Thanks to new adaptive features, the jaw-dropping vistas, uncrowded beaches and quiet lakes of Oregon’s Southern Coast are becoming even more welcoming to visitors. In recent years, improvements like free rental beach wheelchairs and accessible kayak launches have made stunning outdoor experiences possible for more people. Here’s how to plan a great trip to the South Coast your whole crew can enjoy.

Discover Out-of-the-Ordinary Adventures, Tailored to Your Child’s Distinctive Taste Visitors flock to the Southern Oregon Coast for its scenic drives, ocean adventures, and beach fun—classic coastal living. But dig deeper, and you’ll uncover a treasure trove of unconventional attractions, perfect...