Things to Do in Charleston, Oregon

Don’t let cold days or a lack of gear keep you from enjoying the great outdoors. Late winter is a great time to visit the Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston tri-city area — Oregon’s Adventure Coast — especially if you want to beat the summer crowds. Here you can catch your own seafood for a tasty feast, hop into an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for a dune adventure, or climb aboard a kayak and paddle out to special spots that are inaccessible by land. Best of all, you don’t need to invest in equipment or worry about the logistics, since local outfitters are on hand to sort out the details. All you need to do is show up ready for an adventure.

The Oregon Coast is renowned for its unique attractions: sand dunes, storied fishing and majestic lighthouses that still keep watch over the scenic shore. But even on Oregon’s one-of-a-kind coast, one place truly sticks out. It is a place with one of the tallest and most expansive sand dunes around. A place with renowned fishing for salmon, tuna, halibut, crab, clams and more. Home to a one-of-a-kind historic lighthouse unlike any other on the coast.

Every winter the Southern Oregon Coast is treated to king tides, a term used to describe the highest tides of the year. During this annual event — which will occur December 13-15, 2024; January 11-13, 2025; and again in November and December — ocean levels rise dramatically, resulting in magnificent waters that can be a wonder to behold, but only from a safe distance. Here’s what you need to know about experiencing king tides (and their counterpart, minus tides) on the South Coast.

Discover the Serene Magic of a Southern Oregon Coastal Winter The coast conjures up images of sunny days with blue skies and warm sand between your toes. But here’s a fun twist–the Southern Oregon Coast boasts a wonderfully mild coastal...

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.