Things to Do in Coos Bay, Oregon

Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Hales Center for the Performing Arts

Located on the Southwestern Oregon Community College campus in Coos Bay, the Hales Center seats up to 500 people for all types of live performances. 

1988 Newmark Ave.
Coos Bay, OR

541-888-2525

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Cross Guide Service

PO Box 1655
Coos Bay, OR

(541) 217-4105
Email us (aacross19[at]hotmail[dot]com)

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Millicoma Marsh Trail

The Millicoma Marsh is an area of freshwater ponds and saltwater marsh in Coos Bay. The marsh offers a well-established trail perfect for recreational use of hiking, wildlife viewing, and great views of the bay area. Getting Here: From US...

Coos Bay, OR

Email us (mmt[at]cbk12[dot]com)

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The Dolphin Playhouse

Home of the Dolphin Players… the Dolphin Players produce six to seven full productions every year, offer classes and meeting space in the Dolphin Playhouse located in the Empire District of Coos Bay.

580 Newmark Ave.
Coos Bay, OR

(541)808-2611
Email us (dolphinplayers[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Bahama Boards

Bahama Boards is a family owned business that has put together a nice lineup of eco friendly surf products and more.  It’s your one stop shop for surf and wellness including rentals (kayaks, SUP, SUP paddles, and wetsuits), surfboard sales,...

650 Ivy Street
Coos Bay, OR

(541)808-3535
Email us (bill[dot]bahamasup[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Indigenous Adventures

Indigenous Adventures Guide Service offers guided fishing trips for salmon, steelhead, shad, small mouth bass, striped bass, pink fin perch, and sturgeon, all on the Coos, Coquille, Umpqua, Elk, and Sixes River systems. Bottom fishing and crabbing are also available...

Coos Bay, OR

(541) 537-0256
Email us (cooperhedgecock[at]yahoo[dot]com)

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

Take Care of Yourself on the South Coast this Spring

As spring breathes new life into the Southern Oregon Coast, it’s the perfect time to focus on your own well-being. From mindful forest bathing and wildflower hikes to inspiring art workshops, discover how the coast can help nourish your body and soul.

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10 Fun Things to Do With Kids in Curry County

Stretching from just north of Port Orford to Oregon’s southern border, Curry County is chock-full of fun for families. Picnicking on the beach, flying a kite or embarking on a prehistoric adventure are just a few of the many ways to make memories together on this slice of the South Coast.

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Whale Watching on the Southern Oregon Coast

Spouts, Splashes, and Scenic Views Imagine standing on a rugged cliff, binocs at the ready, when a massive gray whale breaches the surface. Its powerful tail slaps the water, sending a misty spray into the sky. This isn’t a scene...

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Easy Winter Trails on Oregon’s South Coast

From easy lakeside strolls to boardwalk paths over saltwater marshes, the Southern Oregon Coast offers visitors a variety of beginner-friendly trails. Here are some great options for winter — or year-round — adventures for folks walking or using assistive devices.

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Crabbing and Fishing for the Whole Family in Bandon

Nothing brings a family closer together than making great memories — and your kids will never forget the first time they pluck a feisty Dungeness from the Pacific. Bandon is known for craggy sea stacks and crashing waves, but it’s also a great place to learn to crab and fish. Here’s how to plan your next family foraging trip to the South Coast.

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Holiday Lights on the Southern Oregon Coast

Illuminate Your Holiday with a Season-by-the-Sea Each holiday season, the Southern Oregon Coast, known for its dramatic cliffs and windswept beaches, transforms into an enchanted wonderland. As the days grow shorter and a crisp chill fills the air, South Coast...

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Events on the Oregon Coast

Apr 7, 2026

Coos History Museum – First Tuesday Talk

Coos Bay, OR
Apr 8, 2026

Bay Area Farmers & Artisans Market

Coos Bay, OR
Apr 8, 2026

Wild Wednesday Group Run – South Coast Running Club

Coos Bay, OR
Apr 8, 2026

Coos Art Museum: Yoga at the Museum

Coos Bay, OR
Apr 10 - Apr 11, 2026

Oregon Coast Film Festival

Coos Bay, OR
Apr 15, 2026

Bay Area Farmers & Artisans Market

Coos Bay, OR

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