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.

Fishing in Brookings by Erik Urdahl

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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Mingus Park

Downtown's gorgeous park, oriental garden, playgrounds and year-round pool has something for everyone. Mingus Park is located just a few minutes walk from the downtown business district. The park has a large pond as its centerpiece with an arboretum on...

Coos Bay, OR

541-269-8918

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Coos Art Museum

Founded by local artists in 1966, Coos Art Museum is the third oldest art museum in Oregon and the only one on its coast. Housed in a 1936 art deco building it features seven galleries with up to 24 changing...

235 Anderson Avenue
Coos Bay, OR

541-267-3901
Email us (info[at]coosart[dot]org)

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Katrina Kathleen’s Home Decor & Gifts

Discover unique coastal collectibles and gifts at Katrina Kathleen’s Home Decor & Gifts located in downtown Coos Bay.

191 S. Broadway
Coos Bay, OR

(541)266-9973

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Coastal Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Boards LLC

We are a family-owned and operated company with the same great love of the outdoors offering 15 years of kayaking experience. We specialize in recreational and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). There are many local waterways; sloughs, lakes, ocean bays, ocean beaches,...

319 North Wall Street
Coos Bay, OR

541-252-9201
Email us (coastalkayakandsuprentalsllc[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Smith Farm Walnut – Heritage Tree

This black walnut is a remnant of a larger grove, planted around 1865, that marks the farthest navigable point on the Coos River. Before S. Coos River Lane was built in the 1920s, people and goods unloaded at this community...

96614 S Coos River Lane
Coos Bay, OR
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OrCoast Music

Antiques, musical instruments. Located in the historic Empire District.

787 Newmark
Coos Bay, OR

541-888-0394

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

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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Savor Fall in Port Orford

As summer fades into fall, there’s no shortage of fun on the Southern Oregon Coast. Historic and scenic Port Orford is the perfect spot for a getaway. This active fishing village offers authentic experiences in a postcard-perfect setting. Buy fresh seafood direct from the boat, browse cozy bookshops and art galleries, and fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. Here’s how to plan a fabulous fall stay in Port Orford.

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Adventure Meets Cozy on the Southern Oregon Coast

Big adventures, prime season seafood and cozy retreats are all on offer on the Southern Oregon Coast this fall. Plus, enter to WIN A SOUTH COAST GETAWAY!

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Magic Season Mountain Biking at Whiskey Run Trails 

Fall is ideal for mountain biking Whiskey Run Trails. Quiet beaches, cliff hikes and the cute coastal town of Bandon await.

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Events on the Oregon Coast

Dec 10, 2025

Wednesday Group Run – South Coast Running Club

Coos Bay, OR
Dec 10, 2025

Coos Art Museum: Yoga at the Museum

Coos Bay, OR
Dec 10, 2025

Bay Area Farmers & Artisans Market

Coos Bay, OR
Dec 12, 2025

Big Band Christmas Dance Concert

Coos Bay, OR
Dec 13, 2025

Lee Littlefield and the Mighty Wurlitzer in The Sounds of Christmas

Coos Bay, OR
Dec 13 - Dec 14, 2025

Coos Bay Shakespeare in The Park Presents: How the Grinch Stole Christmas & Frosty The Snowman Radio Plays

Coos Bay, OR

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