Things to Do in Port Orford, 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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Point B Studio

Featuring artists who incorporate some aspect of the Internet in their work: digital photography, mapping, visualization and other forms of art.

351 6th St
Port Orford, OR

(541) 366-2036

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Tseriadun State Recreation Site

Tseriadun (pronounced serry-AH-dun) is popular with visitors stretching their legs on the miles-long beach, agate collectors (there's a reason the community calls it Agate Beach) and photographers intent on capturing the perfect shots of offshore rocks and headlands. Long ago,...

Port Orford, OR

800-551-6949

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Steel Blue Lodge

Southern Oregon Drift boat fishing for Fall Chinook and Winter Steelhead. Summertime family B&B with river access.

Port Orford, OR

541-332-3140

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Cape Blanco Lighthouse

This isolated lighthouse holds at least four Oregon records: it is the oldest continually operating light, the most westerly, it has the highest focal plane above the sea, (256 feet), and Oregon’s first woman keeper, Mabel E. Bretherton signed on...

Port Orford, OR
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Prehistoric Gardens

The Prehistoric Gardens are great for young and old alike. Just 17 miles north of Gold Beach lies an untouched prehistoric garden complete with 23 life size dinosaurs set amongst a lush Oregon rainforest. The self-guided tour allows you to...

36848 U.S. 101
Port Orford, OR

541-332-4463

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Sixes River

This site is a favorite of miners, fisherman, and nature lovers. There are opportunities to pan or sluice for gold year round or through a special permit, dredging is permitted July 15 – September 30. Roads within the campground were...

Port Orford, OR

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

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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72 Hours on the Rogue River

Stretching about 215 miles from the Crater Lake area to the Pacific Ocean, the Rogue is one of Oregon’s most beloved rivers. Whether you’re an experienced angler or simply looking for peaceful riverbank views on Oregon’s South Coast, it’s worth checking out this state treasure. Here’s how to do it, all in one long weekend.

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Border Lines

FINDING DETOURS Inspiration sometimes comes from unlikely places. For Dani, it was a used copy of The Dharma Bums, found in a quiet corner of a local bookstore. Inside the cover, a small note was written out: “The detours are...

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Top 5 Lakes on the Southern Oregon Coast

Explore The 5 Most Captivating Lakes on the Southern Oregon Coast Ready for an adventure? Ready to just relax? The Southern Oregon Coast is a treasure trove of natural beauty, where the ocean meets pristine forests. It’s also home to...

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The Many Rocks of Bandon

A visit to Bandon on Oregon’s South Coast is not complete without taking some time to experience its sea stacks and beach rock formations. Like ships in the sea, these geological wonders appear to float across the ocean and sand, exciting the imagination of generations of beachgoers. And, in fact, many of Bandon’s rocks carry histories and stories to tell, from prehistoric geological processes to tribal legends. Here’s what to know about Bandon’s iconic rock formations and how to experience them for yourself.

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The Secret Windsport Paradise

Pack your sense of adventure and all your windsports gear to visit the best windy place no one knows about Tucked between rugged headlands and sweeping beaches, the Southern Oregon Coast is an underrated stretch of Pacific shoreline that delivers...

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