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.

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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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Port of Port Orford

A Unique Port in the Heart of a Unique Town As you take in the breathtaking view, you’ll notice the two large yellow cranes used to launch and retrieve vessels. It is the only ‘dolly dock’ on the West Coast,...

300 Dock Road
Port Orford, OR

541-332-7121
Email us (p[dot]cox[at]portofportorford[dot]org)

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Hawthorne Gallery

You’ll find paintings, sculptures, jewelry in wood, metal, glass and ceramics at Hawthorne Gallery. The gallery features iron work, bronze/granite, Raku, cast glass, wood figures and members of the Hawthorne family, painting and steel, blown and cast glass, jewelry, ceramic...

267 W. Sixth St.
Port Orford, OR

541-366-2266
Email us (chris[at]chrishawthorne[dot]com)

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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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Peters Cranberries

A family owned farm growing cranberries on the Southern Oregon Coast. Peters Cranberries farm their own bogs as well as buy, clean and market their cranberries for local growers. Stop by the farm stand on your next visit to Sixes. 

93030 Airport Rd.
Sixes, OR

(541)348-2276
Email us (peterscranberries[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Humble Heron Fly Fishing LLC

Humble Heron Fly Fishing is dedicated to your experience, instruction and conservation. Humbly serving the steelhead stoke through seasons, soul, and creativity. Guides James and Kait Sampsel instruct, educate, and connect anglers of all abilities and ages to find themselves;...

Port Orford, OR

(541) 604-0582
Email us (info[at]humbleheronflyfishing[dot]com)

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Battle Rock Wayside Park

Battle Rock Park is named for the historic battle that took place at Battle Rock where the Qua-to-mah Native Americans fought Captain William Tichenor’s men in 1851. Stop by the Visitor Center that’s located in the park for information about the park...

Port Orford, OR

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

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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Sustainable Art on the South Coast

From a giant tufted puffin to a whimsical jellyfish made of plastic pollution, you may have seen larger-than-life sculptures on the Oregon Coast Public Art Trail, a self-guided art route. We’ve got the inside scoop on the visionary environmental organizations that create these sea creatures and help raise awareness on Oregon’s South Coast. Here are a few of the trash-to-treasure sculptures you can encounter and more about the artists who make them.

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Take a Dog-Friendly Trip to Curry County

No family vacation is complete without the entire family — and for many, that means our four-legged companions. Fortunately, Fido will love sun-kissed patios, off-leash dog parks, pet-friendly overnight stays and other engaging sites on your next beach getaway to Curry County on the South Coast. Here’s a look at where to bring your pup in Curry County.

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Accessible Recreational Travel on the Southern Oregon Coast

Discover Travelable, Visitable & Accessible Adventures and Destinations Renowned for its scenic beauty, rugged coastline, and pristine beaches, the Southern Oregon Coast is a treasure trove of adventures waiting for you! And here’s the best part—it’s not just for the...

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Beat Cabin Fever This Winter on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

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.

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