Brookings and Harbor are two communities on either side of the Chetco River, united by their shared port. Found within a unique “banana belt” near the Southern Oregon border, warm weather and rugged beauty are all around.
The temperatures around Brookings are so significantly warmer than other towns nearby that meteorologists named the phenomena — the “Chetco Effect”. It can be 20°F warmer in Brookings-Harbor than nearby areas, and temperatures in the middle of winter can sit comfortably in the mid-60’s. Because of this favorable weather local parks and gardens abound with seasonal azaleas and rhododendrons. The northernmost Redwood groves make their home here and the area is also known as the Easter Lily capital of the world. A short drive to the north of Brookings while traveling on Highway 101 brings you to the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, a 12-mile odyssey of one stunning view after another with beaches and hiking trails to explore.
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South Coast
Whaleshead Beach
Whaleshead Beach is one of the most gorgeous locations along the Oregon Coast. Offshore there is a sea stack that looks like the head of a Whale. The sea stack is cut with a rock channel and when a wave...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Chetco Point Park
A rocky peninsula just over two miles to the south of Harris Beach in Brookings, Chetco Point Park features easy trails, great views and access to beach and intertidal areas. Look for seals and birdlife among the numerous rocky outcroppings. ...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Chetco Pelican Players
Founded in 1988, the Chetco Pelican Players (CPP) have brought artists together on the Southern Oregon Coast for more than three decades. CPP presents six plays a year– a mix of comedies, dramas, and musicals based on requests from members...
1240 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
541-469-1857
Email us (chetcopelicanplayers[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Foxglove Wellness & Apothecary
Create your own custom fragrance at Foxglove Wellness and Apothecary. Their fragrance oils, essential oils and bath and body bases are handmade in small batches with organic, sometimes local material, or they are researched to provide sources that are provided...
511 Fern AvenueBrookings, OR
541-203-0366
Email us (Chelle[at]foxglovewellness[dot]com)
South Coast
Ambiance By the Sea
A special place for your senses, Ambiance By the Sea offers goods from 42 local artisans. You’ll find unique gifts, driftwood art, rustic home and garden decor, stained glass, shabby chic furniture, jewelry, Misty Meadows jams, marinades, olives and condiments,...
530 Hemlock StreetBrookings, OR
(541)254-4097
South Coast
Bombing Site Tree – Heritage Tree
This Coast Redwood was planted in 1992 at the site of the only Japanese aerial bombing of the continental United States on September 9, 1942. The tree was planted by the pilot of the submarine-delivered reconnaissance plane, Flight Officer Nobuo...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Joe Whaley’s Guide Service
Brookings, OR
(541) 661-6555
Email us (joewhaley66[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Gold River Guides
Giving anglers guidance and positioning for success, Gold River Guides brings to the table local knowledge and experience. Lunch, terminal tackle, and any other fishing gear that is needed is provided on all of their trips. Day trips consist of...
Brookings, OR
(541) 661-0398
Email us (goldriverguides[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Monterey Cypress – Heritage Tree
Harrison G. Blake planted this tree, now the largest Monterey Cypress found in Oregon, when he built his house here in the 1850’s. Blake was the first member of the Oregon House of Representatives from Southern Curry County in 1874...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
AccessAble Adventures
AccessAble Adventures offers outdoor equipment for individuals with limited mobility, without charge. Current offerings include beach wheelchairs, beach walkers, and FreeWheel wheelchair attachments. Serving Brookings and immediate surrounding areas.
Brookings, OR541-414-2345
South Coast
Riverside Market
Find everything you need for your fishing adventure at Riverside market. Rent (or buy) a kayak, purchase one-day fishing licenses, bait and tackle. They also have river toys, food, snacks, ice and firewood for sale. Shuttle service also available.
98877 N Bank Chetco River RoadBrookings, OR
(541)469-4496
South Coast
Early Fishing Inc
Quality salmon and steelhead fishing trips in the Southern Oregon region. Specializing in personalized service, fishing instruction and fun with over 30 years guiding experience. Comfortable Willie drift boats and power boats.
Brookings, OR
(541) 469-0525
Email us (garyearlyfishing[at]gmail[dot]com)
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Brookings City Hall Visitor Center
Brookings, OR Mail:
Brookings, OR
541-469-1103
Email us (lziemer[at]brookings[dot]or[dot]us)
Travel Curry Coast
Gold Beach, OR Mail: Suite 122
Gold Beach, OR
(541) 247-3222