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.
Featured Spots
South Coast
King Fishers Guide Service
Areas of operation: Chetco River, Brookings, Rogue River, Gold Beach, Elk River, Sixes River, and Port Orford.
Brookings, OR
541-670-7980
Email us (SbrooksStelle[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Semi Aquatic Gallery
Semi Aquatic is artist Spencer Reynold’s retail space located in the heart of downtown Brookings, Oregon. The shop features Spencer’s paintings, prints, cards and clothing, as well as a carefully curated collection of hand-crafted and locally made gifts and home...
654 Chetco AveBrookings, OR
503-504-2861
Email us (spence[at]artandsurf[dot]com)
South Coast
Railroad Street Market & Deli
Stop by the deli for fresh, made to order sandwiches. A great place to pick up lunch before a day on the beach or exploring the Oregon coast.
534 Railroad StreetBrookings, OR
South Coast
Oregon Redwoods Trail #1107
This hiking trail, which starts on the Oregon Redwoods Barrier Free Trail #1106 along Peavine Ridge in the Winchuck River drainage, loops down to the west into upper Moser Creek drainage to access a grove of majestic old-growth redwood trees....
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Brookings River & Ocean Fishing
Treat yourself to the finest light tackle fishing for these hard fighting coastal chrome bright trophies. Picture yourself battling one of these beauties at the break of dawn from your favorite coastal river. The excitement of such a fishing adventure...
PO Box 3261Brookings, OR
(541) 698-7029
Email us (DriftBoatDave[at]hotmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Tincup Trailhead
Provides access to: Tincup Trailhead #1117 which accesses the Kalmiopsis Wilderness. Facilities No picnic table No fire pit No drinking water Vault toilet Visitors to the Kalmiopsis Wilderness should be advised that trail conditions may vary, depending on the level of maintenance...
Brookings, OR541-247-3600
South Coast
Travis Sallander Fishing Guide
Brookings, OR
(541) 251-3771
Email us (fishonrod[at]charter[dot]net)
South Coast
Wild Rivers Fishing
First, let me introduce myself. I’m Andy Martin, a full-time river guide and saltwater charter boat captain in Brooking, Oregon. As long as I can remember, fishing has been my passion. I grew up fishing the Chetco, Rogue and Smith...
255 S. Hazel StreetBrookings, OR
206-388-8988
Email us (wildriversfishing[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Old Dog Sportfishing
Come join an Old Dog Sportfishing fish charter on the southern Oregon coast. Individual, family or groups set out from Brookings Harbor, the safest harbor on the Oregon coast. Fish abound, the air is clean and there’s great times to...
Brookings, OR
541-892-1714
Email us (mikesbbq[at]kfalls[dot]net)
South Coast
Scream N Reelz Guide Service
Enjoy a guided fishing experience in Southern Oregon with Scream N Reelz Guide Service.
Brookings, OR
541-254-4378
Email us (Nat[at]screamnreelz[dot]com)
South Coast
Bud Cross Park
Bud Cross Park is Brookings’ major athletic park, featuring a seasonal municipal swimming pool, skate park, two baseball fields, four tennis courts, and a basketball court.
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
The Market Place
In business for over 20 years, The Market Place offers whimsical nautical, pirate themed and other unique antiques and gifts. You’ll find real authentic ships salvage from Japanese glass floats, anchors, bilge pumps, antique trunks, ships wheels, real brass portholes,...
668 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
(541)469-9753
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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