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
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)
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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
Beachfront Gifts
Beachfront Gifts in Brookings is a wonderful place to find unique gifts, crafts and t-shirts.
16011 Boat Basin RoadBrookings, OR
541-469-8025
South Coast
Grocery Outlet
Discount grocery retailer. Great selection of wine and beer, produce, frozen foods, meats & cheese, and health & beauty. We carry many close outs and everyday NAME BRAND groceries.
906 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
(541)412-7264
Email us (brookings[at]groceryoutlet[dot]com)
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Harris Beach State Park
Harris Beach was named after the Scottish pioneer George Harris who settled here in the late 1880s to raise sheep and cattle. The park boasts the largest island off the Oregon coast. Bird Island (also called Goat Island) is a National Wildlife...
Brookings, OR541-469-2021
South Coast
Pithitude Gift Shop
You’ll find local artist-made shirts, drinkware, and more at Pithitude Gift Shop. Located next to Bell & Whistle Coffee House and behind Boardwalk Mail. Come laugh with the friendly staff at the Port of Brookings-Harbor, where the Chetco River meets...
16340 Lower Harbor RoadBrookings, OR
541-254-9550
Email us (Tamara[at]Pithitude[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
Arch Rock Viewpoint & Picnic Area
Arch Rock is a massive natural rock arch standing alone in the Pacific Ocean. Many picnic tables shaded under the coastal forest sit nearby for anyone looking to enjoy a pleasant picnic along the southern Oregon coast. From the parking...
22040-, 22064 Oregon Coast HwyBrookings, OR
800-551-6949
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Redwood Theater
For over 113 years, the movie theater at 621 Chetco Avenue has provided the City of Brookings with film and entertainment. Known first on its opening in 1909 as the Pine Cone Theater, this was later changed to the Redwood...
621 Checto AvenueBrookings, OR
541-412-7575
Email us (info[at]redwoodtheater[dot]com)
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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)
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Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor
This corridor is a 12-mile, forested linear park with a rugged, steep coastline interrupted by small sand beaches. This park was named in honor of Samuel H. Boardman, the first Oregon Parks superintendent. He and others of his generation felt...
Brookings, OR800-551-6949
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)
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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)
Oregon’s Wild Rivers Coast
Gold Beach, OR Mail: Suite 122
Gold Beach, OR
541-247-3222
