Coos Bay

Spouts, Splashes, and Scenic Views Imagine standing on a rugged cliff, binocs at the ready, when a massive gray whale breaches the surface. Its powerful tail slaps the water, sending a misty spray into the sky. This isn’t a scene...

Illuminate Your Holiday with a Season-by-the-Sea Each holiday season, the Southern Oregon Coast, known for its dramatic cliffs and windswept beaches, transforms into an enchanted wonderland. As the days grow shorter and a crisp chill fills the air, South Coast...

With kids back in school and fewer travelers on the road, RV enthusiasts take advantage of quieter rides and cooler weather as they head out on road trips along Oregon’s South Coast. From Reedsport on the Umpqua River, head west through the charming fishing community of Winchester Bay. Then drive south on Highway 101 to great overnight stops in Coos Bay, Bandon, Gold Beach and Brookings. For even more, check out Travel Southern Oregon Coast’s handy camping guide.

More than a Stay, It’s an Experience When it comes to vacationing on the Southern Oregon Coast, get ready for an amazing adventure filled with unique and extraordinary accommodations. From enchanting treehouses tucked away in lush forests to breathtaking lookouts...

Summer is a great time to spend time on the Southern Oregon Coast for its glorious sunshine and outdoor fun. It’s also the season of music festivals and concerts, where you can listen to bluegrass in a boathouse or classical piano in a park. Here’s what you need to know to chill out with sweet sounds or jam out at a local pub in 2025.

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.