Port Orford is the oldest town on the Oregon Coast and the most westerly in the contiguous United States. Steeped in history and natural wonders, this is a classic coastal town.
Anchored by its active harbor, Port Orford sees its fishing fleet of 30 boats lowered into the water by crane every morning. You can set out after them, going windsurfing, boating, or sea kayaking in the Pacific. Scuba diving nearby coves and shipwrecks is also popular, in waters offering high visibility. The town is artsy and eclectic, boasting top-notch galleries, shops, and restaurants where the views are as good as the food. The Wild Rivers Coast Scenic Bikeway is a stunning cycling route in Oregon, showcasing the rugged beauty of the state's southern coastline. This 61-mile loop starts and ends in Port Orford, taking riders through a mix of coastal highways, quiet backroads, and scenic river valleys.
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South Coast
Port Orford Fishing Charters
Port Orford Fishing Charters is Port Orford’s only resident guide service focused primarily on fishing. Captain Andrew comes from a family with deep roots in the professional sport fishing and tackle manufacturing industries. Captain Andrew has over 30 years of...
Port Orford, OR
(541) 294-1249
Email us (Info[at]portorfordfishingcharters[dot]com)
South Coast
Coastal Swag
Located on Highway 101 in Port Orford, Coastal Swag has plenty of unique and useful things.
1717 Oregon StreetPort Orford, OR
541-366-2282
South Coast
Buffington Memorial Park
Buffington Park has something for everyone. It has a basketball court, nature trail, horse arena, horse shoe area, miniature golf course, a new disc golf course, benches, picnic tables, baseball field with handicapped accessible restrooms, a butterfly/hummingbird garden, a tennis...
Port Orford, ORSouth Coast
Pioneer Cemetery
Pioneer Cemetery is located within Cape Blanco State Park.
Cape Blanco RdSixes, OR
(541) 332-0521
Email us (Info[at]CapeBlancoHeritageSociety[dot]com)
South Coast
Tseriadun State Recreation Site
Tseriadun (pronounced serry-AH-dun) is popular with visitors stretching their legs on the miles-long beach, agate collectors (there's a reason the community calls it Agate Beach) and photographers intent on capturing the perfect shots of offshore rocks and headlands. Long ago,...
Port Orford, OR800-551-6949
South Coast
South Coast Tours
Go fishing, wildlife viewing, on a guided hike – or just simply enjoy the experience of being on the waterways of the banana belt coast of Oregon. The south coast holds much of Oregon’s near shore reefs and some of...
Port Orford, OR
541-373-0487
Email us (dave[at]southcoasttours[dot]net)
South Coast
Elk River Fish Hatchery
The Elk River Fish Hatchery is located approximately 8 miles up the beautiful Elk River. The Hatchery was completed in 1971. It has 10 ponds and an intake. The Hatchery raises steelhead and Chinook salmon. The Chinook salmon are released...
95163 Elk River RoadPort Orford, OR
(541) 332-7025
Email us (odfw[dot]info[at]state[dot]or[dot]us)
South Coast
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 RoadPort Orford, OR
541-332-7121
Email us (p[dot]cox[at]portofportorford[dot]org)
South Coast
Peters Cranberries
A family-owned farm growing cranberries on the southern Oregon coast, Peters Cranberries farms its own bogs as well as buys, cleans and markets their cranberries for local growers. Stop by the farm stand on your next visit to Sixes.
93030 Airport RoadSixes, OR
541-348-2276
Email us (peterscranberries[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
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, ORSouth Coast
Port Orford Lifeboat Station Museum
Visit the museum in the former barracks/office building. Four other historic buildings also remain at this 101.29-acre site. This is the only Forge River-type station left on the West Coast.The museum is free and open April through October each year....
92331 Coast Guard Hill RdPort Orford, OR
541-332-0521
South Coast
Nicki’s Knick-Knacks
Nicki’s Knick-Knacks showcases local artisans work, Port Orford souvenirs, fresh eggs and more.
1325 Oregon StreetPort Orford, OR
541-903-1033
Email us (namermansmith81[at]gmail[dot]com)
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Oregon’s Wild Rivers Coast
Gold Beach, OR Mail: Suite 122
Gold Beach, OR
541-247-3222
