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
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)
South Coast
Cook Gallery
Cook Gallery showcases the Northwest Craftsman style custom-crafted wood furniture by Port Orford’s Rick Cook.
705 Oregon StreetPort Orford, OR
(541) 332-0045
South Coast
Edson Creek
Located on the fork of Edson Creek and Sixes river, this site is a popular swimming and fishingdestination. The boat launch area provides accessto the river for small boats. There are four groupsites that provide a picnic and camp area...
Sixes, ORSouth Coast
Paradise Point State Recreation Site
A parking area with an expansive coastal vista stretching from Port Orford Heads to Orfords offshore reef and distant Cape Blanco and the lighthouse there. The beach is great for beachcombing; it's not unusual to find floats and agates here.
Port Orford, OR541-332-6774
South Coast
Port Orford Heads Hiking Trails
An easy hike with exhilarating scenery around the headlands. There are several small trails to choose from, leading around what seems to be the edge of the world. Looking onto the remnants of where the Coast Guard Lifeboats were launched,...
Port Orford, OR800.551.6949
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
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
Cape Blanco State Park
Cape Blanco is the most southern of Oregon’s lighthouses, and is the westernmost point in Oregon. Proposed in 1864, it was the first lighthouse in the state outfitted with a first-order Fresnel lens in 1870. The first-order lens was replaced...
Sixes, OR541-332-2973
South Coast
Hughes House
The Patrick and Jane Hughes house was built in 1898. This is a Queen-Anne Victorian style house and is now a museum. The museum is open from April to October and is full of the Hughes family history. Just down...
91816 Cape Blanco RoadSixes, OR
541-332-0248
Email us (Info[at]CapeBlancoHeritageSociety[dot]com)
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
Wild Woods Gypsy
Located on Oregon’s southern coast, Wild Woods Gypsy is Port Orford’s only raw milk micro dairy. Their farm stand is open year round on Saturdays and features local meat, farm fresh pastries and a variety of handcrafted products including jams,...
92584 Silver Butte RoadPort Orford, OR
541-253-6611
South 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)
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Gold Beach, OR
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