There's more to the Coast than the Coast

Home to towns that are adventures unto themselves, full of local art, fresh halibut off the docks and interesting people to meet. Scroll down and dig in!

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Home to towns that are adventures unto themselves, full of local art, fresh halibut off the docks and interesting people to meet. Scroll down and dig in!

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

A Night Away at Winchester Bay

The Oregon Coast is renowned for its unique attractions: sand dunes, storied fishing and majestic lighthouses that still keep watch over the scenic shore. But even on Oregon’s one-of-a-kind coast, one place truly sticks out. It is a place with one of the tallest and most expansive sand dunes around. A place with renowned fishing for salmon, tuna, halibut, crab, clams and more. Home to a one-of-a-kind historic lighthouse unlike any other on the coast.

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King Tides on the South Coast

Every winter the Southern Oregon Coast is treated to king tides, a term used to describe the highest tides of the year. During this annual event — which will occur December 13-15, 2024; January 11-13, 2025; and again in November and December — ocean levels rise dramatically, resulting in magnificent waters that can be a wonder to behold, but only from a safe distance. Here’s what you need to know about experiencing king tides (and their counterpart, minus tides) on the South Coast.

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7 Reasons to Visit the Southern Oregon Coast This Winter

Discover the Serene Magic of a Southern Oregon Coastal Winter The coast conjures up images of sunny days with blue skies and warm sand between your toes. But here’s a fun twist–the Southern Oregon Coast boasts a wonderfully mild coastal...

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See the Dunes that inspired “Dune” on the Southern Oregon Coast

by Andrew Dickson (updated October 2024) There are so many reasons to visit the Southern Oregon Coast but the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is at the top of any shortlist. It’s one of the largest dunes in the world,...

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Three Amazing Art Galleries on the South Coast

Whether you appreciate art or are an artist yourself, you’ll love Curry County, the southernmost section of the Oregon Coast. This South Coast stretch encompasses some of the most beautiful landscapes in the state and has long drawn creative souls inspired by nature. Not only is it a fantastic place to create art, but it’s also full of galleries showcasing works by artists from Curry County and across the Pacific Northwest. Here are three amazing galleries you won’t want to miss.

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Guide to Mushroom Foraging on the South Coast

Lush temperate rainforests, sandy dunes and the misty, mountainous terrain of the Coast Range have long beckoned mushroom hunters to the Southern Oregon Coast — especially in the fall, when seasonal rains coax a wide variety of edible mushrooms through forest-floor duff.

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Events on the South Coast

Oct 11 - Dec 29, 2024

2024 Coos Art Museum Biennial

Coos Bay, OR
Nov 28 - Dec 31, 2024

2024 Annual Holiday Lights at Shore Acres State Park

Charleston, OR
Dec 25, 2024

Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market

Coos Bay, OR

Featured Spots

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Gold Beach Visitors Center

Searching for the perfect get-away destination? Do you long to hike in untouched old growth forests or walk for miles on secluded beaches? Are you searching for a vacation spot with world-class salmon fishing, challenging mountain hiking and windsurfing? You’ll...

94080 Shirley Lane
Gold Beach, OR

541-247-7526

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The Christmas Shoppe

A small store with a great selection of holiday gifts and and mementos of the beach.

29975 Harbor Way #102
Gold Beach, OR

541-247-2000

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Flowers By The Sea

At Flowers by the Sea, they work with their clients to find just the right way to express your thoughts, feelings, and message. The shop is locally owned and has been operating in the area since 1993. The staff is...

29730 Ellensburg Avenue
Gold Beach, OR

541-247-7673
Email us (flowersbytheseagoldbeach[at]gmail[dot]com)

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The Oregon Angler

The Umpqua River Loop is a stretch of the Umpqua River that is approximately 18 miles long. It is home to some of the best fishing opportunities you may find anywhere in the Northwest. The scenery is breathtaking and there...

Reedsport, OR

(541) 459-7922
Email us (toddhannah24[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Myrtle Glen Farm

Myrtle Glen Farm is a 27-acre organic farm nestled in the foothills of the southern Oregon coast range mountains. The farm includes lush pasture land with goats and alpacas, a 100 year-old conifer forest, and a clean and clear mountain...

99386 Middle Creek Road
Myrtle Point, OR

541-572-3295
Email us (myrtleglenfarm[dot]oregon[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Coquille Myrtle Grove State Natural Site

Coquille Myrtle Grove will bring out the Huckleberry Finn in you. Located along the Powers Highway, this secluded swimming hole has a shaded myrtlewood grove near the parking area and a sandy beach along the Coquille River just a short...

Powers, OR

800-551-6949

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Chetco Community Public Library

Community public library in Brookings, OR.

405 Alder Street
Brookings, OR

(541)469-7738

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Blue Sky Bike Shop

Bicycle sales and service, rentals, and apparel/accessories. Your Local Bike Shop We proudly serve all types of cyclists, including new and veteran riders, road and mountain aficionados, and recreation and transportation cyclists. Whether you prefer to shop on our website...

235 N Broadway
Coos Bay, OR

541-808-2646
Email us (info[at]blueskybikeshop[dot]com)

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Bluebill Trail

Bluebill Trail is the southern most trail in the Oregon Dunes circles the 60-acre dune lake. In the past 10 years, water levels in Bluebill Lake have varied. At times, it looks like a grassy meadow and at other times,...

North Bend, OR
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North Bend Lanes

Bowling is a great way to relax, socialize and burn off some steam. When you’re visiting Oregon’s Adventure Coast, try and work in a few frames. Offering cosmic bowling, automatic scoring, bumper bowling, full service restaurant, video games, video poker,...

1225 Virginia Ave
North Bend, OR

541-756-0571
Email us (mark[at]northbendlanes[dot]com)

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Big Dans Guide Service

PO Box 1426
Winchester Bay, OR

(503) 930-4054
Email us (pryor503[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Holland’s Shooters Supply

Holland’s Shooters Supply guarantees that its precision work will be the absolute best that your money can buy! No other service offers more than they do, and they never rush a job just to "get it done". Open Monday through...

711 H Avenue
Powers, OR

(541)439-5155

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