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

From Azaleas to Pirates, Festivals Spell Fun on the Southern Oregon Coast

With built-in entertainment, local eats and a unique link to the area, a local festival can be the perfect centerpiece for your next getaway. In Curry County on Oregon’s South Coast, you’ll find festivals celebrating everything from pirates to fungi, plus colorful displays of floral bloom or literally millions of holiday lights. Here’s a rundown of the best festivals on the Southern Oregon Coast to add to your calendar.

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South Coast Kayaking 101

Along with the allure of the broad blue Pacific, water comes in many forms on the South Coast, from hidden coves and serene sloughs to wild rivers flowing through coastal forests. A nimble kayak gives you an immersive way to experience it all.

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Waterfall Hikes on the Southern Oregon Coast

Discover Trails to Nature’s Cascading Wonders Envision strolling through ancient forests, each turn unveiling another natural marvel. At the end of your stroll, imagine yourself at the foot of a glistening waterfall with the feel of mist on your face...

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Unique Lodgings on the Southern Oregon Coast

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...

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3 Spring Break Trips on the South Coast

Take the whole family on a trip this spring break along the rugged shorelines of Oregon's Southern Coast. Historic towns like Coos Bay, Gold Beach and Brookings are perfect base camps to settle in and explore. Take your time and discover why families love this corner of the state in the springtime. Here are some of our favorite uncrowded beaches, places to see migrating whales, and mile after mile of breathtaking dune and forest adventures.

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Getting Away in Winchester Bay

With one of the tallest sand dunes in Oregon, exceptional crabbing, a classic Oregon lighthouse and forested trails galore, Winchester Bay has all the ingredients for a memorable coastal escape.

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Events on the South Coast

Apr 1 - Aug 31, 2024

Circles in the Sand

Bandon, OR
Apr 17, 2024

Wind Down Wednesdays with Live Music

North Bend, OR
Apr 17, 2024

Group Run – Weekly Wednesday Evenings

Coos Bay, OR

Featured Spots

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Chetco Valley Historical Society Museum

The Chetco Valley Historical Society Museum is housed in the historic Blake House, built in 1857, and is listed as the oldest dwelling in the Chetco Valley. The Blake House was once a stagecoach stop and trading post built on...

15461 Museum Road
Brookings, OR

541-469-6651

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Rainbow Plaza Boat Launch

The Rainbow Plaza Boat Launch is located in downtown Reedsport 9 river miles from the mouth of the Umpqua River. The launch is recently-renovated and includes increased parking, upgraded launch and docks, restroom facilities, a boat wash, and a fish...

345 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR

541-271-3603
Email us (info[at]cityofreedsport[dot]org)

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Joe Whaley’s Guide Service

PO Box 7622
Brookings, OR

(541) 661-6555
Email us (joewhaley66[at]yahoo[dot]com)

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Manley Art Center Gallery

Manley Art Center Gallery showcases the work of local artists. Gallery proceeds are split between the artists and the center, which offers workshops and classes for kids and adults.

433 Oak Street
Brookings, OR

541-469-1807
Email us (pbaart[at]frontier[dot]com)

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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 Avenue
Brookings, OR

541-412-7575
Email us (info[at]redwoodtheater[dot]com)

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WinterRiver Books

WinterRiver Books is a grand gift and book shop independently owned for over 25 years and unlike any other.

170 2nd St SE
Bandon, OR

(541) 347-4111

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Wild Rivers Land Trust

With a mission to foster voluntary protection of our clean water, fish and wildlife habitat, working forests, farms and ranches, in partnership with landowners and communities through conservation, restoration, collaboration and education, Wild Rivers Land Trust is a community-based land trust...

832 Oregon St. (Hwy 101)
Port Orford, OR

(541)366-2130

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Historic Egyptian Theatre

The Egyptian Theatre, built in 1925, is located downtown at 229 South Broadway on the main street of the City of Coos Bay. Coos Bay is the largest city on the Oregon coast and the largest deep water port between...

229 S. Broadway
Coos Bay, OR

(541) 269-8650
Email us (541-269-8650)

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Azalea Park

Azalea park is a thirty-three acre park containing ancient native azaleas that were growing here when Lewis and Clark wintered on the Oregon Coast in 1805-06. Azalea Park offers active and passive recreational activities. It lies amongst several residential neighborhoods,...

Brookings, OR
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Coos History Museum & Maritime Collection

The Coos History Museum faces Coos Bay along Highway 101 frontage. With ever-changing exhibits, event and rental space, a unique museum shop and a developing bayfront plaza, this community built facility (550+ donors) opened new in 2015. Formerly known as...

1210 North Front Street
Coos Bay, OR

(541) 756-6320
Email us (info[at]cooshistory[dot]org)

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Moe’s Bike Shop

The largest bike shop on the Oregon coast. Located in the center of the best touring route in the United States, Moe’s Bike Shop is the premier biking hub of the Coastal Region. They carry a full line of Mountain...

North Bend, OR
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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, OR

800.551.6949

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