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

Top Southern Oregon Coast Brewpubs

After hiking sun-drenched dunes or between bundled-up walks on the beach, there’s nothing like a hearty meal and a handcrafted pint. These Southern Oregon Coast brewpubs feel instantly welcoming, thanks to friendly faces behind the taps and a show-up-as-you-are attitude. It doesn’t matter if you arrive windblown from a walk on the beach or fresh from a fishing boat. Settle in, catch a local band and play trivia, or just enjoy some great beer and even better company.

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10 Fun Things to Do With Kids in Curry County

Stretching from just north of Port Orford to Oregon’s southern border, Curry County is chock-full of fun for families. Picnicking on the beach, flying a kite or embarking on a prehistoric adventure are just a few of the many ways to make memories together on this slice of the South Coast.

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Whale Watching on the Southern Oregon Coast

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...

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Easy Winter Trails on Oregon’s South Coast

From easy lakeside strolls to boardwalk paths over saltwater marshes, the Southern Oregon Coast offers visitors a variety of beginner-friendly trails. Here are some great options for winter — or year-round — adventures for folks walking or using assistive devices.

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Crabbing and Fishing for the Whole Family in Bandon

Nothing brings a family closer together than making great memories — and your kids will never forget the first time they pluck a feisty Dungeness from the Pacific. Bandon is known for craggy sea stacks and crashing waves, but it’s also a great place to learn to crab and fish. Here’s how to plan your next family foraging trip to the South Coast.

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Holiday Lights on the Southern Oregon Coast

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...

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Events on the South Coast

Jan 11 - Feb 28, 2026

For the Love of Art…Three Local Women

Coos Bay, OR
Jan 15 - Feb 26, 2026

Historic Sites Around Us: Who’s on the Register?

Coos Bay, OR
Jan 23 - Feb 27, 2026

An Introduction to Ballroom Dancing

Coos Bay, OR

Featured Spots

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Steve’s ATV Rentals

Enjoy some of the best family fun in the North Bend area including the Oregon Dunes. Steve’s has over 150 ATVs to choose from. Rent and ride straight onto the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.

68512 Highway 101
North Bend, OR

541-751-1800
Email us (info[at]stevesatvrentals[dot]com)

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Umpqua River

The North Umpqua is one of the most beautiful rivers on the Pacific Northwest coast. Renowned for its excellent summer steelhead fly-fishing opportunities, it provides a unique challenge to anglers from all over the world. It also provides an exhilarating...

Winchester Bay, OR
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Estill Farms – Elkton

Founded in 2011, Estill Farms is a family owned and operated blueberry farm located in Oregon’s Umpqua Valley. Visit the farm for U-pick (June – August), pre-picked and frozen blueberries. The Elkton farm is USDA certified organic and Global GAP...

32527 Hwy 38
Elkton, OR

(541)836-7612
Email us (jcestill[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Early Fishing Inc

Quality salmon and steelhead fishing trips in the Southern Oregon region. Specializing in personalized service, fishing instruction and fun with over 30 years guiding experience. Comfortable Willie drift boats and power boats.

Brookings, OR

(541) 469-0525
Email us (garyearlyfishing[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Panther Ridge Trail

Panther Ridge Trail, located in the Wild Rogue Wilderness, offers 7.2 miles of hiking. Most of the trail follows Panther Ridge from Clay Hill to Buck Point. The trail has no water, so hikers should carry enough water along with...

Powers, OR
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Mario Arguilles

If you enjoy sport fishing with light tackle for trophy salmon and steelhead then come along with us for the trip of a lifetime. During the months of August, September, October, November, December and January the Klamath river is one...

18116 Rainbow Rock Rd
Brookings, OR

(805) 878-6061
Email us (mario[at]fishmario[dot]com)

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Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area

The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area beckons you to its warm and inviting sand dunes. Formed by the ancient forces of wind, water and time, these dunes are like no others in North America, and extend for 40 miles along...

Reedsport, OR

541-271-3611

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McVay Rock State Recreation Site

McVay is a well-hidden park noted for surf fishing, clamming, whale watching, and plenty of space to walk on the beach.  The large lawn area is great for blanket picnics and disc golf. The park is elevated above the ocean. ...

Brookings, OR

541-469-2021

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Washed Ashore Art to Save the Sea

This gallery shows the artwork of Angela Haseltine Pozzi, who creates large sculptures from recycled beach trash. The sculptures have gotten international attention, but they’re homegrown right in Bandon.

325 2nd Street SE
Bandon, OR

458-710-1186
Email us (info[at]washedashore[dot]org)

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Coquille Myrtle Grove – Heritage Tree

This grove of Oregon myrtle was protected by the Garden Club of Oregon through the "Save the Myrtlewood" campaign and given to the People of Oregon in 1949. The Garden Club started many conservation projects including "Don't Be a LitterBug!"...

Myrtle Point, OR
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Salmon King Lodge

We are different kind of fishing guide service. Yea, we are salmon junkies and, we really do believe the big tug is the drug. So, what makes us different? We provide a great outdoor experience AND catch fish. WE DON”T...

94888 Jerrys Flat Rd
Gold Beach, OR

(530) 941-2398
Email us (Bill[at]SalmonKingLodge[dot]com)

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