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

Movies Filmed on the Southern Oregon Coast

Grab the popcorn and settle in to enjoy some breathtaking landscapes and evocative views. Oregon frequently serves as a popular setting for films, with classics like “The Goonies” and “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” immediately springing to mind. Yet,...

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Family-Friendly Fun in Coquille

Surrounded by picturesque farmland and wooded hills, Coquille is a quaint inland community on the banks of the Coquille River just 20 miles from Bandon and the Coast. It is brimming with homespun charm and small-town adventures for the whole family. Family skate nights, miles of bike trails and easy access to the beach are just a few reasons to visit this friendly South Coast hamlet.

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Accessibility on the South Coast

Thanks to new adaptive features, the jaw-dropping vistas, uncrowded beaches and quiet lakes of Oregon’s Southern Coast are becoming even more welcoming to visitors. In recent years, improvements like free rental beach wheelchairs and accessible kayak launches have made stunning outdoor experiences possible for more people. Here’s how to plan a great trip to the South Coast your whole crew can enjoy.

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7 Great Stops for Fish and Chips on the Southern Oregon Coast

A heaping basket of perfectly fried pieces of light, flaky fish with a side of crunchy fries or fresh coleslaw? Yes, please. It tastes even better with waterfront views and knowing your order supports local fishing families on the Southern Oregon Coast. On your next trip, try some of these seven spots, each offering a classic coastal experience. Ask what’s fresh that day and you might even get a story about where and how the fish was caught.

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Celebrate 150 Years of Coos Bay’s Vibrant Heritage at a Summer-Long Birthday Extravaganza

On Oregon’s Adventure Coast — Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston — a verdant, forest-covered land meets the bay, river and sea. It’s a place where you can immerse yourself in nature and wildlife, feel the adrenaline surge as you cruise down a mountain bike trail, chill out while paddling peaceful waterways or tap into culture, arts and athletics. And this year, it’s also where you can celebrate 150 years of Coos Bay history with a summer packed full of parties, history lessons and other fun events. You’ll also have plenty of chances to commemorate regional icons and community institutions. Here’s a look at the festive events happening across Oregon’s Adventure Coast this summer.

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Family-Friendly Things to Do on the Southern Oregon Coast

Discover Out-of-the-Ordinary Adventures, Tailored to Your Child’s Distinctive Taste Visitors flock to the Southern Oregon Coast for its scenic drives, ocean adventures, and beach fun—classic coastal living. But dig deeper, and you’ll uncover a treasure trove of unconventional attractions, perfect...

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Events on the South Coast

Sep 20 - Oct 31, 2024

Mahaffy Ranch Pumpkin Patch

Coos Bay, OR
Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2024

Oktoberfest at the Back Alley Pub & Grill

North Bend, OR
Oct 3, 2024

Thursday Group Run – South Coast Running Club

Coos Bay, OR

Featured Spots

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Charleston Information Center

Charleston Information Center welcomes you to Oregon’s Adventure Coast, where the land meets the bay and the sea, opening up an abundance of possibilities. You’re invites to explore, to discover, to feel, to know…at land’s end, adventure begins. On Oregon’s...

91141 Cape Arago Hwy
Charleston, OR

541-888-2311

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BTR Outdoor Adventures

PO Box 5508
Charleston, OR

(541) 888-3474
Email us (basin_tackle[at]yahoo[dot]com)

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Coquille Indian Tribe

Ancestors of the Coquille Indian Tribe flourished in Southwestern Oregon for thousands of years, roaming a homeland that stretched across more than 1 million acres.  Uprooted and nearly erased in the 19th century, the Coquille people clung to their tribal...

Coos Bay, OR
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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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Thrifty Sisters

Thrifty Sisters offers a hand curated selection of quality used clothing and accessories. You will always find a like it, love it, or gotta have it find at Thrifty Sisters.

1611 Virginia Avenue
North Bend, OR

541-808-9043

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Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor

This corridor is a 12-mile, forested linear park with a rugged, steep coastline interrupted by small sand beaches. This park was named in honor of Samuel H. Boardman, the first Oregon Parks superintendent. He and others of his generation felt...

Brookings, OR

800-551-6949

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Raincoast Arts

Raincoast Arts is a gallery specializing in the work of regional artisans in all fields. The gallery opened in July of 1991.The owners, Carol Waxham and Thomas Medlin, are both artist themselves. Carol works in fiber and Thomas is a...

48358 US-101
Langlois, OR

541-348-9992

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Wild Rogue Wilderness

The United States Congress designated Oregon’s Wild Rogue Wilderness in 1978 and it now has a total of 35,806 acres—approximately 27,111 are U.S. Forest Service lands and 8,600 are Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands. The legislation assigned the U.S....

Agness, OR

541-247-3600
Email us (BLM_OR_MD_Mail[at]blm[dot]gov)

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Umpqua Beach #3 Day Use and OHV Staging Area

Located south of Winchester Bay, OR, this area is home to the tallest sand dunes in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Umpqua Beach #3 Day Use and OHV Staging Area provides parking and access for pedestrian beach access as...

Winchester Bay, OR
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Liberty Theatre

Home of the Little Theatre on the Bay – famed for their Little Ole Opry performances – you won’t want to miss any of the musicals at this charming, renovated 1924 theatre.

2100 Sherman Ave.
North Bend, OR

541-756-4336
Email us (webmaster[at]thelibertytheatre[dot]org)

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Hazel M Lewis Memorial Library

The Hazel M. Lewis Library was established in 1935.

511 3rd Avenue
Powers, OR

541-439-5311

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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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