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

The Many Rocks of Bandon

A visit to Bandon on Oregon’s South Coast is not complete without taking some time to experience its sea stacks and beach rock formations. Like ships in the sea, these geological wonders appear to float across the ocean and sand, exciting the imagination of generations of beachgoers. And, in fact, many of Bandon’s rocks carry histories and stories to tell, from prehistoric geological processes to tribal legends. Here’s what to know about Bandon’s iconic rock formations and how to experience them for yourself.

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Live Music on Oregon’s South Coast

Summer is a great time to spend time on the Southern Oregon Coast for its glorious sunshine and outdoor fun. It’s also the season of music festivals and concerts, where you can listen to bluegrass in a boathouse or classical piano in a park. Here’s what you need to know to chill out with sweet sounds or jam out at a local pub in 2025.

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The Secret Windsport Paradise

Pack your sense of adventure and all your windsports gear to visit the best windy place no one knows about Tucked between rugged headlands and sweeping beaches, the Southern Oregon Coast is an underrated stretch of Pacific shoreline that delivers...

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Sustainable Art on the South Coast

From a giant tufted puffin to a whimsical jellyfish made of plastic pollution, you may have seen larger-than-life sculptures on the Oregon Coast Public Art Trail, a self-guided art route. We’ve got the inside scoop on the visionary environmental organizations that create these sea creatures and help raise awareness on Oregon’s South Coast. Here are a few of the trash-to-treasure sculptures you can encounter and more about the artists who make them.

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Take a Dog-Friendly Trip to Curry County

No family vacation is complete without the entire family — and for many, that means our four-legged companions. Fortunately, Fido will love sun-kissed patios, off-leash dog parks, pet-friendly overnight stays and other engaging sites on your next beach getaway to Curry County on the South Coast. Here’s a look at where to bring your pup in Curry County.

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Accessible Recreational Travel on the Southern Oregon Coast

Discover Travelable, Visitable & Accessible Adventures and Destinations Renowned for its scenic beauty, rugged coastline, and pristine beaches, the Southern Oregon Coast is a treasure trove of adventures waiting for you! And here’s the best part—it’s not just for the...

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Events on the South Coast

Jul 10 - Jul 12, 2025

Coos Art Museum – Kids Summer Art Camp

Coos Bay, OR
Jul 11 - Jul 14, 2025

Sunset Bay Stewardship Campout

Charleston, OR
Jul 12 - Jul 26, 2025

Annual Oregon Coast Music Festival

Coos Bay, OR

Featured Spots

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Dragonfly Farm & Nursery

Dragonfly Farm is owned and operated by a Mother-Daughter Duo, Pam and Jenine. They named it Dragonfly Farm because of what the Dragonfly symbolizes – transformation. The property is where Pam raised all of her kids, and it was once a...

49295 U.S. 101
Langlois, OR

541-844-5559
Email us (contact[at]dragonflyfarmlanglois[dot]com)

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Beauty and the Beast Antiques

Largest antique store in the area. Wide variety of wonderful treasures!

615 Virginia Ave
North Bend, OR

541-756-3670

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King Fishers Guide Service

Areas of operation: Chetco River, Brookings, Rogue River, Gold Beach, Elk River, Sixes River, and Port Orford. 

Brookings, OR

(541) 670-7980
Email us (SbrooksStelle[at]gmail[dot]com)

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The Sawdust Theater

On any given Saturday night (and some Sundays) in Coquille between Memorial Day and Labor Day, you can experience a trip down memory lane by attending the Sawdust Theatre. The performers refer to themselves as Sawdusters. Sawdusters, all volunteers, come...

120 N. Adams
Coquille, OR

(541)396-4563
Email us (sawdust[at]charter[dot]net)

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Myrtlewood Factory

View their vintage 1900 sawmill. The factory outlet showroom allows you to see most of the products that are shipped worldwide.

68794 Hauser Depot Rd
North Bend, OR

541-756-2220

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Jensen Blueberries

Jensen Blueberries is a family owned U-pick blueberry farm in a family setting. Utilizing organic practices since 1954 (and certified since 2001), Jensen Blueberries is open daily during high season.

46760 Hwy 101
Langlois, OR

541-348-2473
Email us (jensenblueberrieslanglois[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Gold Beach Guide Service

Gold Beach Guide Service is owned and operated by Gene Garner, a local professional with over 35 years of experience fishing rivers on the Southern Oregon coast. Depending on the time of year, Gold Beach Guide Service guides fishing trips...

27286 Eighty Acres Rd
Gold Beach, OR

(541) 290-1915
Email us (genegarnerguide[at]yahoo[dot]com)

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Art 101 Bandon

A joyful community gathering place for celebrating the arts. Amazing public art from repurposed materials and unique artful gifts in the gallery. The Polka Dot Thrift Shop and Artistic Resale offer inexpensive and beautiful second-hand items.

47134 Highway 101
Bandon, OR

415-847-1239
Email us (Info[at]ReUpit[dot]com)

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Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum

Inside the Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum you’ll find hundreds of documents, photographs, and artifacts that illustrate the story of the Umpqua River Lighthouse from its early existence as a Lifesaving Station to the U.S. Coast Guard station that sits on...

1020 Lighthouse Rd
Winchester Bay, OR

541-271-4631

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Sucker Creek Trail

The Sucker Creek Trail passes through timber and old mining areas. Points of interest include high mountain meadows with lots of wild flowers and Sucker Creek Shelter, a three-sided shake shelter that makes a good campsite. This trail can also...

Powers, OR
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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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The Smiling Frog Gallery & Boutique

The Smiling Frog Gallery & Boutique is a brick and mortar & 5-star online store located on the Oregon Coast. They offer fine art originals, art prints, local artisan products, luxury items, antiques, and vintage to new rarities.

1810 Virginia Ave.
North Bend, OR

541-808-0170
Email us (smilingfroggallery[at]gmail[dot]com)

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