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

Brighten Winter Spirits at Shore Acres State Park

Ready to start a new holiday tradition? Every year, Holiday Lights at Shore Acres State Park brings the sparkle and cheer of the holiday season to a gorgeous garden setting on a cliff above the Pacific Ocean. Come experience the magic for yourself and see why this beloved display on Oregon’s Adventure Coast keeps visitors coming back year after year.

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Warm and Cozy Eateries with Fireplaces

After a brisk winter stroll on the beach nothing hits the spot like a roaring fire, especially if there’s something tasty to nibble or sip as you settle in for some quality time with family or friends. From cozy cafes to upscale dining, we’ve rounded up a list of inviting places to revive and refresh on Oregon’s South Coast.

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The Science and Safety of Storm Watching

Experience the Power and Beauty of Coastal Storms on the Southern Oregon Coast Coastal storms are truly fascinating! In winter, the Southern Oregon Coast becomes a magnet for visitors eager to witness the aggressive power of nature. The relentless forces...

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A Restorative Romantic Getaway in Bandon

Sometimes you have to get away from it all to get back to what matters. Hugging the rugged, rocky cape where the Coquille River meets the Pacific Ocean, Bandon on the Southern Oregon Coast is definitely off the beaten path — but not so far off you can’t enjoy award-winning locally made cheeses, craft brews or world-class golf. A perfect place, in other words, to disconnect from the daily grind for some quality time with the person you care about most.

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Art in Unexpected Places on the South Coast

While there’s no shortage of art galleries and museums on Oregon’s South Coast, many of the region’s finest works of art are out on display in public for all to see. Many of these works are found on the Oregon Coast Public Art Trail, a fantastic resource for finding public art across the region. From carvings to murals, here are a few spots on the South Coast where you’ll find art where you least expect it.

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Snow Peak Explores the Southern Oregon Coast

Heal and Restore Your Soul in the Great Outdoors Snow Peak, a cult outdoor brand rooted in the idea of gathering people together in the great outdoors, firmly believes time spent outside restores the human spirit. Embodying this philosophy, a...

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Events on the South Coast

Nov 15 - Apr 10, 2024

Bay Area Farmers & Artisans Market – Winter Market

Coos Bay, OR
Nov 23 - Dec 31, 2023

Holiday Lights at Shore Acres

Charleston, OR
Dec 9, 2023

Cooking Classes with Chef O’Neill

Coos Bay, OR

Featured Spots

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Eden Ridge Outfitters

Eden Ridge Outfitters invites you to hunt Oregon, where they will help you to experience the thrill, challenge, and adventure of an Oregon wilderness, professionally guided big game hunt. As an Oregon hunting outfitter they specialize in combination elk hunts,...

Myrtle Point, OR

541-290-2671
Email us (edenridgehunts[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Coastal Range Outfitter

Make memories that will last a lifetime memories made with Coastal Range Outfitter Booking with Coastal Range Outfitter ensures that you have a fantastic hunting and fishing adventure. Your experienced guide has many years of hunting and fishing experience. Everything is...

Bandon, OR

541-347-2782
Email us (danisstar97[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Jody Smith Guide Service

Jody Smith was born and raised in Elkton Oregon hunting and fishing along the banks of the Umpqua River. His lifetime of experience in the outdoors has helped him become one of the most recognizable outdoor guides in the industry.

Elkton, OR

(541) 643-6258
Email us (donnahhsmith[at]hotmail[dot]com)

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Powers Market

Located in the heart of Powers, Oregon Powers market has been family owned and operated since 1950. Stop by for all your shopping needs and don’t forget to try their famous pork sausage. Open daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

409 2nd Avenue
Powers, OR

541-439-2321
Email us (powers[dot]market[dot]inc[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Old Coos Bay Wagon Road

Of all the wagon roads that served Oregon’s earliest settlers, all but one are either abandoned or obliterated by modern highways — the Old Coos Bay Wagon Road (often called just "The Old Wagon Road"). Alone of Oregon’s earliest roads...

Myrtle Point, OR
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Brookings Fishing Charters

Brookings, Oregon, is home to the best king salmon fishing on the Oregon Coast and Brookings Fishing Charters has a well-earned reputation of being one of the premier charter boat companies in the Northwest targeting the hard-fighting, great-eating Chinook Salmon...

Brookings, OR

(541) 813-1082
Email us (wildriversfishing[at]yahoo[dot]com)

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Katrina Kathleen’s Home Decor & Gifts

Discover unique coastal collectibles and gifts at Katrina Kathleen’s Home Decor & Gifts located in downtown Coos Bay.

191 S. Broadway
Coos Bay, OR

(541)266-9973

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Lucky Me Charters

Captain Roy leads fishing charters from Winchester Bay Marina and Charleston Oregon for Tuna, Salmon, Snapper, Lingcod, Halibut and Crab in a 2020 Hews 270 with twin 200hp. Captain Roy uses all the latest electronics and fishing tackle including electric...

PO Box 1282
Winchester Bay, OR

541-948-3905
Email us (Roy[at]ykwc[dot]net)

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OrCoast Music

Antiques, musical instruments. Located in the historic Empire District.

787 Newmark
Coos Bay, OR

541-888-0394

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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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Iron Mountain Trail

Iron Mountain Trail (#3389) is a difficult 1.6 mile hike. Set aside for its botanical qualities, over 300 species of flowering plants share their beauty throughout the summer season. Trail users have a rare opportunity to see 18 different plant...

Powers, OR
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Jeremy Gravon’s Guide Service

Jeremy Gravon offers guided salmon, trout and steelhead fishing trips.

380 S 43rd Pl
OR

(541) 731-7448
Email us (gravonjeremy[at]gmail[dot]com)

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