There's more to the Coast than the Coast

Chasing Stone Giants The Southern Oregon Coast is lined with striking sea stacks that form a scenic trail along the shore. Wind, waves, and the hands of time have each etched their mark on these ancient stone giants. As you...

With its fog-filled harbors and misty evergreen forests, Port Orford is already an eerie backdrop for Halloween. In recent years, the whole community has gotten in on the haunted fun, turning its streets, shops and shoreline into the ideal setting for a spooky-season getaway.

The Southern Oregon Coast is the perfect place for birders to pursue their passion. It’s home to dozens of bird species. Although any time of year is a good time to bird-watch on the Coast, fall and winter provide visitors with plenty of raptors, ducks, seabirds and songbirds to admire as they spend the cold months along the ocean before migrating north to breed. Here are a few standout suggestions for places to visit with a pair of binoculars and a field guide.

Your Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide The Southern Oregon Coast is a boutique shopper’s dream. Here, you’ll discover a charming collection of independently owned shops, each one a true reflection of its owner’s passion and personality. Every item is handpicked for...

When the summer crowds head home, the Southern Oregon Coast turns golden. Enjoy warm, unhurried days spent hiking dramatic headlands, paddling calm waters, fishing for fall salmon, and savoring fresh dockside seafood. Plan your fall road trip and discover the South Coast at its finest.

These days it’s hard to find a town that truly feels off-the-beaten path, but for a taste of life in one of Oregon’s most remote communities, head to Agness. Located 35 miles inland from Gold Beach at the confluence of the Wild & Scenic Illinois and the Lower Rogue rivers, Agness is deep in the heart of the Rogue River-Siskyou National Forest and the Wild Rogue Wilderness. It’s an unmatched destination for hiking, camping, fishing or simply admiring the stunning landscape. Whether you take a leisurely, scenic drive from the Coast or a bracing jet boat up the Rogue to get there, you’ll find Agness more than worthy of a visit. Here’s what to know as you plan your trip.