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Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Central Coast

White Wolf Sanctuary

Founded in 1999, White Wolf Sanctuary’s mission is to preserve and protect wolves, promote the recovery of wolf populations where appropriate and encourage conservation through education of all wildlife and the role it plays in the natural world. White Wolf Sanctuary is...

10095 E Alsea Hwy
Tidewater, OR

541-528-3588
Email us (whitewolfsanctuary[at]gmail[dot]com)

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North Coast

Hazen’s Guide Service

When was the last time you took your favorite people out fishing? Cherish the memories made while fishing on the rivers and bays of the Astoria, Tillamook, and St. Helens areas with your boat captain, Mike Hazen.  Because salmon, steelhead...

Astoria, OR

503-440-1354
Email us (gofishwithmike[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Central Coast

South Jetty Beach

South Jetty area provides day use access to the beach and dunes, with separate areas for off-highway vehicle (OHV) use and non-motorized use. Walkers and hikers can enjoy miles of open beach and explore dune formations above the Siltcoos River.

Sand Dunes Rd
Florence, OR
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South Coast

Wild Mare Horse Camp

Overview Wild Mare Horse Campground is located along the central Oregon coast, 22 miles south of the town of Reedsport, and 2 miles north of Coos Bay. Horse campers come here to explore the Wild Mare Horse Trail and take...

North Bend, OR

541-271-6000

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Central Coast

Starker Forests Guided Bus Tour

Guided bus tour every Wednesday, June thru September. You’ll see and learn about the practice of good forestry in Oregon. You will also discover a variety of plants and trees found in the Pacific Northwest. Call for reservations.

Blodgett, OR

541-757-1544
Email us (info[at]visitcorvallis[dot]com)

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Central Coast

Florence Area Chamber of Commerce

Florence Area Chamber of Commerce is right on Highway 101 in Florence on the Oregon Coast. Services include a staffed visitors information center, driving guides, maps, lodging, restaurant and attraction brochures, and other travel-related information provided by friendly, knowledgeable greeters.

290 Hwy 101
Florence, OR

541-997-3128
Email us (info[at]florencechamber[dot]com)

Travel Stories

Celebrating Pride on the Oregon Coast

On the Oregon Coast, we’re committed to welcoming all, and that includes celebrating LGBTQ+ visitors and residents during Pride month and all year round.  “Here on the coast, Pride isn’t just a parade or a party—it’s a commitment,” says Scott...
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Plan your perfect Independence Day on the Oregon Coast

Every July 4, Oregon Coast main streets are lined with paradegoers, fireworks displays light up the night sky, and in between folks enjoy the holiday together on the Coast’s trails, downtowns, and beaches.  Whether you want to watch a parade...
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How to Keep the Oregon Coast Beautiful

Public beach access means that protection is the responsibility of all of us. Give back and help keep the majestic beaches, forests and marine ecosystems clean on the People’s Coast by spending a few hours volunteering on your next vacation. Joining a beach cleanup or removing logs from old-growth hiking trails are two great ways to meet residents and make an impact that will be paid forward for generations. Here are even more fun and rewarding opportunities for you to make a difference on the Oregon Coast.
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Travel Stories

Making Culture on the Oregon Coast

The Oregon Coast is a great place for the arts, not only because of its inspiring natural beauty, but also because of its many residents who are doing their part to infuse the region with creativity. Just ask fashion designer Becky Tonkin, cultural center director Niki Price and artist-curator Spencer Reynolds, three residents who are helping make the Coast a more culturally rich place.
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Paddle and Camp Getaways on the Oregon Coast

Up and down the Oregon Coast, quiet lakes and slow-moving rivers open up a world of adventure to paddlers of all stripes. You never know when you might see Roosevelt Elk grazing on the shore near Tillamook, ospreys hunting for fish in Lincoln City or the occasional black bear trundling through old-growth forests along the Rogue River.
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Guided Adventures on the Oregon Coast

When it comes to your Oregon Coast getaway, fun and relaxation top the itinerary. So why not get both by booking a guided adventure on your next trip? It’s a great way to try something new while letting someone else handle logistics and safety, or learn more about your favorite activities with a knowledgeable expert enriching your experience. You’ll not only learn more during your excursion, you will also be able to seek out off-the-beaten-path recommendations for your destination. Here are some new and classic guided adventures for your next visit to the Coast.
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Events on the Oregon Coast

June 11, 2025

Coos Bay Farmers Market

320 Central Avenue
Coos Bay, OR
June 11, 2025

Wednesday Group Run – South Coast Running Club

270 2nd Street
Coos Bay, OR
June 13, 2025 - July 27, 2025

Exhibit: Kelp & Tidepools of the Pacific Northwest (Becky Miller)

777 NW Beach Drive
Newport, OR
June 14, 2025

Coos Art Museum Workshop – Linotype Printmaking

187 Central Avenue
Coos Bay, OR

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