Location: Gleneden Beach
Top Things to do in Gleneden Beach
The 10 Best Things to Do in Gleneden Beach, United States
Gleneden Beach /ɡlɛnˈiːdɪn/ is an unincorporated community in Lincoln County, Oregon, United States. It is located on the Oregon Coast five miles south of Lincoln City, just south of the Salishan Spa and Golf Resort, along U.S. Route 101.
Restaurants in Gleneden Beach
1. Otter Crest Loop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
Fortunately we were staying in the area two days, as on a foggy day you won't see a thing. The second day was bright and sunny, so we drove the Loop and marveled at all the truly beautiful panoramic views of the sea and coastline. Wonderful area for some great photos, especially from the 500' high cliffs. Although I'd pay to visit, it's all free. It would be a shame to miss it.
2. Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio
Overall Ratings
5 based on 382 reviews
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
Very interesting to watch. The attached gallery with glass for sale has something for every taste and budget. Well worth stopping for a quality memento or to purchase a special gift. They do custom work as well. Be sure to look up at the stunning hanging lights. Plenty of parking behind the free studio.
3. Gleneden Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By jwh2008 - oregon
Nice sandy beach for walking or playing. Water was old as spring time. Beach not overly crowded and pleasant. Watch the seals near shore or the whales migrating north.
4. Salishan Lodge and Golf Resort Spa
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Awsumer - Beaverton, Oregon
We had a great time and our room was very cute. It was pet friendly, which was great. The only thing is the restaurants were not that great, had almost the same thing as far as food selection in each.
5. Whale Research EcoExcursions
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By Kyle H
This was our second trip it was foggy out but within 10 min saw a whale come within 20 ft of our boat the wife and love whale watching on the zodiac boats !!!! and will do it every chance we can get.
6. Prehistoric
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
Prehistoric specializes in the worlds finest fossils, minerals, and meteorites.. Come face to face with our animatronic baby trex as it comes to life. Break your own geode machine and a large kids educational toy area. Price ranges from 1 dollar to millions of dollars. We have spared no expense to offer an experience that is so totally different from your normal rock shop. All of our pocket stones are hand polished to give a higher polish and more natural shape. Our fossils are all originals from all over the world. Many clients stumble with what to call this wonderful place... Store, Gallery, Museum.. Well it is all of those things and more. Prehistoric also takes great pride in offering free classes and donations to schools all over the country. We have in our first 4 months of business reached over 500 students and children. We are very proud to be a part of this community..
Reviewed By Dave R - Burbank, Washington
Our stop at Prehistoric was sort of a impulse stop, one of those lets's stop and see what they have kind of stop. They do have an interesting collection of items for sale and if you're in the market for stones or fossils, then a stop here might be worthwhile. They do have an interesting thunder egg cracker/opener that opens thunder eggs that you purchase. It's a novel idea to be sure and if you're short on time and don't want to head up into the mountains to do your own thunder egg hunting, it could be a great way to experience the beauty of a thunder egg without the work of digging your own.
7. Mossy Creek Pottery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
HANDMADE IN THE NORTHWEST. Mossy Creek Pottery was founded in 1973 on six acres bordering the beautiful Siletz Bay Wildlife Refuge. Located just one scenic half-mile off U.S. Highway 101, the near century-old farmhouse is easily found as you travel on Immonen Road through a forest of spruce and hemlock. This hidden gem is home to the work of 40 Northwest artists. Inside you'll find a wide assortment of functional and decorative pottery in an array of glazes, representing the many and varied styles and techniques of our local and regional potters. Discover a little treasure for yourself or find a gift for someone special. There's something at Mossy Creek for every taste and any budget.
Reviewed By LKGates - Salem, Oregon
We have a little weekend beach house in Neskowin, and like to let our dog run on the beach at Fogarty Creek beach. Mossy Creek is right on the way, and my wife likes to drop in. We're probably there once a month. It is about a one minute drive off of highway 101 near Salishan Resort. It's well worth dropping in. It's a cute little gallery. They feature the works of several local potters, most of whom are quite talented. They have a nice variety of both styles, and categories. The offerings range from the usual coffee mugs and platters, to very artistic sushi plates, and matched pottery sets, to purely decorative pieces, both freestanding and wall hanging. We've purchased several pieces, both decorative and utilitarian, for our beach cottage. Even if we don't buy, it's pleasant and relaxing to just stop in a browse. The staff are unobtrusive, but very pleasant and helpful if needed. I'm a complete philistine, and even I enjoy the place.
8. Boiler Bay State Wayside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By DianeLambertson - Scurry, Texas
Boiler Bay has a wonderful view of the ocean and while we were there we were lucky enough to see a whale that looked like it was rolling on it's side, which was so awesome to see. Make sure that you bring your binoculars to watch for the whales and also your cameras
We spent about 20 minutes watching the ocean and looking for whales which we were told that there is a pod of whales that are staying around the Depoe Bay area.
9. Dockside Charters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
located on Depoe Bays waterfront right next to the boats just past the coastguard station. public restrooms and plenty of public parking,turn east at Depoe Bay 's only stop lite and follow bay street to the waterfront.
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
Hubby gets seasick, but I promised him we wouldn't be in real deep water. Oops! We went out farther than I expected since the whales were farther out that day. About 1/2 or more of the passengers were bending over buckets before it was over and hubby turned the oddest shade of green. (So THAT'S where the expression "heave ho" comes from.) My Viking blood kicked in and I loved every single second of it as we rolled from side to side and up and down on the 50' Tacklebuster. It was difficult to take photos of the whales, as I was holding on with both hands to stand upright, but this is an experience I won't forget. (Neither will my poor hubby.) Thanks Captain Turner!
10. Alderhouse Glass Blowers
Overall Ratings
5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Papafish92037 - La Jolla, California
This place is a bit off the beaten track but well worth the slight inconvenience of getting here. The glass blower/owner does his work within arms length and explains all the steps he is taking in detail. It was a marvelous experience. Needless to say we stocked up on some really unique blown glass products. It was worth the cost of admission, especially since it is FREE!!
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