Top Things to do in Oregon Coast
Top Hotels in Oregon Coast
- 1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seaside-Convention Center, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Hallmark Resort
- 3. Inn at Cannon Beach
- 4. Bandon Inn
- 5. The Whaler
- 6. Salishan Coastal Lodge
- 7. Best Western Salbasgeon Inn & Suites of Reedsport
- 8. Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel
- 9. Beachfront Manor Hotel
- 10. The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
The 6 Best Piers & Boardwalks in Oregon Coast, Oregon Coast
The Southern Oregon coast is home to isolated beaches, rugged cliffs with breathtaking views of the Pacific and quaint seaside towns. If you stay in the Bay Area, go whale watching at Coos Bay or explore the region on a bike or a hike along the coastline. Antique shoppers will want to explore old town Bandon while golfers hit the links at the world-renowned Bandon Dunes golf course. And don’t forget to bring your fishing gear – you’ll want to cast for salmon and other Pacific Northwest fish at Gold Beach, one of the region’s top fishing spots.
The Central Oregon Coast is a great place for fishing, clamming, hiking, golfing and other outdoor activities. Take the kids and visit the Sea Lion Caves near Florence, the world’s largest. Head up to Newport for a view of the state’s second-tallest lighthouse and shopping in this seaside town popular with vacationers for the last century. Go fly a kite on the beach in Lincoln City, kite capital of the world.
The Northern Oregon Coast offers a relaxing way to enjoy the region. A stay in the scenic town of Astoria on the Washington border will allow you to explore the western edge of the Lewis and Clark trail, with views of the Columbia River and the Pacific. Walk the sandy beaches in Seaside and Cannon Beach and then grab saltwater taffy and other treats while shopping these seaside towns.
Restaurants in Oregon Coast
1. Yachats coastline
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 804 reviews
Reviewed By R5216ESlindac - Grants Pass, United States
We keep coming back to Yachats for its wild coastline. You will find a lot of wild, rocky sections, sea stacks, peninsulas for whale watching, and places where the surf blasts up through a blow hole or a cauldron formed by water and rock. Keep your camera handy! Also, the beaches have plenty of agates and other small stones to find, moreso than sea shells. I always take along a bag for my agate treasures. There are tide pools to explore at low tide. And sometimes, a local from Yachats will draw a large maze or walking labyrinth in the low tide beach where the Yachats River empties into the sea. Access is from the south shore of the river. Along the viewpoints and the 804 trail, we've seen gray whales feeding close to shore in July and spouting as they migrate or feed at any time of year. A favorite trail is the Amanda Trail south of Yachats. Stop by the Cape Perpetua Interpretive Center or get a copy of Day Hikes - Oregon Coast by Bonnie Henderson to find this historic trail.
2. Newport's Historic Bayfront
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,441 reviews
Reviewed By kimjA8105DQ - Eddyville, United States
Lovely scenery, loads of good restaurants, seals, fishing boats, salt air, lots of shops and a boardwalk you can sit and watch the boats coming in and going and see the bridge which is an amazing view.
3. Garibaldi Boat Basin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By BertaJean73 - Foxhome, United States
What a great marina. The little store staff are so friendly. Unfortunately, guys wanting to get out on the water can be a bit rude...but aren't all sea-men salty?
4. Newport Bay Fishing Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By kimjA8105DQ - Eddyville, United States
Great shops and restaurants and views of the bridge and fishing boats. Mo's has great clam chowder. The boardwalk is nice to sit and drink your morning coffee.
5. Coos Bay Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
We had a nice walk on the Coosbay Boardwalk. We were walking on a wooden boardwalk. While we were walking we saw boats and long white wooden benches. We saw some statues as well and a historical content: On July 23, 1922, fire destroyed more than 25 buildings. I liked that walk with its view. Worthwhile to see!
6. Pier's End
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By kennethdN5710EI - Portland, United States
Recently restored and offers amazing views of the bay and town. Way better than the pier at the marina. The crabbing was also pretty decent and I pulled up four keeper Dungeness and a big Red Rock to boot. There are only about eight or so pull offs on the otherwise narrow pier and the place is popular, so get their early to stake out a spot.
