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
Things to do in Oregon Coast, Oregon Coast: The Best Lighthouses
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. Lightship Columbia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 185 reviews
A former floating lighthouse now decommissioned.
Reviewed By drdroad
The lightship Columbia and a Coast Guard cutter are typically docked next to the Museum. Hold on to your little ones!
2. Yaquina Bay Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,210 reviews
Nineteenth-century lighthouse is one of a few on the Pacific coast that was built with the light-keeper's quarters in the same building.
Reviewed By JimHNewport_Oregon - Port Ludlow, United States
The best educational lighthouse on the Oregon coast....Bring the kiddos...they'll learn a bunch....and you'll be surprised at how well this is presented...the "man-made" tide pools a bit of a disappointment....an example of why you should not try to duplicate Mother Nature>
3. Heceta Head Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,231 reviews
Beautiful and remote lighthouse.
Reviewed By ColleenC974
My husband and I were in Oregon in early September, and after a long day of traveling down the coast, this was our last stop for the day. We arrived not too long before sunset. Although we missed all of the tours, etc, we were treated to the most beautiful sunset, followed by watching the lighthouse lamp light up and start its sentry for the night. The lighthouse is so beautifully maintained, and the whole park (the lighthouse, the keeper's house - now a bed and breakfast, the path, the beach, even the big bridge close by) were amazing. This was hands down one of my favorite stops during our time in Oregon. I am a huge history buff, so I was sad to miss the personal history lessons that come with docents and staff members, but the sunset and to see the lighthouse light up so close and personal was absolutely worth it!
4. Cape Blanco Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 284 reviews
Reviewed By PH113
How about a lighthouse on a wet, gusty, foggy day?! We were only going to take a picture and get back in the car, but the woman in the shop urged us to walk up to the lighthouse and take the tour - so glad we did! The volunteer tour guides were so enthusiastic and knowledgeable - and the views from up in the tower were just amazing!
5. Coquille River Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 374 reviews
Reviewed By Lainers60 - Paradise, United States
Have to go to the light house.Another wonderful place of history to visit in Bandon.Staff there is very informative of the light house history. Very friendly staff and a nice gift shop too.
6. Umpqua River Lighthouse, Museum,and Gift shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 199 reviews
Coastal visitors center with Museum, Lighthouse with Tours, Coffee & Snack Bar, Art Gallery, and Gift Shop open 7 days a week. 9-7 March-October and 10-5 November-February.
Reviewed By grousebutte - Reedsport, United States
Seeing the Lighthouse Lens up close and personal is fascinating! Informative Tour Guides, Really Well Done Museum, Excellent Clam Chowder Bread Bowls, Fun Gift Shop, Unique Art Gallery, and beautiful ocean views. Truly a "find" along the Coast!
7. Cape Meares Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 815 reviews
Reviewed By Cruzingal2 - Vancouver, United States
Ample parking places just a short walk to view the famous Octopus Tree then heading down another trail leading to the ocean you’ll encounter the light house there’s pull outs along the trail to capture the views from both side of the point grounds are kept up with clean bathrooms.
8. Cape Arago Lighthouse
9. Tillamook Rock Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By HaveWingsWillTravel - Wilsonville, United States
I got a real surprise when I brought my binoculars to the beach this time.. Right between Haystack and some other rock I spotted the Tillamook Head Lighthouse. I never knew it was there.. Too bad I don't own a helicopter.. What a fascinating site!
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