Location: Brookings
Top Things to do in Brookings
Top 10 Things to do in Brookings, United States
Brookings is a city in Curry County, Oregon, United States. It was named after John E. Brookings, president of the Brookings Lumber and Box Company, which founded the city in 1908. As of the 2010 census the population was 6,336.
Restaurants in Brookings
1. Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor
Overall Ratings
5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Bkrause2
Boardman state park is not on state park but a string of parks and wayside rests that covers most of the 30 miles of undeveloped coast between Brookings, Oregon and Gold Beach Oregon. Plenty of free camping opportunities and always spectacular scenery no matter what time of year. This is definitely one of the most scenic area on the whole Pacific Coast. A must see.
2. Harris Beach State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 511 reviews
A year-round state park with spectacular monoliths.
Reviewed By ChitchatCanada - Canada
We made a stop here on our drive exploring the Oregon Coast and it was such a wonderful area. The views of the coast here are so scenic, and if you have the time make the walk down to the beach. It is a well established, paved ~0.5 mile trail down to the beach and it is so beautiful and picturesque once you get down there....naturally it is a more difficult walk to get back up to the parking lot but it is so worthwhile.
3. Lone Ranch Beach
Overall Ratings
5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By Deanna D - Crescent City, California
My husband and I spent an hour here yesterday on our anniversary. The view is just gorgeous. It's a great beach to walk on and you can have a picnic there as well. We saw plenty of wild life while there and people all around were smiling.
4. Azalea Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Restored by the city of Brookings, this park boasts 1,100 azaleas and some rhododendrons.
Reviewed By abearfellow
Ok, so they get three points because it is a volunteer supported park and volunteers can't solve all problems. nice walking paths, nice flora, absolutely no signage to let you know what you are seeing. we came, based on some write up somewhere, that they prided themselves on saving azaleas from historic times. it would have been nice - and simple, even if one was a volunteer, to put some signs out to indicate what the plants were. They managed to put out signs for the frisbee golf course. I'd give this a two rating except they probably try hard. They have blown a great opportunity. Not recommended unless you need a stretch on a road trip
5. Alfred A Loeb State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By GhiaGirl - Clarkdale, Arizona
Because of its perfect location along the Chetco River we were hoping to get a campsite here and luckily we did. Their few camping cabins can be pre-reserved but campsites were first come/first served. Rolling into the park mid-morning, mid-week we had a few open spots to choose from. We loved it so much we ended up staying for 4 nights, in site 27 right at the edge of the park overlooking the Chetco River. Our site was large, with two big, sweet-smelling myrtles delineating us from the adjacent campsite. There was a short, rugged trail down from our site to the river and as we'd brought rafts and inflatable kayaks we spent much of our time down on the water with our dogs.
The bathrooms were decent, and the showers fine, though often there was a line for both.
The park is in a great location, out of town, about 8 miles up the Chetco River from the coast and the city Brookings. Great shade, great river access, spacious sites, electricity and water at each space. You can use either cash, check or credit card info in your payment envelope when you self check-in after selecting a site. Further up the road are trail access points, and assorted gravel bar primitive camping, day-use areas.
The park staff, all mostly retired folks/ camp hosts were friendly and helpful. The camping cabins looked so cool-- I'd love to rent one sometime but they were booked solid during our visit. Maybe in the future.
My only complaint would be the noise from kids shouting/shrieking-- especially over the Friday and Saturday dates we were there. It seemed their parents let them run loose within the safety of the park, while they stayed back at their campsites chatting and drinking adult beverages. Packs of children on bikes, skates and somewhat noisy small-wheeled scooters did endless loops of the inner park road around the campground...but what freaked us out was the kids shrieking in the river. "Is that girl drowning? Should we rescue her?" Parents can tune that stuff out I guess, but it was cause for concern for us.
My husband's quote: "You know that guy who lived with the bears in Alaska for a while [Timothy Treadwell], and everything was fine? Until one day the bears ate him? Well, I feel like that, except instead of bears, children."
Overall, many wonderful memories and lots of love for Alfred A Loeb State Park, and the protected myrtle grove it sits in. The myrtle leaves have a sweet bay laurel type scent, plus we enjoyed snacking on black berries growing right next to our campsite. The river is clear and beautiful. I got a fishing license one day (able to be purchased at the nice Riverside Market/kayak rental shop down the road a few miles) but didn't catch anything.
Also, speaking of Riverside Market - the owner, Josh is a great guy, and does kayak rentals/shuttle and guided Chetco River adventures.
6. Chetco Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Small Town Brewing, World Class Beer Bring your favorite take out or order in Good dogs welcome!
Reviewed By 2x2WineTasters - Federal Way, WA
Stopped in for a beer after a long drive and we were glad we did. The beers were very good and being an IPA drinker I enjoyed all of their IPA options. I really liked the Mike Roe Brew while my wife enjoyed the Hop...MoreThanks for stopping in on your travels and for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed our beers and we look forward to seeing you again! Cheers!
7. Chetco Point Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By davontheroad - Lakewood, Colorado
Point hidden at parking lot by municipal water treatment plant,
but short walk leads to an easy to get to "beach" thick with
driftwood--just happened to be what I was looking for. Saw a
nice sunset (partial) from here & some decent sized waves breaking on the numerous rocks. Did not have time to do the
trail to the end of the point--am sure views from up there are
impressive
8. Crissey Field State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Howard P - Charleston, South Carolina
This visitor center is the first over the border in Oregon. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Many brochures for whatever you are looking for. The center is a good walk from the parking area up steps but there are handicap ramps. Sitting on the coast there is a good view of the breakers, The state park offers camping and hiking. Hope this helps.
9. Brandy Peak Distillery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By IdahoGourmand - Boise, Idaho
This place was one of our favorite stops. Really friendly people to show you the process, and the tasting process was a blast. We learned a lot, too. We could have stayed all afternoon! Brandy Peak makes a really good product: we loaded up on both the natural and aged pear brandies, plus the show-stopping blackberry liqueurs, for both ourselves and as presents (let's face it, we may end up drinking the presents, too). The distillery is up quite a ways on the mountain, so do allow some time if you're planning a busy itinerary.
10. McVay Rock State Recreation Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Pattylonzo8 - Los Angeles
This was my first visit to Brookings beach area... My husband and I was taking our dog to the dogs's park ....and realized that there were people down in the beach... the trial is kind of hiden to go down but is amazing down there.... waking and finding so many kind of things rocks peaces of wood...the view is amazing, very recommended to relax but take a water prof shoes and be ready to explore!!!!!
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