OREGON’S COASTAL COMMUNITIES

Oregon’s coastal communities are world renown for their beauty and variety of recreational and lifestyle opportunities. Located along the entire western coast of Oregon this area encompasses several counties and a broad geographic area that spans a 12- hour drive from top to bottom. Getting to the coastal region from Metropolitan Portland can be as close as a 1 ½ hour drive to Tillamook or Canon Beach or as long as 7+ hours to get to Brookings beach.

The coastal region is a vacation and residential paradise, it is made up of evergreen forests, picturesque coastal areas, rugged cliffs, sand dunes and vast sandy beaches all along the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway, US Highway 101 (which starts in California as the famous Pacific Coast Highway.) Residents live in every type of community, from resort style communities with every possible amenity to quiet coastal towns where waves lap on the shoreline and seagulls fly overhead. There are many recreational opportunities from fishing, cycling, flying a kite on the beach, scuba diving, hiking through old-growth forests, windsurfing and surfing, beachcombing, whale and bird watching. There are also many coast attractions including aquariums, art galleries, theaters and museums.

As a heavily visited vacation area there are a many hotels, motels, inns and bed and breakfasts to be found. Residential choices range from seaside condo’s to quaint beachside cottages and quiet mountain homes. Dining along the coast offers great variety from the freshest local seafood to international cuisine. Local residents are friendly and helpful – enjoying a quality of life that is unrivaled in the state.

Oregon Coast Visitors Association
137 NE 1^st St. Po Box 74
Newport OR. 97365 514-574-2679
Toll Free 888-OCVA-101
https://visittheoregoncoast.com/

Clatsop County
800 Exchange Streetsuite 410
Astoria, OR. 97103
503-325-10000
https://www.co.clatsop.or.us

Coos County
250 N. Baxter
Coquille, OR 541-396-3121
or 541-756-2020
https://www.co.coos.or.us

Curry County
29821 Ellensburg Avenue
PO Box.746
Gold Beach, OR 9744
541-247-3295
https://www.co.curry.or.us

Douglas County
1036 S.E. Douglas Street
Roseburg, OR 541-672-3311
https://douglascounty-oregon.us/

Lane County
275 West 10^th Avenue
Eugene, OR 541-682-4203
https://www.lanecounty.org

Lincoln County
225 West Olive Street
Newport, OR 541-265-6611
https://www.co.lincoln.or.us

Tillamook County
201 Laurel Avenue
Tillamook, OR 503-842-2034
https://www.co.tillamook.or.us

Astoria, Warrenton – Clatsop County
City Offices
Astoria
503-325-5824
https://www.astoria.or.us

Warrenton
503-861-2233
https://www.ci.warrenton.or.us

Chamber of Commerce
503-325-6311
https://www.oldoregon.com

Astoria has often been referred to as the “Little San Francisco of the Pacific Northwest” for the dominance of Victorian architecture that climbs the hillsides.

Bandon – Coos County
City Offices
541-347-2437 ext. 227
https://www.cityofbandon.org/

Chamber of Commerce
541-347-9616
https://bandon.com/

Enjoy two of the world’s premier golf courses, discover the charm of undiscovered and unspoiled scenery, visit the cranberry bogs, or “catch the big one.”

Brookings-Harbor – Curry County
City Offices
541-469-2163
https://www.brookings.or.us

Chamber of Commerce
541-469-3181
Toll Free 800-535-9469
https://www.brookingschamber.org

Nestled in the “Banana Belt” of the Oregon coast where wild and scenic rivers flow through towering forests, Brookings offers a tranquil waterfront town.

Cannon Beach – Clatsop County
City Offices
503-436-1581
https://www.cannonbeach.org/plan-your-trip/

Chamber of Commerce
503-436-2623
https://www.cannonbeach.org

Cradled between the Pacific Ocean and towering mountains, the city is famous for its forested headlands, towering monoliths, and miles of pristine beaches.

Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston – Coos County
City Offices
Coos Bay
541-269-8912
http://coosbay.org/

North Bend
541-756-8500
https://www.northbendoregon.us

Chamber of Commerce
541-266-0868
http://coosbaynorthbendcharlestonchamber.com/

Oregon’s Bay Area is comprised of the communities of Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston. They are located in Coos County and edge the Pacific Ocean and surround Coos Bay, Oregon’s largest natural deep water port.  The city’s downtown area, adjacent to the Coos Bay Boardwalk, provides an attractive commercial area for residents and visitors alike. North Bend is home to over 9,000 people and enjoys a diverse economy including a U.S. Coast Guard air station and the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay’s. Great shopping can be found at Pony Village Mall – the largest enclosed mall on the Oregon coast, many antique stores and other unique shops throughout the downtown area.  With its historic and picturesque McCullough Bridge serving as the Bay Area’s northern gateway via Highway 101 the region offers a distinct blend of scenic beauty and quality of life.  Located at the ocean entrance to Coos Bay, the unincorporated community of Charleston is the area’s commercial and sport fishing center, providing seafood processing and support services as well.

Depoe Bay – Lincoln County
City Offices
541-765-2361

Chamber of Commerce
541-765-2889
https://discoverdepoebay.org/

Don’t miss a visit to the “Whale Watching Capital of the Oregon Coast” and the world’s smallest harbor. Other distinctions include spouting geysers along a dramatically beautiful rocky shoreline and a postcard-perfect fishing village.

Florence – Lane County
City Offices
541-997-3437
https://www.ci.florence.or.us

Chamber of Commerce
541-997-3128
https://florencechamber.com/

Popular as a diverse, rich natural playground, Florence is known for its outdoor recreational activities and spectacular scenery. Forests meet the ocean’s edge along dramatic and scenic coastlines.

Garibaldi – Tillamook County
City Offices
503-322-3327
https://www.ci.garibaldi.or.us

Chamber of Commerce
541-842-7525
https://tillamookchamber.org/

Located at Tillamook Bay, the picturesque Garibaldi area serves as the gateway to the magnificent Pacific Ocean.

City of Gearhart – Clatsop County
Gearhart 503-738-9385
https://www.cityofgearhart.com/

Gearhart is home to just about 1,500 residents. Known for its small town atmosphere and contemporary restaurants, it is typical of many of the communities along the Oregon Coast. The community caters to the visitor or resident that enjoys a quieter slow pace of life. Many homes in the community are situated on the beach and have been in their owners families for generations. Gearhart Beach, located in town, is one of the few public beaches in Oregon where visitors are permitted to drive on the sand. Many people however, prefer to enjoy Gearhart’s scenic beauty by foot. Golfers have been coming to Gearhart since the late 1800s, and the small community continues its reputation today as a popular golfing destination, and home to the oldest golf course in the northwest. The town has two courses, both with breathtaking views and well-maintained properties. There are a number of state parks in the Gearhart-Seaside area that are worth visiting. Del Rey Beach (2 miles north of Gearhart), provides an unspoiled beach experience with relatively few amenities. Sunset Beach, a few miles further north, strives to recreate the views of the Lewis and Clark team when they traveled the 6.5 miles between Fort Clatsop and the Pacific Ocean. Local residents enjoy an enviable quality of life, amazing natural beauty and all the amenities that they need. Gearhart is a wonderful place to call home.

Gold Beach – Curry County
City Offices
541-247-7526
https://www.goldbeach.org

Chamber of Commerce
541-247-0932
https://goldbeachchamber.com/

Where the Rogue River meets the Sea” is the calling card of Gold Beach, a seaside town, a river town, and a forest/mountain town that offers outstanding recreation.

Lincoln City – Lincoln County
City Offices
541-996-2151
https://www.lincolncity.org

Chamber of Commerce
541-994-3070

Beaches filled with colorful kites, casino gaming, bed-and-breakfast inns, and water sports can all be found at this location along the 45th Parallel.

Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler – Tillamook County
City Offices
503-368-5100
https://ci.manzanita.or.us/

Chamber of Commerce
https://www.oregon.gov/biz/Pages/default.aspx

Touted as the “real treasures of the Oregon Coast,” this area offers Manzanita on the beach, Nehalem on the river, and Wheeler on the bay. Attractions include fine dining, kayaking, fishing, hiking, beachcombing, galleries, antiques, and outdoor recreation.

Newport – Lincoln County
City Offices
541-574-0603
https://newportoregon.gov/

Chamber of Commerce
541-265-8801
https://www.newportchamber.org/

Nestled between the coastal mountains, the Pacific Ocean, and Yaquina Bay, this area has been welcoming visitors since the late 1800s. The city takes great pride in the friendliness of the community.

Port Orford – Curry County
City Offices
541-332-3681
https://portorford.org/

Chamber of Commerce
541-332-8055
https://portorford.org/

Scenic Port Orford with its picturesque lighthouse is distinguished as the most westerly incorporated city in the continental U.S. Visitors can explore everything from a fish hatchery to Victorian splendor and the Coast Guard Lifeboat Station.

Reedsport, Winchester Bay – Douglas County
City Offices
541-271-3603
https://www.cityofreedsport.org

Chamber of Commerce
541-271-3044
http://reedsportcc.org/

Known as the “Heart of the Oregon Dunes,” this area is the gateway to miles of undisturbed beaches and the tallest dunes in Oregon. Visitors enjoy the lighthouse, a world-class skate board park, magnificent Roosevelt Elk herds, and superb water sports.

Rockaway Beach – Tillamook County
City Offices
503-355-2291
https://corb.us/

Chamber of Commerce
503-355-8108
https://www.rockawaybeach.net

Vacationers have long traveled to this quiet coastal region for its natural beauty and first-rate recreational activities. Storm and whale watching, beachcombing, golfing, fishing, and crabbing are all popular. Fine dining, comfortable accommodations, and unique boutiques add to the attraction.

Seaside – Clatsop County
City Offices
503-738-5511
https://www.cityofseaside.us

Chamber of Commerce
503-738-3097
https://www.seasideor.com

Crested near the mouth of the Columbia River, Seaside is the beginning of the coastal experience. This charming village has been welcoming visitors since the 1800s.

Tillamook – Tillamook County
City Offices
503-842-2472
http://tillamookor.gov/

Chamber of Commerce
503-842-7525
https://tillamookchamber.org/
The City of Tillamook, Oregon is the gateway to the Tillamook area where some of the most beautiful beaches on the Oregon Coast are located. It is also home to World Class Chinook Salmon fishing with three major bays and seven major rivers. The bays are outstanding for crabbing and clamming and provide access to ocean fishing. Tillamook is also home to the Tillamook Cheese Visitors Center, the most visited tourist attraction on the Oregon Coast.

Toledo – Lincoln County
City Offices
541-336-2247
https://www.cityoftoledo.org

Chamber of Commerce
541-336-3183
https://toledooregon.org/

Cradled along a bend of the Yaquina River and surrounded by wooded hills, Toledo is a few minutes inland from the Oregon coast but enjoys a deep-water channel. Today the town is known for its fine antiques, the downtown district, and the impressive community of artisans and artists.

Waldport – Lincoln County
City Offices
541-264-7418
https://www.waldportoregon.gov/

Chamber of Commerce
541-563-2133
https://www.waldport-chamber.com

Proud of the Alsea Bay Bridge, Waldport features miles of sandy ocean beaches, forest roads, hiking trails, wilderness areas, and a picturesque bay. Activities include windsurfing, kayaking, boating, fishing, sailing, hiking, or cycling.

Yachats – Lincoln County
City Offices
541-547-3565
https://yachatsoregon.org/

Chamber of Commerce
800-929-0477
https://www.yachats.org

One of the true gems of the panoramic Oregon coast, the charming village of Yachats excels in recreational activities. Yachats nestles between the lush forested mountains of the coastal range and the lapping waves of the Pacific surf to offer a tranquil retreat.