Things to Do in Bandon, Oregon

Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Coquille Point

A headland viewpoint of tidepools and sea stacks, home to thousands of marine mammals and seabirds.

Bandon, OR
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Sweet Pea’s Home and Garden

Sweet Peas is located in the charming Old Town district of Bandon, Oregon. The location on the Southern Oregon Coast boasts mild summertime weather, world class golf, fabulous dining and spectacular beaches and ocean vistas.  Vintage treasures are featured alongside...

155 Baltimore Avenue SE
Bandon, OR

541-329-3967

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Bandon Crossings Golf Course

Enjoy a superb round of golf in a beautiful environment. Ride in the comfort of a golf cart. Make use of the practice area and take a lesson from one of the pros. Beautiful, challenging, and named one of the...

87530 Dew Valley Lane
Bandon, OR

541-347-3232
Email us (info[at]bandoncrossings[dot]com)

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Bandon Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center

Life in Bandon is shaped by nature and the people who make their home in this corner of Oregon. That’s why they say their attractions are always open. Chamber of Commerce office & Visitor Center: The Visitors Center welcomes visitors...

300 2nd Street SE
Bandon, OR

541-347-9616
Email us (director[at]bandon[dot]com)

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Bandon Fat Bike Beach Ride

Here’s a formula for memorable fun: Take one of the top 100 beaches in the world, add a bike purpose-built to ride on it, and throw in a few friends for a day of adventure and enjoyment. Ready… go! In...

Bandon, OR
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Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio

Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio is an artists' cooperative showcasing the work of some 20 members, all of whom reside within 50 miles of Bandon.

145 Fillmore Ave SE
Bandon, OR

541-347-5355
Email us (artbytheseagalleryandstudio[at]gmail[dot]com)

Travel Stories

The Science of Sand

Next to majestic sea stacks and awe-inspiring surf, sand might not be the most obvious marvel of the Oregon Coast. Without those humble little granules, though, there would be no sandcastles, no writing your name on the beach and no sinking your toes into warm softness on a dune hike. Here’s a crash course on how sand comes and goes, who lives in this special habitat, and how we can help protect it.
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Ship Watching in Astoria

Most visitors to Astoria arrive from the east or south. It’s the most northwestern city in Oregon, after all, situated on the south bank of the Columbia River where it meets the roiling Pacific Ocean. But a few special visitors to Astoria actually arrive from the west, and some of them haven’t seen land in nearly two weeks.
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5 Winter Forest Walks on the Oregon Coast

There is something invigorating about a walk through a coastal Oregon forest at the start of the new year — swollen creeks and thundering falls; deep, mossy greens; towering, swaying trees. Underfoot could be banana slugs, newts and mushrooms; above, the occasional bald eagle or osprey sailing by. One can’t help but be energized and refreshed, ready to embark on another year with a new commitment to getting out amidst all the splendor this corner of the world has to offer.
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Snuggle Up With a Great Book on the Coast

Short days and crisp weather create the perfect environment for cozying up with a good book, and the Oregon Coast is a great place to do it. We asked Charlie J. Stephens — owner of Port Orford’s Sea Wolf Books & Community Writing Center — for their recommendations of what and where to read on the Coast this winter. Here are some favorites to check out on your next coastal vacation.
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Tide Pooling With an Expert at Cape Perpetua

Discover the wild and wonderful world of Oregon’s intertidal zones. Full of mystery, the intertidal zone on the Oregon Coast is brimming with colorful marine life. During low tide, a captivating cosmos is revealed — guides can help you explore...
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Hike and Chill on the Oregon Coast Trail

Pair your next epic adventure with a scoop of locally crafted ice cream. Ocean vistas appear just around the bend along the rugged Oregon Coast Trail, which spans the mouth of the Columbia River in the north and the state...
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Events on the Oregon Coast

April 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Circles in the Sand

Face Rock Viewpoint
Bandon, OR
July 20, 2024 - July 21, 2024

Ride the Dirt Wave: Whiskey Run

Bandon, OR

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