Brookings and Harbor are two communities on either side of the Chetco River, united by their shared port. Found within a unique “banana belt” near the Southern Oregon border, warm weather and rugged beauty are all around.
The temperatures around Brookings are so significantly warmer than other towns nearby that meteorologists named the phenomena — the “Chetco Effect”. It can be 20°F warmer in Brookings-Harbor than nearby areas, and temperatures in the middle of winter can sit comfortably in the mid-60’s. Because of this favorable weather local parks and gardens abound with seasonal azaleas and rhododendrons. The northernmost Redwood groves make their home here and the area is also known as the Easter Lily capital of the world. A short drive to the north of Brookings while traveling on Highway 101 brings you to the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, a 12-mile odyssey of one stunning view after another with beaches and hiking trails to explore.
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South Coast
Brookings Fishing Charters
Brookings, Oregon, is home to the best king salmon fishing on the Oregon Coast and Brookings Fishing Charters has a well-earned reputation of being one of the premier charter boat companies in the Northwest targeting the hard-fighting, great-eating Chinook Salmon...
Brookings, OR
(541) 813-1082
Email us (wildriversfishing[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Fishawk River Co
Fishing Guide Services for Northern California and Southern Oregon. River and Ocean charters.
PO Box 1954Brookings, OR
(541) 661-0031
Email us (52selway[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
à Love of Flair
Located inside The Station: 1949, à Love of Flair is a DIY boutique owned by brother and sister team William and Hayley. You’ll find inspiration and all the supplies you’ll need for your next DIY project at à Love of...
630 Fleet St.Brookings, OR
(541) 313-8641
Email us (a[dot]love[dot]of[dot]flair[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Azalea Park
Azalea park is a thirty-three acre park containing ancient native azaleas that were growing here when Lewis and Clark wintered on the Oregon Coast in 1805-06. Azalea Park offers active and passive recreational activities. It lies amongst several residential neighborhoods,...
640 Old County RoadBrookings, OR
South Coast
Chetco Point Park
A rocky peninsula just over two miles to the south of Harris Beach in Brookings, Chetco Point Park features easy trails, great views and access to beach and intertidal areas. Look for seals and birdlife among the numerous rocky outcroppings. ...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Charthouse Sportfishing
Six pack Charter offers year round fishing targeting Salmon, halibut and lingcod and provides all needed fishing gear. Charthouse Sportfishing id USCG licensed and safety equipped, with the safest bar crossing on the Oregon coast. Enjoy the wide open action...
Brookings, OR
(541) 251-1943
Email us (jbithell1[at]charter[dot]net)
South Coast
Harris Beach State Park
Harris Beach was named after the Scottish pioneer George Harris who settled here in the late 1880s to raise sheep and cattle. The park boasts the largest island off the Oregon coast. Bird Island (also called Goat Island) is a National Wildlife...
Brookings, OR541-469-2021
South Coast
Arch Rock Viewpoint & Picnic Area
Arch Rock is a massive natural rock arch standing alone in the Pacific Ocean. Many picnic tables shaded under the coastal forest sit nearby for anyone looking to enjoy a pleasant picnic along the southern Oregon coast. From the parking...
22040-, 22064 Oregon Coast HwyBrookings, OR
800-551-6949
South Coast
Redwood Theater
For over 113 years, the movie theater at 621 Chetco Avenue has provided the City of Brookings with film and entertainment. Known first on its opening in 1909 as the Pine Cone Theater, this was later changed to the Redwood...
621 Checto AvenueBrookings, OR
541-412-7575
Email us (info[at]redwoodtheater[dot]com)
South Coast
McVay Rock State Recreation Site
McVay is a well-hidden park noted for surf fishing, clamming, whale watching, and plenty of space to walk on the beach. The large lawn area is great for blanket picnics and disc golf. The park is elevated above the ocean. ...
Brookings, OR541-469-2021
South Coast
Bansemer Fishing
Enjoy a guided adventure for salmon or steelhead in Southern Oregon with Bansemer Fishing.
Brookings, OR
(541) 661-2165
Email us (bansemerfishing[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Chetco Pelican Players
Founded in 1988, the Chetco Pelican Players (CPP) have brought artists together on the Southern Oregon Coast for more than three decades. CPP presents six plays a year– a mix of comedies, dramas, and musicals based on requests from members...
1240 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
541-469-1857
Email us (chetcopelicanplayers[at]gmail[dot]com)
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Brookings City Hall Visitor Center
Brookings, OR Mail:
Brookings, OR
541-469-1103
Email us (lziemer[at]brookings[dot]or[dot]us)
Oregon’s Wild Rivers Coast
Gold Beach, OR Mail: Suite 122
Gold Beach, OR
541-247-3222