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.
Featured Spots
South Coast
Semi Aquatic Gallery
Semi Aquatic is artist Spencer Reynold’s retail space located in the heart of downtown Brookings, Oregon. The shop features Spencer’s paintings, prints, cards and clothing, as well as a carefully curated collection of hand-crafted and locally made gifts and home...
654 Chetco AveBrookings, OR
503-504-2861
Email us (spence[at]artandsurf[dot]com)
South Coast
Old Dog Sportfishing
Come join an Old Dog Sportfishing fish charter on the southern Oregon coast. Individual, family or groups set out from Brookings Harbor, the safest harbor on the Oregon coast. Fish abound, the air is clean and there’s great times to...
Brookings, OR
541-892-1714
Email us (mikesbbq[at]kfalls[dot]net)
South Coast
Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce
The mission of Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce is to encourage and promote businesses and to stimulate a prosperous economy in Brookings-Harbor and Curry County.
703 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
Email us (visitorcenter[at]brookingsharborchamber[dot]com)
South Coast
Joe Whaley’s Guide Service
Brookings, OR
(541) 661-6555
Email us (joewhaley66[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Chetco Valley Historical Society Museum
The Chetco Valley Historical Society Museum is housed in the historic Blake House, built in 1857, and is listed as the oldest dwelling in the Chetco Valley. The Blake House was once a stagecoach stop and trading post built on...
15461 Museum RoadBrookings, OR
541-469-6651
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Alfred A. Loeb State Park
Your first impression of Loeb may well be the fresh scent of the myrtlewood forest … a crisp, eucalyptus-like fragrance. The park is nestled in a grove of these lovely trees, many of which are well over 200 years old....
Brookings, OR541-469-2021
South Coast
Travis Sallander Fishing Guide
Brookings, OR
(541) 251-3771
Email us (fishonrod[at]charter[dot]net)
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Monterey Cypress – Heritage Tree
Harrison G. Blake planted this tree, now the largest Monterey Cypress found in Oregon, when he built his house here in the 1850’s. Blake was the first member of the Oregon House of Representatives from Southern Curry County in 1874...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Sierra Club Outings
Choose from a variety of guided trips with Sierra Club Outings. It’s your chance to explore Oregon with other environmentally-conscious individuals. Small group sizes provide a more intimate vacation experience whether you choose a lodge-based vaction or rugged wilderness journey....
2101 Webster StBrookings, OR
415-977-5690
Email us (outings[dot]permits[at]sierraclub[dot]org)
South Coast
Bombing Site Tree – Heritage Tree
This Coast Redwood was planted in 1992 at the site of the only Japanese aerial bombing of the continental United States on September 9, 1942. The tree was planted by the pilot of the submarine-delivered reconnaissance plane, Flight Officer Nobuo...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Mario Arguilles
If you enjoy sport fishing with light tackle for trophy salmon and steelhead then come along with us for the trip of a lifetime. During the months of August, September, October, November, December and January the Klamath river is one...
18116 Rainbow Rock RdBrookings, OR
(805) 878-6061
Email us (mario[at]fishmario[dot]com)
South Coast
Queen Bee Boutique
Stop in and see Queen Bee Boutique’s selection of quality family resale items. They’ve got a photo booth too.
407 Oak StreetBrookings, OR
503-779-6579
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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)
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Gold Beach, OR Mail: Suite 122
Gold Beach, OR
(541) 247-3222