Florence
Located on the central Oregon coast along Highway 101, Florence is a scenic and recreational paradise. A charming old town which was originally a mill town, Florence has a population of over 6200. Old Town boasts a number of interesting shops and restaurants, and there is a marina and RV campground on the waterfront. Along Highway 101, there are many new stores in this growing area of the Oregon coast.
Camping, fishing, dune buggy rides, sand boarding, shopping, crabbing, clamming, birding, hiking and golfing are but a few of the activities available in Florence.
Featured activities
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Heceta Head Lighthouse
Hwy 101 SFlorence, Oregon 97439Named after Don Bruno de Heceta, a Spanish explorer, Heceta Head lighthouse is located north of Florence. This 56-foot tower was first lit in 1894. This lighthouse is 205 feet above the ocean and the light sits at the top of the 56' tower illuminated in 1894. A half-mile hike will lead visitors to this lighthouse, in addition to seabird nesting sites and nearby Bed and Breakfasts located in the assistant keeper's home. The short 1/2 mile hike to the top of the lighthouse from the parking lot is well worth the effort. The spectacular view makes it a great place to share a kiss or for a picnic. Open daily, May-September and Friday-Monday during March, April and October for tours.
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Northwest Magazines
800-348-84014969 Hwy 101 Ste #2Florence, Oregon 97439
Featured Events
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Rods ‘n Rhodies Car Show
Florence, Oregon 97439Friday, Sep 10th, 2010 - Sunday, Sep 12th, 2010The City of Florence and the Merchants of Old Town welcome you to the Annual Invitational Rods ‘n Rhodies Car Show, 1972 and older. It’s going to be a weekend of fun! Florence’s historic Old Town comes alive with the sights and sounds of some of America’s best rods and custom cruisers. What better place to celebrate the end of the rodding season in the Northwest!
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Florence Hobby & Collector Fair
541-997-1994715 Quince St.Florence, Oregon 97439Saturday, Sep 18th, 2010See displays on sports cards, salt shakers, bonsai and more, plus information on a wide variety of hobbies. This is a free event.
For more info
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Eugene, Cascades & Coast
Phone: 541-484-5307 or 1-800-547-5445
Email: info@travellanecounty.org
Website: www.VisitFlorence.org -
Chamber of Commerce
290 Highway 101
Florence, Oregon 97439
Phone: 541-997-3128
Email: florence@oregonfast.net
Website: www.florencechamber.com