Newport
Newport has been a playground for visitors since the late 1800′s. Nestled between the Coast Mountains, Pacific Ocean and Yaquina Bay, the natural beauty of the area draws those seeking a unique and exciting coastal experience.
Yaquina Head is the site of Oregon’s tallest and second oldest active lighthouse. The 93-foot-tall structure was completed in 1872. Built on Yaquina Head, the lighthouse is located at a natural area that was created by lava flow more than 14 million years ago.Photo courtesy of Dave Davidson. Newport’s beginnings shaped two distinct areas of town: the Historical Bayfront and Nye Beach. During the early 1900s, Nye Beach was the number one visitor attraction on the coast. Hot sea baths, taffy stores, agate shops entertained visitors from the Willamette Valley. Nye Beach is still a very popular haven for the arts, with the Newport Performing Arts and Visual Arts Center amidst unique galleries, book stores, eateries, shopping and lodging.
Historically, the Bayfront was Newport’s economic backbone, housing a port for the commercial fishing and wood products industries. Today, the Bayfront is still home to one of Oregon’s largest commercial fishing fleets. The Bayfront is a working waterfront on which visitors can enjoy shops, art galleries, chowder houses, restaurants, fish processing plants and family attractions in turn-of-the-century storefronts from a bygone era.
Newport awaits your visit. There are numerous lodging properties with terrific views, great restaurants with the freshest seafood, and a variety of meeting facilities offering full service for business meetings, planning seminars or conferences.
Featured accommodations
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Elizabeth Street Inn
541-265-9400232 SW Elizabeth StNewport, Oregon 97365Let your imagination go and fulfill your fantasies at the Elizabeth Street Inn in Newport, Oregon. Located high on a bluff overlooking miles of the Oregon coast's pristine beaches and the vast Pacific Ocean, you can escape the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life and truly find yourself again. Build sand castles on the beach. Stay in bed until noon. Cozy up by the fireplace with a good book and a nice glass of wine. All our guest rooms are oceanfront with a private balcony and exceptional ocean views. You can start your day with our complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet. You'll find warm, fresh-baked cookies in the lobby each evening. And, on cooler afternoons take the chill off with a steaming cup of salmon chowder.
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Hallmark Resort Newport
541.265.2600744 SW Elizabeth StNewport, Oregon 97365Hallmark Resort-Newport overlooks the expansive Pacific Ocean with Yaquina Head Lighthouse to the north, and the mouth of Yaquina Bay to the south. Stunning sunrises and sunsets, the coming and going of fishing fleets, and the occasional whale sighting, are all within view. Our accommodations are all oceanfront, non-smoking, and many come with 2-person in-room spas and fireplaces. We also offer a heated, indoor salt water pool, spa, sauna, and fitness room. All guestrooms have spacious walk-out balconies and breathtaking views. If you have a special event or large family, we can suggest our beach house, with plenty of room! Our oceanfront family-friendly restaurant, Georgie's Beachside Grill, presents fine dining in a casual atmosphere, and, if you can't bear to leave your comfortable guestroom, room service is also available.
Featured Events
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Let’s Go Camping at South Beach State Park
Newport, Oregon 97365888-953-7677Friday, Jun 15th, 2012 - Sunday, Jun 17th, 2012Oregon Parks & Recreation Department brings you Let’s Go Camping. This is a fun-filled weekend camping experience for novice camper families. We provide tent, sleeping bags and mattress pads if you need them for the weekend. Lots of fun activities for parents, grandparents or children. This weekend camping experience will be held at South Beach State Park.
This is a very secure event with ranger-led activities and experienced volunteers on hand to assist you 24/7. Cost for the ENTIRE FAMILY IS ONLY $20! These events are very popular with single parents, families on a budget and seniors. Call Mon.-Fri. between 8 am. and 5 pm. at 888-953-7677 to reserve spots. More information and our Summer schedule available at www.oregonstateparks.org if you click on the Let’s Go Camping link on the left side of the page. Call Jimmy Childs at 503-872-5324 if you have questions.
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Newport Clambake & Seafood BBQ
Newport, Oregon 97365541-270-2234Saturday, Jul 7th, 2012The Nye Beach Merchants Association presents its 10th Annual Clambake and Seafood BBQ, Saturday, July 7, 2012.
Held the first Saturday of each July, steps from the beach, at the Nye Beach turnaround, this event benefits local artists, service, and non-profit organizations.
The festival begins with a Pet Parade starting a 9:45am at the Newport Performing Arts Center, making its way to the turnaround to be greeted by live music, seafood and non-seafood delights, desserts and delectables to eat, local art vendors, a beer garden, horse-drawn carriage rides for $2 a ride, and a free art activity offered at the Newport Visual Arts Center.
Lincoln County Transit provides free shuttle service from the Performing Arts Center and the Lincoln County Courthouse. Event hours are 10am until 5pm. There is no admission charge.
For more info
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Central Oregon Coast Association
PO Box 2094, 137 NE 1st Street
Newport, OR 97365
Phone: 541-265-2064 or 800-767-2064
Email: COCA@CoastVisitor.com
Website: www.coastvisitor.com -
Newport Chamber of Commerce
555 SW Coast Highway
Newport, Oregon 97365
Phone: 541-265-8801 or 800-262-7844
Email: chamber@newportnet.com
Website: www.newportchamber.org