Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston make up a diverse area of historic charm, natural beauty and outdoor adventure known as Oregon’s Adventure Coast. Each town displays its own unique independence while still being woven into a strong regional community on Oregon’s South Coast.
Driving from the north down Highway 101, the majestic McCullough Bridge ushers travelers into the city of North Bend. The Oregon Coast’s only commercial airport also sits on the edge of the Bay, providing transportation by air to the region. The area was once a timber hub where daily life was built around the harbor and sawmill. Now Main Street, just down the road from the bridge, features walkable streets with shops, restaurants, and cafés tucked amidst those same hallmarks of Pacific Northwest life.
Outside of town, towering coastal dunes and long expanses of unbroken shoreline are a short drive away. Walk Horsfall Beach and watch the waves roll in, or summit 500 foot sand dunes by foot, horseback, or dune buggy. With the city surrounded on three sides by the waters of Coos Bay, close access to water is built into North Bend’s appeal, making maritime sports, boating, fishing, and crabbing easily accessible. However, easy access isn’t for everyone. Challenging treks into the wilderness still await the daring on the Southern Coast.
Featured Spots
South Coast
Horsfall Day Use OHV Staging
Horsfall Day Use OHV Staging Area provides a paved parking area for off-highway vehicle (OHV) day use parking and access to open riding opportunities in the Horsfall riding area.
North Bend, ORSouth Coast
Thrifty Sisters
Thrifty Sisters offers a hand curated selection of quality used clothing and accessories. You will always find a like it, love it, or gotta have it find at Thrifty Sisters.
1611 Virginia AvenueNorth Bend, OR
541-808-9043
South Coast
North Bend Boardwalk
Take a leisurely stroll along the charming North Bend Boardwalk. Enjoy scenic waterfront views, spot wildlife, and unwind in the gentle ocean breeze. Experience the local charm of this delightful boardwalk, dotted with shops, restaurants, and benches, to sit and...
North Bend, ORSouth Coast
City of North Bend Ice Skating Rink
About the Rink: This is a 3,250 sq. ft. synthetic ice-skating rink enclosed in a 5,000 sq. ft. event tent. There are four polar bears available to push around to help with balance to assist young, less skilled skaters. For regular...
2040 Union AvenueNorth Bend, OR
Email us (nbinfo[at]northbendcity[dot]org)
South Coast
Simpson Park
Features of Simpson Park include a play area, basketball court, tennis courts, restrooms, a nature trail and off-street parking.
1380 Sherman AvenueNorth Bend, OR
541-756-8500
South Coast
Dune Bugs ATV
ATV, Polaris RZR’s, Yamaha Rhinos, Sandboard Rentals and More! Kids quads and fully enclosed vehicles available as well. Direct access to the Oregon Dunes Recreation Area
68609 Sandy Way RoadNorth Bend, OR
541-660-5300
Email us (gosafely[at]oregondunebugrentals[dot]com)
South Coast
North Bend Public Library
The purpose of the Coos County Library Service is to collect, organize and disseminate library materials and to provide the related library services necessary to meet the educational, informational, recreational, and cultural needs of the people of Coos County. The...
1800 Sherman Ave.North Bend, OR
(541) 756-0400
Email us (tlucas[at]coastlinelibrarynetwork[dot]org)
South Coast
The Smiling Frog Gallery & Boutique
The Smiling Frog Gallery & Boutique is a brick and mortar & 5-star online store located on the Oregon Coast. They offer fine art originals, art prints, local artisan products, luxury items, antiques, and vintage to new rarities.
1810 Virginia Ave.North Bend, OR
541-808-0170
Email us (smilingfroggallery[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
North Bend Visitor Information Center
Welcome to North Bend! Stop by the Information Center with any questions you may have. You’ll find information available on camp sites, beaches, restaurants, activities, free maps and much more.
745 California AvenueNorth Bend, OR
541-756-4613
South Coast
Ezekiel’s Books, Gifts & Coffee Shop
Cozy coffee place, Christian bookstore, and gift shop. Ezekiel’s carries Bibles, books, devotionals, commentaries, kid’s products, t-shirts, and more. While you shop, try their delicious bagel sandwiches, scones, and variety of other baked goods. Family-run business proudly serving the North...
2082 Sherman AvenueNorth Bend, OR
Email us (Ezekielsbooksandbakery[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Horsfall Beach
Horsfall Beach is located along the central Oregon coast, about 2 miles north of Coos Bay. It is an ideal location for off-road vehicle riders or for visitors looking to take it easy on the beach or go for a...
North Bend, OR541-271-6000
South Coast
The North Spit
The North Spit of Coos Bay is a strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the waters of Coos Bay. Watching commercial vessels is but one unique opportunity to be enjoyed on this industrialized, semi-wild peninsula. Respect for private...
North Bend, OR
541-756-0100
Email us (BLM_OR_CB_Mail[at]blm[dot]gov)
More Info
Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau
Coos Bay, OR Mail:
Coos Bay, OR
541-269-0215
Email us (info[at]visitoac[dot]com)