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Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Whether you’re looking for epic coastal hikes, golfing by the ocean, surfing on a remote beach, or sand boarding a dune, you can find it all at the Oregon Coast.

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Central Coast

Wilder Disc Golf Course

The scenery of the Oregon Coast and fun of disc golf officially have come together at the Wilder Disc Golf Course in the South Beach area of Newport. The course is the first 18-hole challenge along Oregon’s coastline and takes...

SE 43rd St.
Newport, OR

(541) 265-7783

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Central Coast

Florence Golf Links

Nestled amidst the wind swept sand dunes and towering pines, golf does not get any more breathtaking than Florence Golf Links. Sculpted by nature, this wonderful scene provided a delightful canvas for world-renowned golf course architect Rees Jones to create...

1201 35th Street
Florence, OR

541-997-1940
Email us (nikr[at]florencegolflinks[dot]com)

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Central Coast

Chinook Winds Resort Golf Course

Beautifully laid out, this 18 hole golf course has meticulously groomed fairways and rolling terrain. This scenic course is set amidst towering coastal mountains with the fresh smell of the Pacific Ocean just a few short blocks away. Our golf...

3245 NE 50th Street
Lincoln City, OR

541-994-8442
Email us (keithc[at]chinookwindsgaming[dot]com)

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North Coast

Highlands Golf Club

See how much fun oceanview golf can be on the coast at Highlands Golf Course.

33260 Highlands Lane
Gearhart, OR

503-738-5248
Email us (sales[at]discountdansgolf[dot]com)

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Central Coast

Agate Beach Golf Course

Agate Beach Golf Course is a nine hole course located just a short distance from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Built in 1931 and operated since 1960 by the Martin family, the course boasts a fairly level, well manicured, slightly rolling...

4100 N Coastal Highway
Newport, OR

541-265-7331
Email us (terry[at]agatebeachgolf[dot]net)

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South Coast

Salmon Run Golf Course

Surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, Salmon Run offers a course for every skill level. Designed by Troy Claveran, Salmon Run is an 18-hole par 71 championship course with four sets of tees that stretch from 5,433 yards to over 6,400...

99040 South Bank Chetco River Rd.
Brookings, OR

(541) 469-4888

Travel Stories

Paddle and Camp Getaways on the Oregon Coast

Up and down the Oregon Coast, quiet lakes and slow-moving rivers open up a world of adventure to paddlers of all stripes. You never know when you might see Roosevelt Elk grazing on the shore near Tillamook, ospreys hunting for fish in Lincoln City or the occasional black bear trundling through old-growth forests along the Rogue River.
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Guided Adventures on the Oregon Coast

When it comes to your Oregon Coast getaway, fun and relaxation top the itinerary. So why not get both by booking a guided adventure on your next trip? It’s a great way to try something new while letting someone else handle logistics and safety, or learn more about your favorite activities with a knowledgeable expert enriching your experience. You’ll not only learn more during your excursion, you will also be able to seek out off-the-beaten-path recommendations for your destination. Here are some new and classic guided adventures for your next visit to the Coast.
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Travel Stories

Five Outdoor Adventures to Try on the Oregon Coast in 2025

Whatever your adventurous curiosities, there’s nothing like the promise of a new year to start turning aspirations into experiences. And what better place than the Oregon Coast to try an adventure that’s new to you. From mountain biking and disc golfing to guided fishing trips, fat-tire biking and paddling, the Oregon Coast is packed with adventure. Here are five to try.
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Clamming Adventures on the Oregon Coast

Digging clams for dinner is a beloved tradition on the Oregon Coast. Whether they’re steamed, fried or the star of a hearty chowder, bivalves are a prized ingredient from the sea. Armed with a license and a few tools, you can explore an entire menu on Oregon’s coastal bays, which are home to five major clam species including the gaper, cockle, littleneck, butter and soft-shell. Or head to the North Coast, where you can find the succulent razor clam on ocean beaches. Here are some top places for clam digging and enjoying these briny treats on Oregon’s coast.
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Navigating Winter Waters With Alanna Kieffer

On most days you can find Alanna Kieffer by the Pacific Ocean. She might be farming Pacific dulse for Oregon Seaweed or sharing her love of marine ecosystems with others through her business Shifting Tides, which connects people and place through educational adventures in Oregon’s intertidal zones. Or she might be planning special dining events for a multivenue series she co-founded, Winter Waters, which focuses on regenerative seafood. Regardless of where she is, however, one thing’s certain: She’s raising awareness about the habitats of the Oregon Coast.
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Travel Stories

All About Shipwrecks and Winter Storms on the Oregon Coast

For centuries mariners grappled with how to navigate channels up and down the Oregon Coast. The Columbia Bar, for instance, sits where the Columbia River empties into the Pacific Ocean — and has been the site of roughly 2,000 shipwrecks since 1792. Though nowadays things are much safer with jetties and bar pilots, the bar’s rough waters earned it the nickname “Graveyard of the Pacific.” Other passages have less dramatic but no less powerful stories of their own.
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Events on the Oregon Coast

April 19, 2025

Dance Umbrella for South Coast presents Gala 2025

1988 Newmark Avenue
Coos Bay, OR
April 23, 2025

Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market

999 North Front Street
Coos Bay, OR
April 25, 2025

Live Jazz with The Bob Taylor Quartet

777 W Olive Street
Newport, OR
April 25, 2025 - April 27, 2025

3rd Annual High Tide Tattoo and Arts Festival

3201 Tremont
North Bend, OR

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