Things to Do in Newport, Oregon

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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Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area

Jutting into the Pacific Ocean, this harsh, unforgiving environment hosts many forms of life. Harbor seals and whales are visible offshore year-round. In spring and summer, thousands of seabirds flock to the near-shore islands to breed and raise their young....

750 NW Lighthouse Dr.
Newport, OR

541-574-3100
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Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce

Founded in 1948, the Newport Chamber is a non-profit organization of more than 500 local businesses, organizations, and individuals. Their mission is to unite the efforts of the citizens in promoting the civic, commercial, agricultural, tourism, marine and industrial welfare...

555 SW Coast Hwy.
Newport, OR

541-265-8801
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Oregon Coast Aquarium

Take a deep dive into marine science at one of the nation’s top aquariums. An icon of Newport, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is a public aquatic and marine science exhibition facility offering educational programs. Exhibits showcase seabirds, marine mammals, fishes,...

2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd
Newport, OR

541-867-3474
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Newport Liquor Store

Your one stop shopping for beer, wine, liquor, growler refill, mix items, party supplies, cigars, tobacco, lottery and so much more! We have two locations. Waldport 235 SW Hwy 101 and Newport 2019 N. Coast Hwy.

2019 N Coast Hwy
Newport, OR

(541) 265-5621
Email us (newportwaldportliquor[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Newport Public Library

Newport Public Library is a Department of the City of Newport and an affiliate of the Lincoln County Library District. Library Board Members are appointed by the Mayor and Council to advise in matters of library policy. The Library is also part of the Oceanbooks Consortium,...

35 NW Nye St.
Newport, OR

(541)265-2153
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US Foods Chef’Store

We stock more than 8,500 products including beverages, bakery items, catering supplies, dairy and deli products, fresh meat, fresh produce, frozen foods, grocery products, janitorial supplies & more.

156 NE 7th St
Newport, OR

(541) 265-7571

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Beyond the Water’s Edge

Explore the wild Pacific on seafaring excursions off the Oregon Coast. Gazing out on the Oregon Coast from an overlook along the cliffs near Shore Acres State Park or Cannon Beach can be thrilling. Experiencing it from out on the...
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The Berry Byway

Where to enjoy farm-fresh berries on the Southern and Central coasts. From late May through early fall on Oregon’s Central and Southern coasts — at U-pick farms, farmers markets and roadside farmstands — berries of all kinds tumble in from...
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The Science and Safety of Storm Watching

Winter on the Oregon Coast is anything but boring. When powerful Pacific winds meet turbulent ocean waters, it’s a spectacular sight to witness. Tall waves crash into rocky cliffs and sandy shores, offering an awe-inspiring display by Mother Nature. And...
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Take a Guided Tour on the Oregon Coast

In addition to guides providing a wealth of knowledge to enrich your experience, tour operators also provide a safe way to try something new or, if you’re a pro, allow you to leave your gear at home. Hiring a guide also helps ensure that you’re visiting responsibly. “Outfitters and guides tend to take very good care of their natural resources that they’re operating in,” Lacey says.
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How to Visit Oregon’s Coastal Tide Pools

If you’ve ever wanted to experience the underwater world of the Pacific Ocean but prefer to stay onshore, the Oregon Coast’s tide pools are a must-see. These rocky pools of seawater along the shoreline — accessible at low tide — are teeming with aquatic life: colorful starfish, spiky sea urchins and otherworldly sea anemones.
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Top 9 Hidden Adventures for 2021

Whether you’re the type who makes resolutions or not, the new year is an ideal time to think about goals and plans. To make sure you get your much-needed doses of natural wellness on the Oregon Coast, don’t forget to schedule getaways onto your calendar. While you’ll want to keep responsible travel in mind, these hidden coastal adventures are sure to keep you inspired all year long.
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June 3, 2023 - August 13, 2023

Ride the Dirt Wave

Newport, OR
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