Things to Do in Yachats, 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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Heceta Lighthouse Gift Shop

Located in the old generator room at Heceta Head Lightstation just below the lighthouse tower, the gift shop offers a variety of lighthouse and nautical gifts and apparel including cards by local artists and handcrafted holiday ornaments.  The storefront is open...

92071 Hwy 101
Yachats, OR

541-547-5490
Email us (giftshop[at]hecetalighthouse[dot]com[dot])

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Central Coast

Judith’s Kitchen Tools

Small unique kitchen shop specializing in useful, functional, and beautifully designed tools from around the world. Find great tools for the chef, bar, coffee and tea related items, as well as some pewter gift items from Middlebury, Vermont, this shop...

261 N Hwy 101
Yachats, OR

541-547-3020

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Village Gift Gallery at Fireside Motel

The remodeled Village Gift Gallery is truly unique. The gift gallery brings guests great joy when they step inside. Whether you’re seeking something for yourself or someone else, we carry an eclectic mix of personal items, souvenirs and keepsakes to...

1881 Hwy 101
Yachats, OR

541-547-3636

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Cummins Creek Wilderness

The Cummins Creek Wilderness features the only old-growth Sitka Spruce forest in the Oregon Wilderness system. Overhung with alder and maple, Cummins and Bob Creeks drain west through this dense rainforest Wilderness, where Sitka spruce sometimes reach nine feet in...

Yachats, OR

541-563-8400
Email us (r6_siuslaw_wwweb_front_desk[at]usda[dot]gov)

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Smelt Sands State Recreation Site

An excellent whale watching and photography viewpoint. Walk the historic 804 Trail (.75 miles one-way with resting benches scattered along the way). The park is known for tidepooling, rock fishing and the yearly smelt run (smelt are small, silvery relatives...

Yachats, OR

541-867-7451

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Stonefield Beach State Recreation Site

Stonefield has easy beach access. Tenmile Creek is just to the north. A great place to sit in the sun and watch for whales.

Yachats, OR

541-547-3416

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How to Keep the Oregon Coast Beautiful

Public beach access means that protection is the responsibility of all of us. Give back and help keep the majestic beaches, forests and marine ecosystems clean on the People’s Coast by spending a few hours volunteering on your next vacation. Joining a beach cleanup or removing logs from old-growth hiking trails are two great ways to meet residents and make an impact that will be paid forward for generations. Here are even more fun and rewarding opportunities for you to make a difference on the Oregon Coast.
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Making Culture on the Oregon Coast

The Oregon Coast is a great place for the arts, not only because of its inspiring natural beauty, but also because of its many residents who are doing their part to infuse the region with creativity. Just ask fashion designer Becky Tonkin, cultural center director Niki Price and artist-curator Spencer Reynolds, three residents who are helping make the Coast a more culturally rich place.
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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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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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