Brookings and Harbor are two communities on either side of the Chetco River, united by their shared port. Found within a unique “banana belt” near the Southern Oregon border, warm weather and rugged beauty are all around.
The temperatures around Brookings are so significantly warmer than other towns nearby that meteorologists named the phenomena — the “Chetco Effect”. It can be 20°F warmer in Brookings-Harbor than nearby areas, and temperatures in the middle of winter can sit comfortably in the mid-60’s. Because of this favorable weather local parks and gardens abound with seasonal azaleas and rhododendrons. The northernmost Redwood groves make their home here and the area is also known as the Easter Lily capital of the world. A short drive to the north of Brookings while traveling on Highway 101 brings you to the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, a 12-mile odyssey of one stunning view after another with beaches and hiking trails to explore.
Featured Spots
South Coast
Chetco Point Park
A rocky peninsula just over two miles to the south of Harris Beach in Brookings, Chetco Point Park features easy trails, great views and access to beach and intertidal areas. Look for seals and birdlife among the numerous rocky outcroppings. ...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Fishawk River Co
Fishing Guide Services for Northern California and Southern Oregon. River and Ocean charters.
PO Box 1954Brookings, OR
(541) 661-0031
Email us (52selway[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Azalea Park
Azalea park is a thirty-three acre park containing ancient native azaleas that were growing here when Lewis and Clark wintered on the Oregon Coast in 1805-06. Azalea Park offers active and passive recreational activities. It lies amongst several residential neighborhoods,...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Sierra Club Outings
Choose from a variety of guided trips with Sierra Club Outings. It’s your chance to explore Oregon with other environmentally-conscious individuals. Small group sizes provide a more intimate vacation experience whether you choose a lodge-based vaction or rugged wilderness journey....
2101 Webster StBrookings, OR
415-977-5690
Email us (outings[dot]permits[at]sierraclub[dot]org)
South Coast
The Market Place
In business for over 20 years, The Market Place offers whimsical nautical, pirate themed and other unique antiques and gifts. You’ll find real authentic ships salvage from Japanese glass floats, anchors, bilge pumps, antique trunks, ships wheels, real brass portholes,...
668 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
(541)469-9753
South Coast
Pithitude Gift Shop
You’ll find local artist-made shirts, drinkware, and more at Pithitude Gift Shop. Located next to Bell & Whistle Coffee House and behind Boardwalk Mail. Come laugh with the friendly staff at the Port of Brookings-Harbor, where the Chetco River meets...
16340 Lower Harbor RoadBrookings, OR
541-254-9550
Email us (Tamara[at]Pithitude[dot]com)
South Coast
Brookings Fishing Charters
Brookings, Oregon, is home to the best king salmon fishing on the Oregon Coast and Brookings Fishing Charters has a well-earned reputation of being one of the premier charter boat companies in the Northwest targeting the hard-fighting, great-eating Chinook Salmon...
Brookings, OR
(541) 813-1082
Email us (wildriversfishing[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Bombing Site Tree – Heritage Tree
This Coast Redwood was planted in 1992 at the site of the only Japanese aerial bombing of the continental United States on September 9, 1942. The tree was planted by the pilot of the submarine-delivered reconnaissance plane, Flight Officer Nobuo...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Tidewinds Sportfishing
Tidewind Sportfishing offers guided trips for Quality Bottom, Salmon, Albacore and Crab. Whale-watching and specialty trips are also available.
16340 Lower Harbor RoadBrookings, OR
(541)469-0337
Email us (scoastsportfishing[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Monterey Cypress – Heritage Tree
Harrison G. Blake planted this tree, now the largest Monterey Cypress found in Oregon, when he built his house here in the 1850s. Blake was the first member of the Oregon House of Representatives from Southern Curry County in 1874...
Brookings, ORSouth Coast
Curry County Chamber of Commerce
The mission of Curry County Chamber of Commerce is to promote and encourage a viable economy that provides all citizens with a high quality of life.
703 Chetco AvenueBrookings, OR
Email us (currycountychamberofcommerce[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Steven Huber Guide Service
Enjoy a guided drift boat or jet boat fishing trip on the rivers of Southern Oregon. From beginner to expert, your guide Steve Huber will make sure your trip is an adventure to remember.
Brookings, OR
530-623-1918
Email us (steve[at]stevehuberguideservice[dot]com)
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Brookings City Hall Visitor Center
Brookings, OR Mail:
Brookings, OR
541-469-1103
Email us (lziemer[at]brookings[dot]or[dot]us)
Travel Curry Coast
Gold Beach, OR Mail: Suite 122
Gold Beach, OR
(541) 247-3222