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.
The largest deep-draft port between San Francisco and the Puget Sound in Washington State, Coos Bay, along with neighboring North Bend, anchors the Southern Coast as a highly active harbor and thriving city. Coos Bay is artistic and deeply shaped by the people who call it home. The historic bayside Marshfield District is home to a multitude of historic buildings, theaters, shops, restaurants, galleries, and parks.
Yet from the city of Coos Bay it’s just a short trip to the untamed expanses of the Southern Oregon Coastal Wilderness. Adventures in the Oregon Dunes, long stretches of sandy beach, and forested hikes are all nearby. Close access to rivers, lakes, Coos Bay, and the Pacific Ocean makes water sport and exploration easy. And, like the rest of this beautiful region, the Cape Arago Highway coastal drive rewards those who stop a while and explore off the beaten path.
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South Coast
Wavecrest Discoveries
Reconnect with nature on Oregon’s South Coast in the “mind-refreshing” nature-based tours and activities by Wavecrest Discoveries. These engaging and enlightening explorations refresh your mind and spirit as you gain an intimate understanding of this scenic, diverse region. Fun and...
Coos Bay, OR
541-267-4027
Email us (mgiles[at]wavecrestdiscoveries[dot]com)
South Coast
Coos Bay Escape Room
Grab a group and come out and play one of the escape rooms at the Pony Village Mall! The 60 minute games are challenging but fun. Escape rooms are perfect for having a great time with your family and friends, on...
1611 Virginia AvenueCoos Bay, OR
541-808-9000
Email us (info[at]thecoosbayescaperoom[dot]com)
South Coast
Checkerberry’s Flowers & Gifts
Fresh flowers and unique gifts
169 N. 2nd StreetCoos Bay, OR
541-269-5312
South Coast
Oregon Coast Music Association
The Oregon Coast Music Association (OCMA) is a nonprofit corporation organized for the purpose of involving, enriching, and inspiring the community by providing quality classical music, and creative musical experiences. OCMA offices are located within the Coos Art Museum.
235 Anderson Ave.Coos Bay, OR
(541)267-0938
Email us (staff[at]oregoncoastmusic[dot]org)
South Coast
Coos History Museum & Maritime Collection
The Coos History Museum faces Coos Bay along Highway 101 frontage. With ever-changing exhibits, event and rental space, a unique museum shop and a developing bayfront plaza, this community built facility (550+ donors) opened new in 2015. Formerly known as...
1210 North Front StreetCoos Bay, OR
(541) 756-6320
Email us (info[at]cooshistory[dot]org)
South Coast
Hales Center for the Performing Arts
Located on the Southwestern Oregon Community College campus in Coos Bay, the Hales Center seats up to 500 people for all types of live performances.
1988 Newmark Ave.Coos Bay, OR
541-888-2525
South Coast
Coos Bay Public Library
Coos Bay Public Library connects our community to information in various forms, ensures equitable access to information and technology, and provides opportunities for learning, cultural enrichment, and improved quality of life.
525 Anderson Ave.Coos Bay, OR
(541) 269-1101
Email us (bayref[at]coosbaylibrary[dot]org)
South Coast
Marshfield Sun Printing Museum
Features original equipment of The Sun Newspaper (1891 –1944) and exhibits on printing and local history.Hours: Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Tues-Sat 1pm – 4pm. For group tours or other times of the year call 541-266-0901 or 541-267-3762.
1049 N Front StCoos Bay, OR
541-267-3762
Email us (mgiles[at]wavecrestdiscoveries[dot]com)
South Coast
Shore Acres Monterey Pine – Heritage Tree
This Monterey pine was planted between 1906 and 1921 by the Simpson family as part of their extensive estate. Louis J. Simpson was a lumberman, shipbuilder, and founder of the city of North Bend. In 1942, Simpson sold his estate...
Coos Bay, ORSouth Coast
OrCoast Music
Antiques, musical instruments. Located in the historic Empire District.
787 NewmarkCoos Bay, OR
541-888-0394
South Coast
Mytime Outfitters
Coos Bay, OR
(541) 290-1515
Email us (gettingmytimein[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
The Dolphin Playhouse
Home of the Dolphin Players… the Dolphin Players produce six to seven full productions every year, offer classes and meeting space in the Dolphin Playhouse located in the Empire District of Coos Bay.
580 Newmark Ave.Coos Bay, OR
(541)808-2611
Email us (dolphinplayers[at]gmail[dot]com)
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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)