Florence is a hub for adventure-seekers. Located right in the center of the Oregon Coast, it’s a short trip to big sand dune expeditions, miles of beach for kiteboarding and surfing, and ancient forests for biking.
Visitors and residents alike often head out into the wild to ride dune buggies and ATVs, or sand-boards, on the nearby dunes. But the dunes are just the beginning, with the Siuslaw River flowing right through the middle of town and a dozen pristine lakes within a dozen miles. Florence itself has a vibrant Old Town district with lodging, a marina, quaint shops, fascinating galleries, and incredible food and drink. Voyage into the great unknown, and then wind down the day with a local craft beer and some fresh seafood.
Featured Spots
Central Coast
Sandland Adventures
Featuring exciting dune buggy tours up to 10 passengers and scenic giant tours on 27+ passenger buggies (accommodating up to 54). Also offering a fun center with go-karts, 18-hole miniature golf, bumper boats, riding railroad, gift shop and more.
85366 Highway 101Florence, OR
(541) 997-8087
Email us (Sandland[at]sandland[dot]com)
Central Coast
South Jetty Beach
South Jetty area provides day use access to the beach and dunes, with separate areas for off-highway vehicle (OHV) use and non-motorized use. Walkers and hikers can enjoy miles of open beach and explore dune formations above the Siltcoos River.
Sand Dunes RdFlorence, OR
Central Coast
Sand Dunes Frontier
A unique opportunity to experience the Oregon Dunes. Located four miles (6.4 km) south of Florence with direct access to the dunes. Offering guided tours, group tours, ATV rentals, gift shop, snack bar, ATV camping and miniature golf.
83960 US-101Florence, OR
541-997-3544
Email us (mike[at]buckwaldaccounting[dot]com)
Central Coast
Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park
This versatile, beautiful coastal park is situated halfway up the Oregon coast, three miles south of the city of Florence. Honeyman is the second largest Oregon state park campground, offering more than 350 campsites, hiking trails, and miles of sand...
Florence, OR541-997-3851
Central Coast
Three Rivers Casino
Florence is home to Oregon’s newest, friendliest and most modern gaming experience. Three Rivers Casino has all the Vegas games you love to play with wider aisles and ergonomic chairs. You’ll breathe easy in this state-of-the-art air quality Casino. Enjoy...
5647 Hwy 126Florence, OR
877-374-8377
Email us (winners[at]threeriverscasino[dot]com)
Central Coast
Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park
Washburne is located on the east side of Highway 101 with a buffer of native plants and trees between you and the highway. The campsites are spacious and are available on a first come first served basis except for the...
Florence, OR(541)547-3416
Central Coast
Venomous Sandboards
Since 1991, Venomous sandboards and sandsleds have been the number one choice of pros and recreational dune boarders around the world. Now located in Florence, Oregon along with the Sand Master Park store.
4981 Hwy 101Florence, OR
541-997-6006
Email us (info[at]venomousboards[dot]com)
Central Coast
The Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed offers arts & crafts and cooking classes and workshops.
509 Kingwood StreetFlorence, OR
541-991-3888
Email us (deb[at]themustardseed1720[dot]com)
Central Coast
U.B.U. Naturally Mind Body & Spirit
U.B.U. Naturally Mind Body & Spirit offers holistic remedies and unique gifts including essential oil blends, herbal teas, candles and crystals.
302 Kingwood StreetFlorence, OR
541-653-7736
Email us (ribnurse41[at]gmail[dot]com)
Central Coast
Oregon Coast Military Museum
The Oregon Coast Military Museum was incorporated on December 31, 2008 as an Oregon Domestic Non-Profit corporation. With a stated mission of “Honoring Our Veterans by Educating Our Public”, we have completed a military museum which opened on July 4,...
2145 Kingwood StreetFlorence, OR
541-902-5160
Email us (ocmmflorence[at]gmail[dot]com)
Central Coast
Siuslaw Pioneer Museum
Displays relics and historical information featuring the Siuslaw River and its pioneers. Home life, farming, fishing, lumbering and transportation are shown in displays and pictures. Wheelchair ramp. Closed Mondays. Closed in December
278 Maple StreetFlorence, OR
541-997-7884
Email us (spmuseum[at]oregonfast[dot]net)
Central Coast
Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint
Named for its crowning feature, the iconic Heceta Head Lighthouse, this park also features an historic bed and breakfast, a sheltered beach that’s easy to access from the parking lot, and a challenging and scenic hike along a section of...
Florence, OR541-547-3416