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
Torex ATV Rentals
Florence, OR
(541)997-5363
Email us (info[at]torexatvrentals[dot]com)
Central Coast
Florence Golf Links
Nestled amidst the wind swept sand dunes and towering pines, golf does not get any more breathtaking than Florence Golf Links. Sculpted by nature, this wonderful scene provided a delightful canvas for world-renowned golf course architect Rees Jones to create...
1201 35th StreetFlorence, OR
541-997-1940
Email us (nikr[at]florencegolflinks[dot]com)
Central Coast
Heceta Head Lighthouse
There are few more dramatic vistas along the Oregon Coast than Heceta Head, a 200-foot bluff that juts out into the sea and is crowned with a 56-foot-tall lighthouse that has steered ships from danger since 1894. The view is...
Summer StreetFlorence, OR
(541)547-3416
Central Coast
Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
Part of the Siuslaw National Forest, the Oregon Dunes cover 40 miles (64 km) along the coast, North America's largest coastal dunes. There are many ways to explore this dramatic natural wonder: by air, foot or off-highway vehicle (OHV). Recreational...
855 Hwy 101Florence, OR
541-271-6000
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
Jessie M. Honeyman State Park
Two miles (3 km) of sand dunes between the park and the ocean. ATVs and OHVs can access the sand dunes and beaches from H Loop. The park includes two natural freshwater lakes, Cleawox (great for swimming) and Woahink (with...
Hwy 101Florence, OR
800-551-6949
Central Coast
Florence Golf Links
Florence Golf Links, nestled among the Oregon Dunes in Florence, offers an exceptional venue for hosting sporting events. The 18-hole, par-72 course, designed by Rees Jones, provides year-round playability suitable for all skill levels. The clubhouse features The Grill and...
1201 35th StreetFlorence, OR
541-997-1940
Central Coast
Bicycles 101
Bikes of all types. Guitars and accessories, strings stands tuners etc…
1537 8th StreetFlorence, OR
541-997-5717
Email us (bicycles101[at]inbox[dot]com)
Central Coast
Sand Master Park
Rent the world's first sandboarding park exclusively for an afternoon, day, weekend or an entire week! Located in Florence on the largest coastal dunes in North America, Sand Master Park features 40 acres (16.2 ha) of privately-owned sculpted sand dunes...
4981 Hwy 101Florence, OR
541-997-6006
Central Coast
Sand Master Park – Sandboarding
What can you do on the Oregon coast? Enjoy the world’s first sandboard park, located in the city of Florence the ‘Sandboarding Capital of the World’ in beautiful Lane County. With a 40 mile stretch of coastal sand dunes the...
4981 U.S. Hwy. 101Florence, OR
541-997-6006
Email us (info[at]sandmasterpark[dot]com)
Central Coast
Darlingtonia State Natural Site
Darlingtonia State Natural Site is the only Oregon state park property dedicated to the protection of a single plant species. Concurrently, the plants it protects are the only carnivorous flora in the system. This 18-acre botanical park provides parking and...
Florence, OR541-997-3851
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