With a long history as a coastal getaway, today the town still offers plenty of wide-open spaces on a picturesque beach that goes on for miles.
Rockaway Beach was a vacation spot before highways were established, bringing families in the 1920s to its expansive, sandy beach via train. Despite hundreds of vacation rental houses and hotel rooms—many with beach access—the coastline is generally uncrowded. Here you can explore distinctive local shops and restaurants, then light a beach bonfire and stargaze on the sand. A steam engine train still ferries curious travelers along a route with views of Tillamook Bay, tide pools, and the ocean — all while preserving a slice of Rockaway Beach history.
Featured Spots
North Coast
Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad
Step back in time and experience a bit of yesteryear. Enjoy the beautiful Oregon Coast line by riding the rail behind a 1910 Heisler Steam Locomotive. This scenic trip chugs along Tillamook Bay and gives passengers views of the ocean....
306 American AvenueGaribaldi, OR
503-842-7972
Email us (info[at]oregoncoastscenic[dot]org)
North Coast
International Police Museum
The International Police Museum is the home of an extensive collection of vintage and modern national and international police uniforms and equipment. The purpose of the International Police Museum is to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret police history and heritage...
320 S US-101Rockaway Beach, OR
503-354-4454
Email us (info[at]internationalpolicemuseum[dot]org)
North Coast
Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center Caboose
Community volunteers operate the Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Caboose entirely. It is typically open daily from 10:30 to 2:30 p.m. (depending upon volunteer availability). Stop in to learn about the area, purchase some Rockaway or Train-themed...
103 S 1st AvenueRockaway Beach, OR
503-355-8108
Email us (info[at]RockawayBeach[dot]net)
North Coast
Trash & Treasures
Trash & Treasures was founded in 1982. The shop has gone through several transformations since then and today it’s known as Rockaway’s premier Antique & Collectible Mall. Presently offering a variety of merchandise including depression glass, carnival glass, vintage memorabilia,...
180 US 101Rockaway Beach, OR
503-355-2101
North Coast
Manhattan Beach State Recreation Site
You’ll find this day-use park just off of Highway 101 north of Rockaway. Picnic tables are nestled into small cul-de-sacs surrounded by shore pine to provide a break from the wind. After a leisurely lunch, kick off your shoes and...
Rockaway Beach, OR503-812-0650
North Coast
Charlie Foster’s NW Sturgeon Adventures LLC
Rockaway Beach, OR
(503) 820-1189
Email us (cfoster569[at]yahoo[dot]com)