Winchester Bay is a small port village at the Pacific end of the Umpqua River. Close to the heart of Oregon Coastal Dunes, the village is an ideal basecamp for all kinds of expeditions into the Southern Coast.
Due to its strategic riverside location, Winchester Bay began as a frontier town in the fur and timber trades. That proximity continues to pay dividends today, providing visitors to Winchester Bay the unique opportunity to explore along the river, venture into the dunes on foot, buggy, or horseback, or participate in the town’s famous crabbing tradition. Known as the “Crab Capital of the World”, Winchester Bay provides rentals and everything you need to try your hand at snagging fresh Dungeness Crab. Finish your day with a tour of the Umpqua Lighthouse (make sure to call ahead), then rent a yurt or cabin and sleep near the sea.
Featured Spots
South Coast
Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area beckons you to its warm and inviting sand dunes. Experience the Pacific Ocean on one side, a series of lakes on the other with a vast beach right in the middle. The wind-sculpted sand dunes...
Winchester Bay, OR(541)271-3611
South Coast
Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum
Inside the Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum you’ll find hundreds of documents, photographs, and artifacts that illustrate the story of the Umpqua River Lighthouse from its early existence as a Lifesaving Station to the U.S. Coast Guard station that sits on...
1020 Lighthouse RdWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-4631
South Coast
Lucky Me Charters
Winchester Bay, OR
(541) 948-3905
Email us (Roy[at]ykwc[dot]net)
South Coast
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park is located less than a mile from the famous Salmon Harbor on Winchester Bay. The campground and developed day use areas are centered around beautiful Lake Marie. Access to this small freshwater lake is provided for...
Winchester Bay, OR541-271-4118
South Coast
Ridin’ Dirty ATV Rentals
Whether you’re a first time riding the dunes or you need a couple extra machines for your group, family-owned Ridin’ Dirty ATV Rentals has you covered.
75293 US Hwy 101Winchester Bay, OR
(541)817-7106
Email us (ridindirtyrentals[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Pelican Market
Grocery story, market and sport shop
75298 Hwy 101Winchester Bay, OR
(541) 271-3950
South Coast
Dockside Gifts
Known for their freshly made fudge, Dockside Gifts is a gift, novelty, souvenir and fudge shop located in Winchester Bay.
120 Coho Point LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-1210
South Coast
Umpqua River
The North Umpqua is one of the most beautiful rivers on the Pacific Northwest coast. Renowned for its excellent summer steelhead fly-fishing opportunities, it provides a unique challenge to anglers from all over the world. It also provides an exhilarating...
Winchester Bay, ORSouth Coast
Chinook Charters
Chinook Charters offers guided trips for ocean crabbing and rockfish, lingcod, halibut (call after May for information) and tuna trips (in Summer).
93762 Raymond LnWinchester Bay, OR
(541) 662-0964
Email us (Chinookcharters[at]live[dot]com)
South Coast
Winchesterbay Charters
Winchesterbay Charters offers guided fishing trips along the Oregon coast and Umpqua River.
465 Beach Blvd.Winchester Bay, OR
(541)361-0180
Email us (winchesterbaycharters[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
The Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce for the Reedsport Winchester Bay area can provide information about events, attractions and where to stay. Reedsport and Winchester Bay are located on Highway 101 on the Southern Oregon Coast. They’re located in...
2741 Frontage RoadReedsport, OR
541-271-3495
Email us (reedsportchamberofcommerce[at]gmail[dot]com)
Featured Dining
South Coast
Bedrock’s on the Bay
Bedrock’s on the Bay serves pizza, roasted chicken, fish and chips, salads, awesome breakfast, sandwiches and of course the world famous clam chowder!
105 Coho Point LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-2431
South Coast
Fishpatrick’s Specialty Canned Tuna
Patrick has been a professional fisherman since 1999. He and his family have also owned and operated Fishpatrick’s Crabby Café since 2003. Quality food and attention to detail has kept that little restaurant successful ever since. Patrick captains the Manatee...
196 Bayfront LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-1875
South Coast
BJ’s Old Fashion Ice Cream
Winchester Bay, OR
(541)271-1212
South Coast
Umpqua Triangle Oysters from Umpqua Aquaculture
Umpqua triangle oysters are some of the sweetest oysters in the Pacific Northwest. Umpqua Aquaculture grows their oysters using suspended long lines, which means they never touch the ocean floor. Submerged twenty-four hours a day in a mixture of cold...
723 Ork Rock Rd.Winchester Bay, OR
541-271-5684
Email us (umpquaaqua[at]wildblue[dot]net)
South Coast
Sourdough Bakery
Sourdough Bakery is all things sourdough. Enjoy bread, baguettes, bagels, pizza, focaccia, sandwiches and chowder (July-August only). They’ve also added U-Bake pizza to their menu. They’re unique, and made with their own scratch-made sourdough crust and loaded up with lots...
75318 Bayfront LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)234-4989
South Coast
Rockabilly Roasters Cafe
You’ll find fresh in-house roasted coffee and homemade food at Rockabilly Roasters Cafe.
140 Coho Point LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)361-6620
Email us (rockabillyroasterscafe[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Crabby Bar & Grill
Crabby Bar & Grill’s menu is full of healthy, whole foods with ingredients and recipes made from scratch. Locally caught seafood, either sautéed, grilled or deep fried in clear, non-trans fat oils or real butter. Fresh Dungeness crab is a...
196 Bayfront LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-3474
Email us (crabbysBnG[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Wild Rivers Coast Food Trail
The Wild Rivers Coast Food Trail is a collective effort that connects locals and visitors to the bounty on Oregon’s South Coast. Supporting local food is a way to support our local communities and the producers/ crafters that work hard...
Coos Bay, OREmail us (wrcfoodtrail[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
La Herradura Mexican Restaurant III
La Herradura Mexican Restaurant III is a family restaurant serving up Mexican food favorites.
208 Bayfront LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)361-6544
South Coast
Griff’s on the Bay
Griff’s on the Bay is a family run seafood restaurant on the Oregon Coast. Enjoy amazing seafood, steaks and ambiance on the bay with indoor and outdoor seating.
142 Bay Front LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-2512
South Coast
Sportsmen’s Cannery & Smokehouse
Sportsmen’s Cannery & Smokehouse has been preparing catches from the sea for more than 50 years. This experience has brought about absolute perfection in delivering the freshest most flavorful can seafood available anywhere. Their gourmet canned fish is hand packed...
182 Bayfront LoopWinchester Bay, OR
(541)271-3293
South Coast
King Neptune Drive In
Stop by the King Neptune Drive In for old-fashioned burgers and seafood. Try their homemade gluten-free clam chowder, and don’t forget to add ice cream or a shake to your order.
75310 Hwy 101Winchester Bay, OR
(541)271-4302
Featured Lodging
South Coast
Umpqua Dunes RV Park
Winchester Bay, OR
541-957-7001
South Coast
Pointe Condominiums
Luxurious Oregon coast vacation rentals. 3 bedroom condominiums with direct dune access,views of the bay, 2 car garage, jacuzzi tub, free wifi.
1604 Salmon Harbor Dr.Winchester Bay, OR
(541)361-0617
Email us (thepointecondominiums[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Half Moon Bay RV Park and Campground
Half Moon Bay offers reservable and first come, first served individual and group campsites for RVs, pickup campers and tents (non-hook up). Enjoy easy access to ocean beaches and fishing, Dunes National Recreation Area, Umpqua River Lighthouse and other outdoor...
1645 Salmon Harbor Dr.Winchester Bay, OR
541-957-7001
Email us (parks[at]co[dot]douglas[dot]or[dot]us)
South Coast
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park (RV Park)
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park is located less than a mile from the famous Salmon Harbor on Winchester Bay. The campground and developed day use areas are centered around beautiful Lake Marie. Access to this small freshwater lake is provided for...
460 Lighthouse RoadWinchester Bay, OR
800-551-6949
South Coast
Winchester Bay Vacation Rentals
Winchester Bay Vacation Rentals offers the perfect getaway for the family, a romantic escape for a couple or just you and your fishing buddies ready to experience a vacation paradise on Oregon’s southern coast. Located just off Highway 101 these...
445 BroadwayWinchester Bay, OR
541.297.6073
Email us (winchesterbayrentals[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Winchester Bay RV Resort
You’ll find easy access to beaches from Winchester Bay RV Resort. Enjoy the waterside views of the harbor, the entrance of the Umpqua River and the Pacific Ocean.
120 Marina WayWinchester Bay, OR
541-271-0287
Email us (salmon[at]co[dot]douglas[dot]or[dot]us)
South Coast
Harbor View Motel
Under new ownership in 2017, the Harbor View Motel is a clean and comfortable place to stay with some of the best views of the harbor in Winchester Bay. With a large parking lot in front the lodging property, it...
540 Beach Blvd.Winchester Bay, OR
(541)271-3352
South Coast
Winchester Bay Inn
Quaintly nestled against the mountains at the mouth of the great Umpqua River on the beautiful Salmon Harbor, the Winchester Bay Inn offers guests a unique and affordable lodging experience on the South-Central Oregon Coast. There is wide variety of...
390 Broadway Ave.Winchester Bay, OR
541-271-4871
Email us (winchesterbayinn[at]gmail[dot]com)
South Coast
Salmon Harbor Landing
This cozy family owned and operated motel has 8 rooms that are individually themed. There’s a fishing room, jungle theme, nautical and more. They also offer a vacation rental that sleeps 6. The owner and staff go above and beyond...
265 S. 8th St.Winchester Bay, OR
541-271-3742
Email us (salmonharborlanding[at]yahoo[dot]com)
South Coast
Windy Cove “A” & “B”
ituated in the heart of recreational activity on Douglas County’s coastline, this is the perfect campground for the off-road enthusiast, fisherman or beach comber. Windy Cove A RV Park & Campground Offers: Complete camping facilities for RV’S, pickup campers, and...
380 Salmon Harbor DriveWinchester Bay, OR
541-957-7001
Email us (parks[at]co[dot]douglas[dot]or[dot]us)
South Coast
Winchester Bay Getaway at the Dunes
Under new management we now allow crab cooking outside. Clean best rental in Winchester bay. New lower rates just 100 yards from the marina, and umpqua river. Approx. 1 mile from the ocean and sand dunes. In the heart of...
665 Clear Lake Ave.Winchester Bay, OR
South Coast
Mi Casa Sue Casa
Located just 200 yards from the Winchester Bay Sand Dunes, you will be able to spend your vacation enjoying them, instead of trying to get to them. Situated on 3/4 acres overlooking Half Moon Bay with an unobstructed view of...
105 Sunset Dr.Winchester Bay, OR
(503)936-0620
Email us (steve[at]micasa-suecasa[dot]com)