See the Astoria-Megler Bridge from a whole new perspective. This epic event gives participants once-a-year access to cross the longest continuous truss bridge in North America. Whether you’re an experienced runner or looking for a family-friendly event, the Great Columbia…
You can now stay at The Y DORMITORY located in the former YMCA building in Astoria, Oregon. This 2500 sq. ft. space is a perfect place to spend time with multiple families or a group of friends. The spacious living…
If you’re looking for miles and miles of hiking, panoramic ocean views, and a secluded beach often filled with agates and other unique seashells, then look no further than Cape Lookout State Park. More than eight miles of hiking and…
Kelly Short is a licensed Oregon fishing guide on Columbia River with 30 years of experience fishing Salmon, Sturgeon and Steelhead, year-round, all over the Northwest, specializing in guided fishing trips on the Columbia River, the Willamette River, Tillamook Bay…
The Cannon Beach Farmers Market (CBFM) vendors sell flowers in addition to a wide variety of fresh produce, pasture-raised meat, seafood, organic cheeses, and hand-crafted artisan food products in the lively Midtown area of Cannon Beach. The CBFM is an easy…
Whatever your adventurous curiosities, there’s nothing like the promise of a new year to start turning aspirations into experiences. And what better place than the Oregon Coast to try an adventure that’s new to you. From mountain biking and disc golfing to guided fishing trips, fat-tire biking and paddling, the Oregon Coast is packed with adventure. Here are five to try.
Digging clams for dinner is a beloved tradition on the Oregon Coast. Whether they’re steamed, fried or the star of a hearty chowder, bivalves are a prized ingredient from the sea. Armed with a license and a few tools, you can explore an entire menu on Oregon’s coastal bays, which are home to five major clam species including the gaper, cockle, littleneck, butter and soft-shell. Or head to the North Coast, where you can find the succulent razor clam on ocean beaches. Here are some top places for clam digging and enjoying these briny treats on Oregon’s coast.
On most days you can find Alanna Kieffer by the Pacific Ocean. She might be farming Pacific dulse for Oregon Seaweed or sharing her love of marine ecosystems with others through her business Shifting Tides, which connects people and place through educational adventures in Oregon’s intertidal zones. Or she might be planning special dining events for a multivenue series she co-founded, Winter Waters, which focuses on regenerative seafood. Regardless of where she is, however, one thing’s certain: She’s raising awareness about the habitats of the Oregon Coast.
Located inside of the Lewis Building in the heart of downtown, Selina Astoria Hotel (formerly Commodore Astoria) blends antique with modernity, reflecting the historic roots of the property. A quick walk from the shore, and just minutes from some of…
America’s Classic Mom & Pop Inn with extra personal attention. Same owners 18 years. Best Value on the Oregon Coast.
