OCV Region: North Coast
All About Shipwrecks and Winter Storms on the Oregon Coast
For centuries mariners grappled with how to navigate channels up and down the Oregon Coast. The Columbia Bar, for instance, sits where the Columbia River empties into the Pacific Ocean — and has been the site of roughly 2,000 shipwrecks since 1792. Though nowadays things are much safer with jetties and bar pilots, the bar’s rough waters earned it the nickname “Graveyard of the Pacific.” Other passages have less dramatic but no less powerful stories of their own.
Cheese Lover’s Guide to the Oregon Coast
Though better known for oceanside fish and chips and DIY crabbing and clamming in its many bays, the Oregon Coast is also the home of rolling pasture land and a long history of making cheese. The lush green pastures of the Coast Range foothills are home to herds of Holsteins and Jerseys, and some pretty cute goats, too, whose milk is the basis for delicious cheeses. Add one of these cheesy spots to your next Coast visit, or plan a whole cheese-tasting road trip.
Wellness Getaways on the Oregon Coast
For many people, winter is a time to slow down, get cozy, relax and reflect — and the Oregon Coast is just the place to do it. While the natural beauty of the Coast is enough to inspire a deep sense of peace in those who visit, it also features excellent hotels and spas where wellness takes center stage, many of which offer enticing off-season rates. Here are some of our favorite places for your winter wellness retreat.
Sonny’s Astoria
At Sonny’s Astoria, they pride themselves on crafting the perfect pizza experience. They make their dough fresh daily, along with many other ingredients, to ensure every bite is a true foodie delight. Taste the difference that freshness and quality make….
Tillamook RV Park
Tillamook RV Park welcomes you to enjoy their pleasant park. Adjacent to Highway 101, a block north of the Tillamook Creamery. Complimentary coffee and hot chocolate, complimentary DVD rentals, and for RV campers, a free bundle of wood the first night…
Tillamook Chamber of Commerce
Tillamook is located on the Northern Oregon Coast tucked between the Coastal Range Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The City of Tillamook is the gateway to the area where some of the most beautiful beaches on the Oregon Coast are…
Monday Musical Club
Bringing professional entertainment to Tillamook County, the Monday Musical Club of Tillamook hosts several shows each year that help elevate the arts and culture of Tillamook County. They also offer several free concerts throughout the year at various times and…
Arch Cape
Arch Cape snugs up against Highway 101 between Cannon Beach and Manzanita. Surfers are drawn to the big waves at nearby Oswald West State Park, while beachcombers and hikers delight in the long sweep of beach to a hidden waterfall…
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…