OCV Region: North Coast

Neskowin Beach State Recreation Site

The long beach and Cascade headland are delightfully pristine.  During low tide, the Neskowin Ghost Forest is in view. The “forest” features remnants of an ancient Sitka spruce forest with the stumps estimated to be about 2000 years old. In…

Finns Fish House

Finns Fish House takes great pride in offering a wide variety of our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. A comfortable and casual fine dining atmosphere with affordable prices! Enjoy the early bird breakfast special and happy hour available 7 days…

Seaside

Located just 90 minutes from Portland on the north coast, Seaside offers spectacular ocean views next to a bustling downtown. Walk or bike the 1.5-mile promenade, feed the seals at the Seaside Aquarium, cruise the shops and restaurants on Broadway…

Fun Family-Friendly Stays on the Oregon Coast

If you’re planning a family getaway on the Oregon Coast this spring, these unique stays will extend your adventures beyond the surf. Cozy up together close to nature in a cabin or yurt, stay in a cluster of tiny homes or explore a reimagined vintage motel. We’ve rounded up a list of memorable digs sure to satisfy every budget and taste.

The Science of Sand

Next to majestic sea stacks and awe-inspiring surf, sand might not be the most obvious marvel of the Oregon Coast. Without those humble little granules, though, there would be no sandcastles, no writing your name on the beach and no sinking your toes into warm softness on a dune hike. Here’s a crash course on how sand comes and goes, who lives in this special habitat, and how we can help protect it.

Where to Eat Pizza on the Oregon Coast

After a day of playing on the beach with the family or hiking in lush coastal forests, sometimes a hot, cheesy pizza hits the spot. The Coast has a pie for a range of tastes, too, from kid-friendly classics to premium toppings on artisan pies. Whether you’re searching for a neighborhood joint or hoping to try innovative combos while enjoying a waterfront view, here are six spots to consider.

Zen Garden Bed & Breakfast

The Zen Garden Bed and Breakfast is situated halfway down the Manzanita seven mile beach. This Oregon coast bed and breakfast is less than a minute’s walk from the Pacific Ocean, on the edge of Nehalem Bay State Park. Zen…

Shilo Inn Suites Warrenton

The Shilo Inns Warrenton is located one mile south of Astoria off Highway 101. Warrenton and Astoria are Oregon’s prime sport fishing centers and convenient to all northern Oregon coast activities. The hotel, with 63 clean and comfortable rooms is…

Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament

With over 2,000 teams and 200 courts in the sand, the Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament is a great event for both players and spectators.

Tillamook Coast Volunteer Adventures

Renew your sense of purpose and become part of the community while learning more about the people and organizations that care for our natural spaces. Breathe in the ocean air. Feel the land beneath your boots. Gaze in wonder at…

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