Riding ATVs on the sand dunes is great family fun! Rent a quad or a mini dune buggy from Sandlake Tsunami ATV Rental and explore scenic Sandlake Dunes overlooking the beach on the Oregon Coast. They’re located just 3 miles…
The Oregon Coast’s newest distillery (and the only one located in Nehalem) produces over 20 different varieties. Spirits of the West creates whiskies (Honey Shine wihiskey is a favorite), brandy, vodka, rum and cordials. Visit their tasting room and enjoy…
The only thing more outstanding than the food is the spectacular view of Tillamook Bay and Bay Ocean Spit. While the extensive seafood menu is packed with delicious entries and freshly-caught seafood, the real treasure here is their breakfast menu….
Pacific Coast Candy is a family owned candy store located in the beautiful coastal town of Pacific City, Oregon. They offer a variety of salt water taffy, bulk candy and specialty chocolates. They also carry Tillamook ice cream that you…
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Oregon coast while enjoying a guided horseback riding experience like no other. Meander along the shoreline, feeling the cool ocean breeze and the rhythmic cadence of your horse’s hooves. Venture into the rolling…
As a new style in the cycling world, gravel riding has exploded in popularity across the country. Defined by its versatility, gravel biking allows riders to traverse a variety of less trafficked, nontechnical terrains that deliver ample opportunity for solitude, scenery and a variety of distances. Visitors find gravel riding perfect for mountainous states like Oregon due to the abundance of trails and nearly 30,000 national forest service roads in the state, where cyclists can explore for miles.
If you and your kids want to learn about marine life, the Oregon Coast has you covered. You’ll find everything from aquariums with kid-friendly touch pools to interactive museums that uncover some of the ocean’s many mysteries. One must-see is Newport’s Oregon Coast Aquarium, which features a new giant Pacific octopus habitat designed to resemble a natural seafloor. “The wraparound viewing window gives guests the chance to see the octopus as it feeds, plays and displays its colorful camouflage,” says Jeremy Burke, the aquarium’s director of marketing and visitor services.
With 363 miles of pristine coastline, the Oregon Coast is a dream vacation for beach-loving dogs. In addition to long stretches of sandy shores for splashing, your dog can sniff along fragrant evergreen trails that lead to ocean views, then chill on a friendly restaurant patio. Here are some ideas to map out your next coastal quest with your best buddy. For a place to stay, choose a dog-friendly hotel on the Coast.
European-style coffee house and bistro serving fresh baked pastries, Caffe Vita coffee and a full breakfast and dinner menu.
