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NEHALEM BAY, MANZANITA, WHEELER, ROCKAWAY BEACH VIRTUAL TOUR - on the OREGON COAST

From North to South - From Oswald State Park, Manzanita, Nehalem, Highway 53, Wheeler to Rockaway Beach
A Guide to Manzanita, Nehalem Bay, Wheeler and Rockaway - Beaches and Landmarks in dozens of Oregon Coast pictures
* Note: there are stops hidden between the tour stops listed

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Secret Cove Near Tunnel	Hidden Cove, Beach	Oswald State Park

Short Sand Beach	Forbidden Cliffs Near Manzanita	Forbidden Cliffs, Boiling Surf

Manzanita Freaky Cliffs	Forbidden Cliffs 4	Short Sand Beach from Above

Short Sand Beach, Manzanita	Viewpoints Above Manzanita	Looking Deeply Into the Viewpoint

Neahkahnie Viewpoints	Viewpoints, Rock Formation	Viewpoints Above Manzanita

Beaches of Manzanita	Manzanita Mystery	Moods of Manzanita

Sun and Moonrise Manzanita	Manzanita Heated Wind	Moods of Manzanita, Sunset

Secret Manzanita Park	Cool Manzanita Motel	Nehalem Bay State Park

Nehalem Bay State Park Hiking	Nehalem Bay State Park	Nehalem

Nehalem Architecture	Scenic Highway 53	Winery and Ken Kesey

Kooky Winery	Nehalem Bay Winery Attraction	Quaint and Kooky Wheeler

Wheeler	Wheeler Ancient History	Wheeler Dockside

Wheeler (learn about the "Wheeler Moments "Legend)	Wheeler Oddities	Manhattan Beach Access

Rockaway Beach North	Rockaway Beach Main Access	Rockaway's Main Wayside

Downtown Rockaway	Rockaway Sands and Rocks	Rockaway Twin Rocks, Close

Rockaway's Twin Rocks, Geology	Lodging in Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Wheeler & Nehalem Dining, Restaurants in Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Wheeler & Nehalem	Southern Rockaway, Minehaha

San Dune Inn, Manzanita. Just blocks from the beach, this cuddly little pet- and family friendly charmer boasts a host of complimentary fun stuff like beach games, beach chairs and bikes for carousing around town on, among other things. There are also free movies. Immaculate rooms - sense of fun and quirkiness as well. Small pet fee. www.sandune-inn-manzanita.com. 428 Dorcas Lane, Manzanita. 888-368-5163. READ FULL STORY HERE

Tradewinds Motel,Rockaway Beach. Expansive ocean views. For families, couples or large groups. Some pet friendly. All rooms immaculate: TV’s, VCR’s and in-room phones. Wi-fi. Oceanfronts all have queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and a private deck. Some oceanfront units come w/out kitchens. Lavish rooms, yet some still perfect for those on a budget. Has an elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite w/ two bedrooms. Some rooms connect to create two-room and three-room suites. 523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938. www.tradewinds-motel.com

Sunset Vacation Rentals. About 70 homes to choose from in north Oregon coast hotspots like Manzanita, Neah-Kah-Nie, Rockaway Beach, Nedonna Beach and the secretive Falcon Cove. These beauties sleep anywhere from two to 20 and many are pet friendly. Cozy bungalows to large homes with vaulted ceilings – beach funk to cutting edge. Huge array of amenities, such as vintage appliances, woodstove, DSL, wraparound deck, fireplace, soaker tub or wet bar and more – depending on home. 186 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-7969. 800-883-7784. www.ssvr.com.

Wheeler on the Bay Lodge and Marina. Front door access to kayaking, fishing on your own private dock. Each unit uniquely decorated. Affordable family-oriented rooms to luxurious, cozy rooms for romantic getaways. All come with fireplace, microwave, fridge, TV with DVD player, free movie rentals and coffee maker (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, apple cider). Some suites w/ hot tub spas, with in-room massages available. Highway 101, 580 Marine, Wheeler, Oregon. 503-368-5858. 800-469-3204. www.wheeleronthebay.com

Manzanita Rental Company. More than 70 homes on the beachfront of Manzanita, near the golf course, or on Neahkahnie. Large, modern homes or classic beach cottages w/ character may have hardwood floors, light knotty wood walls, open beam ceilings, skylights or lots of windows. Some pet friendly with a fee. Full kitchens and other features. Pay for six nights, get the seventh night free. 686 Manzanita Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 800-579-9801. 503-368-6797. www.manzanitarentals.com

San Dune Pub. A historical, even slight maritime vibe; a classy staple among locals and tourists alike. Homemade salad dressings, sauces, and desserts. Appetizers in $3 - $9 rangelike hummus. Burgers in varied incarnations like chili, bacon, cheese, teriyaki, BBQ, chipotle, veggie or chicken; lots of seafood possibilities. Wraps and ciabatta sandwiches around $8. Ten minutes from surfing paradise of Short Sands; legendary live music hotspot. 17 beers, large wine selection, full bar. 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita (25 mins from Tillamook, 45 mins from Oceanside, Oregon). 503-386-5080. www.sandunepub.com

OceanEdge Vacation Rentals. Nearly 30 ocean front, ocean view homes, or across the street from the beach. Homes for 2 or 12 people. Over half pet friendly w/ free internet. All w/ basics like kitchens, TV, VCR, DVD, CD player, BBQ, dishwashers and washers/dryers, and often a garage. Some may have large decks, sauna or hot tub, open lawn, stone patio, outdoor furniture, a loft, or maybe even a piano. 330 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. (503) 368-3343. www.oceanedge-vacation-rentals.com

Ocean Inn. Ten beautifully appointed units against the beach. Spacious rooms with high ceilings, mix of wood and brick. Four apartments are one-bedroom, full kitchen units. Four have full kitchens, ocean views. Two units are suites: one w/ ocean view, one handicap equipped. Some pet friendly. Each unit TV/VCR, microwave, futon couches. Other amenities may include oceanside decks, wood stoves, Jacuzzi baths, dishwasher and a garage or carport. 32 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-7701. 866-368-7701. www.oceaninnatmanzanita.com.

Rick’s Roadhouse Bar & Grille. Classy, w/ feel of a cozy, neighborhood bar you’d feel good about taking Grandma to. Gargantuan toasted sub sandwiches w/ gourmet touch, (all around $8). Coastal comfort foods such as large portions of halibut and chips, prawns and chips, chicken wings, etc. Burgers have nifty new ideas (around $7). Small selection of Mexi favorites and interesting extras. Karaoke at night. Over 21 only. 184 Highway 101. Rockaway Beach, Oregon. 503-355-2052. See menu

Inn at Manzanita. Nestled among coastal pine and spruce in open Japanese-style landscaped environment. Unique themed rooms w/ breakfast tables, wet-bars (fridge), partial ocean views in several. Suite has three bedrooms and two-baths, partial ocean views, full kitchen, plasma TV, private garage w/ dog kennel. All rooms: two-person jetted spa, terry robes, coffee, tea and hot chocolate; cable TV, DVD, VCR, CD player and hair dryer. Some rooms have kitchens, living room areas, and some child friendly. 67 Laneda Avenue. Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-6754 http://innatmanzanita.com

Beach Break Vacation Rentals, LLC. Rental houses in Manzanita, along Nehalem River, Falcon Cove, Neahkahnie Mountain, Rockaway Beach, down to Cape Meares. Extremely varied styles: large homes to small, romantic cottages; oceanfront townhomes to unique. You may find large decks, indoor or outdoor hot tubs, Jacuzzis, barbecues, crab cookers, fire pit or home w/ boat moorage or a sauna. Plenty are ocean view, but also numerous mountain views available. Office in Nehalem, on 101. 503-368-3865. 877-655-0623. www.beach-break.com

Oregon Beach Vacations. Literally over 200 homes available as vacation rentals – all quite distinctive and carefully selected to be special. Find them in Yachats, Waldport, Newport, Nye Beach, Otter Rock, Depoe Bay, Gleneden Beach, Lincoln Beach, Lincoln City, Neskowin, Pacific City, Tierra Del Mar, Manzanita and Rockaway Beach. Offices in Lincoln City and Cannon Beach. 1-800-723-2383. www.oregonbeachvacations.com