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Cushman
Glenada
Canary
Siltcoos
Dunes City
Gardiner
East Gardiner
Reedsport
Winchester Bay

• Ziolkouski Beach Park: Winchester Bay�

Lakeside
Saunders Lake
Hauser
Glasgow
North Bend
Coos Bay - Charleston Visitors

- Slow But Epic Oregon Coast Drama, Coos Bay's Sujameco Wreck Still Visible

• Charleston Marina on South Oregon Coast: Where Placid Meets the Raucous

• Radar Bunker at Coos Bay's Cape Arago: Living S. Oregon Coast History

• Why Shore Acres Waves Are So Big: Height Measurement, Geology | S. Oregon Coast

- Coos Bay Area Discoveries: New South Oregon Coast History, Scientific Finds�

Bunker Hill
Millington
Barview
Charleston
Coquille
Bullards
Bandon

• Bandon's Wizards Hat Rock and Howling Dog: Which is which • Surprise: Bandon's Wizards Hat Rock is one and Howling Dog Rock and Komax are the same

• Bandon Hotels, Lodging, Vacation Rentals

• Whiskey Run Beach Near Bandon a Subtle Wild Card on South Oregon Coast

Historic Adventures of a Lighthouse on South Oregon Coast: Coquille River Light at Bandon

• How Bandon's Face Rock Was Created: A Wild S. Oregon Coast Geologic Tale

- Bandon History: 'Great Flood of '96' for South Oregon Coast Hit Coos Bay, Bandon in Nov

Norway
Myrtle Point
Drew Valley
Laurel Grove
Fourmile
Broadbent

ALL CURRY COUNTY BEACHES

Langlois

China Creek
Beach Access #155
Closing in on Bandon

China Creek Access (#155) at Bandon: Between South Oregon Coast Wonders - A sandy expanse between Face Rock and Cape

• Will the Real China Creek of Oregon Coast Please Stand Up: Bandon, Near Florence

Denmark

Floras Lake
Beach Access #156
Near MP 289
Features Boice Cope Park + Blacklock Point trail

Access #159 Cape Blanco Beach North
Near MP 296

- 1919 Wreck of J.A. Chanslor on South Oregon Coast Left 36 Dead Near Cape Blanco 

- How Cape Blanco is a Dividing Line in South Oregon Coast Weather

- S. Oregon Coast's Cape Blanco Lighthouse Celebrating 155 Years: A Look At That Lens - Historical look at the two lenses used since 1870

- South Oregon Coast History Made with First Lighting of Cape Blanco Lighthouse - A storied history near Port Orford includes storms, lightkeeper dynasty

Sixes

Elk River - 1 mile north of Paradise Point

Paradise Point State Recreation Site
Beach Access #160
Near MP 299

Tseriadun State Rec Site (contains the second Agate Beach)
Beach Access #161
Near MP 300

Port Orford
Surrounding MP 301

Port Orford Heads State Park

- Historical Timeline of South Oregon Coast Landmark: Port Orford Lifeboat Station Beginnings -

Port of Port Orford / Dock Road
Beach Access #162

Battle Rock State Wayside Park
Beach Access #163 - Near MP 301

Port Orford South Boundary - about MP 302

Hubbard Creek
Beach Access #164
South of MP 303

Lookouts include Port Orford Lookout

Rocky Point Beach Access #165
Part of Hubbard Creek Beach, still within Humbug Mountain State Park
Look for Retz Creek - closer to MP 304

Landmarks: Coal Point - outcropping just north of Humbug, just south MP 305

• Humbug Mountain and State Park on South Oregon Coast: Varied, Intricate Attractions

Humbug Mountain Beach Access #166
(northern face) Near MP 306

Humbug Mountain Entrance
At MP 307

MP 308 - 309 Driving through forest

• Arizona Beach on S. Oregon Coast: Cloistered, Sheltered from Wind, Delightfully Mellow

Views and Pullouts
MP 310

Large Round Pullout Viewpoint
MP 11
More pullouts, views

Lookout Rock
(just barely north of) MP 312

Arizona Beach
Beach Access #167
Near MP 313

Sisters Rock
Beach Access #168
Near MP 315

More forest drives, views, pullouts
through MP 316

Ophir Trail
Beach Access #169
Near MP 317

Community of Ophir

Ophir Rest Area
Beach Access #170
Near MP 319

Nesika Beach
Beach Access #171
Near MP 320

Near MP 323
Wakeman Beach, Geisel Monument Wayside

Agate Beach (Near MP 324) Three Agate Beach Names on Oregon Coast: Gold Beach, Port Orford, Newport That's right, there's actually three spots on the coastline that go by Agate Beach

Otter Point North (trail to Agate)
Access #172 Otter Point State Recreation Site (just a cliff)
Otter Point South (trail to beach)

• Cape Sebastian Near Gold Beach: Towering Thrills, Hikes of S. Oregon Coast

Gold Beach

- Heaven's Gate Suicide Cult and its Connections to Oregon Coast The group had distinct connections to Gold Beach and Waldport

- Lost Mysteries of South Oregon Coast: Gold, Meteorite, Ruins Gold, an ancient city and even a chunk of something from space

Bailey Beach North
Beach Access #173

Bailey Beach South
Beach Access #174
Near MP 326 (at Knox Lane)

Rogue River N. Jetty
Beach Access #175
Near MP 326

Rogue River
Near MP 327

Rogue River S. Jetty
Beach Access #176
Near Wreck of Mary D Hume

Rogue River Bridge
Near MP 328

At 5th Place
Beach Access #176A
Near MP 329
Oceanside Dr. - numerous unnamed accesses

Curry County Fairground
Beach Access #177

Gold Beach Visitor Center
Beach Access #178
Near MP 329

Unnamed Turnout Next to MP 330
Plus unnamned beach access
Hunter Creek Beach Begins

Kissing Rock
Beach Access #179
Near MP 331

GOLD BEACH SOUTHERN EDGE

Hunter Creek Road Turnout
Beach Access #180 (although no actual beach access - just emergency sign)
Near MP 331
- Also goes by Buena Vista State Park
+ Buena Vista Ocean Wayside

Cape Sebastian Scenic Corridor begins
Near MP 332

Cape Sebastian Summit
Near MP 333

Cape Sebastian Viewpoint
Near MP 334

Northern border of Pistol River Ststat Scenic Viewpoint

Meyers Beach North
Beach Access #181
Near MP 336

Meyers Beach
Beach Access #182
Near MP 337

Meyers Beach South
Beach Access #183 (often mislabeled as Ariya's Beach)
Near MP 337

• Land of Giants, Wild Sands at Ariya's Beach / Meyers Creek, South Oregon Coast

Pistol River North
Beach Access #184
Near MP 337

Pistol River Middle
Beach Access #185
Near MP 339

Pistol River Beach
Beach Access #185A
Near MP 339

Pistol River South
Beach Access #186
Near MP 339

At MP 342
101 swings in widely: everything is behind forest for miles
Behind is Crook Point, Mack Point and Mack Arch
No beach access

Near MP 344
Hooskanaden Cr: a gravel lookout

Pistol River
Carpenterville

-- Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor (begins)
Arch Rock State Park and Viewpoint
Spruce Island Viewpoint
Secret Beach (mileposts 345�346)
• Secret Beach is Ironically Famous on South Oregon Coast | Video

Natural Bridges (milepost 346)
China Beach (near milepost 348)
Thunder Rock Cove
Thomas Creek Bridge (and secret accesses)
Indian Sands (milepost 348.6)
Whaleshead Beach (milepost 349.3)

Brookings

- Six Highlights of Oregon's Curry Coast That Will Rock You - Literally Twists 'n turns around Blacklock, Cape Blanco, Port Orford, Brookings

Access #190 Lone Ranch (MP 252)
-- Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor (ends)

MP 354 - Pullout viewpoint (Rainbow Rock Viewpoint)
Harris Beach Path starts at Dawson Rd
Access #191 Harris Beach Day Use
Sunset Point (along access road)
Access #192 Harris Beach South (MP 356)
Arch Rock
Access #193 Mill Beach
Access #194 Chetco Point
Access #195 Chetco South Jetty
Access #196 McVay Rock
Access #197 Winchuck River
Access #198 Crissey Field

 

South Oregon Coast's Circles in the Sand Lands at Florence for Two Days
14 Sep 2026 at 8:50pm
Florence on October 24 and 25: Heceta Beach gets gigantic art

Start Looking Now for the False Dawn / Zodiacal Light Above Oregon, Washington
13 Sep 2026 at 8:39pm
Starting maybe two hours before dawn, the mysterious light likely from Mars. Astronomy, sciences, weather

Coos County Sheriffs Remove Derelict Vessel from South Oregon Coast Bay
13 Sep 2026 at 8:29pm
The vessel was first discovered on September 5, partially submerged

Pacific City Cave-in Incident: Oregon Coast Rescuers Warn About Digging Deep ...
10 Sep 2026 at 8:55pm
6-foot sand hole collapsed on youth: what not to do. Safety, sciences, Tierra Del Mar, McPhillips Beach

The Great Oregon Coast Cleanup - And Rivers and Towns
8 Sep 2026 at 8:58pm
Annual Beach 'n Riverside Cleanup returns September 18 - 27. Astoria events, Seaside events, Cannon Beach events, Manzanita events, Rockaway Beach events, Tillamook events, Oceanside events, Pacific City events, Lincoln City events, Depoe Bay events, Newport events, Waldport events, Yachats events, Florence events, Reedsport events, North Bend events, Coos Bay events, Charleston events, Bandon events, Port Orford events, Gold Beach events, Brookings events

Three Quakes Close Together Off South Oregon Coast Sunday Night
7 Sep 2026 at 11:59pm
A 5.3 and 3.9 simultaneously, then a 2.6. Sciences, geology. Bandon, Coos Bay, Dunes City

Major discovery on Saturn - as probes close in on Mercury
7 Sep 2026 at 11:59pm
Hubble spots a decagon and BepiColombo gets ready to separate into two floating around Mercury. Astronomy, sciences

Beach Advisories Lifted in Three Oregon Coast Accesses: Lincoln City, Brookin...
5 Sep 2026 at 9:30pm
Lincoln City's Siletz Bay, Mill Beach in Curry County. Oceanside. Safety

S. Oregon Coast Deputies Pull Over Golf Cart on Road, Discover Warrant
5 Sep 2026 at 9:22pm
Driver had a warrant out of Florence. Traffic, Coos Bay, Barview, Charleston

Labor Day Weekend Travel Advice: the Real Nitty Gritty on the Oregon Coast
5 Sep 2026 at 9:20pm
What to do about traffic, gas, speed traps, finding beaches, weather. Coos Bay, Bandon, Yachats, Cannnon Beach, Seaside, Astoria

Thunderstorms Possible Thursday Across Large Sections of Washington, Oregon, ...
2 Sep 2026 at 8:44pm
Thunderstorms likely to hit somewhere in the vast region, but not severe. Weather

South Oregon Coast in September: Bandon's Cranberry Fest Brings Pie, Music, P...
2 Sep 2026 at 8:44pm
September 12 and 13: parade, festival market, evening street dance. Bandon events

Fireball Reported All Over Northwest, Breaks Up Over Oregon Coast / Astoria
31 Aug 2026 at 9:35pm
At least 100 reported it from Seattle, Portland, central Wash / Oregon. Astronomy, weather

Weather Roller Coaster: Oregon and Its Coast Get Rain, Thunder, Then Warms fo...
30 Aug 2026 at 9:59pm
Fire?plagued areas get a little help from brief rain and thunder before conditions warm for the holiday weekend

Missing Hiker Rescued from Oregon Coast Cliff - Above Lincoln City's Roads End
30 Aug 2026 at 7:25pm
A person reported missing overnight was found stranded on a cliff. Rescue. NW 26th access, NW 40th access. Weather

Mussel Harvesting on Part of S. Oregon Coast Nixed Due to Biotoxin
30 Aug 2026 at 8:46am
From Cape Blanco south to the California border after new tests showed domoic acid. Safety, sciences. Port Orford, Gold Beach, Brookings

This Weekend Sees Launch of Roman Space Telescope to Look at Dark Matter, Ear...
30 Aug 2026 at 8:46am
Big moment comes Sunday, Aug 30. Astronomy

Partial Lunar Eclipse Tonight for Oregon, Washington, Coast: Interesting Colo...
27 Aug 2026 at 10:11am
Oranges and maybe even something more colorful tonight. Astronomy, weather

Annual Salmon Celebration Takes Over South Oregon Coast's North Bend
26 Aug 2026 at 9:07am
21st Annual Salmon Celebration on September 12 - 13. Coos Bay events

Two Water Searches on Oregon Coast Have Happy Endings - But There's a Lesson
24 Aug 2026 at 11:07pm
Rescue attempts in Seaside that weren't needed after all. The Cove, weather

 

31 Aug 2026 at 1:00am

Five Ways to Enjoy Hall Lake in Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
31 Aug 2026 at 1:00am
What if we told you there was a ?secret? freshwater lake near Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area ? Hall Lake is one of those special under-the-radar destinations that doesn?t get a lot of coverage, but offers locals and visitors a blissful day in nature by the water, whether it’s swimming, kayaking, exploring the surrounding dunes, or just relaxing in the sun.

Adventure Spotlight: Biking & Cycling on Oregon?s South Coast
24 Aug 2026 at 1:00am
Discover Pedal-Powered Adventures on Oregon?s Adventure Coast On Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston, biking isn?t just an activity. It?s a way to explore, connect, and discover. Whether you prefer gravel, forest trails, scenic roads, or beach rides, the southern Oregon Coast offers memorable cycling experiences year-round. If you are an active traveler who enjoys exploring by bike, bring your sense of adventure. This is the cycling destination you have been seeking on the Oregon Coast.

Ready. Set. Adventure. Plan an Unforgettable Hiking Trip on Oregon's Adventur...
14 Aug 2026 at 1:00am
Have you been carrying a heavy mental load lately? Maybe it’s time to make getting out in nature part of your self-care. Reconnecting with nature has countless advantages , and hiking tops the list as one of the best ways to do it. Not only do you get the benefits of being around natural landscapes, but a good hike can also bring calm and clarity, helping your mind and body feel refreshed and balanced.

Guest Post: A Colorado Couple Spends 3-Days on Oregon?s Adventure Coast
31 Jul 2026 at 1:00am
Adventure travelers eager to explore Oregon’s rugged coastlines, undeveloped beaches , and local communities might be interested to know that Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is home to the only commercial airport on the Oregon Coast, making it a gateway to some of the Pacific Northwest’s top outdoor experiences. In addition to regular flights between San Francisco (SFO) and Southwest Oregon Regional Airport (OTH) in North Bend, United Airlines offers seasonal daily nonstop flights between Denver International Airport (DEN) and North Bend through October 24, 2026, meaning travelers can go from airplane seat to adventure in minutes.

Happy 123rd, North Bend: A Local's Guide to Oregon's Adventure Coast
17 Jul 2026 at 1:00am
North Bend, Oregon, turns 123 this month, and to honor the occasion, let?s get to know the town that anchors the north end of Coos Bay! North Bend, Oregon , part of Oregon?s Adventure Coast, has a special history and character of its own. Shipping tycoon Louis J. Simpson founded North Bend in 1903, naming it for its location on the bay’s north bend. But the town’s story stretches back thousands of years before Simpson ever arrived.

How to Save Money on Your Oregon Coast Vacation
7 Jul 2026 at 1:00am
Summer is officially road trip season, and if gas prices have you second-guessing your summer getaway, we have good news. Oregon’s Adventure Coast, Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston offers plenty of free and low-cost experiences that make it easy to enjoy a full vacation without draining your wallet. From free festivals and cultural events to endless outdoor adventures and unique Oregon Coast vibes you can?t put a price on, there are countless ways to fill your days here without spending much at all.

Nine Things You Need to Know to Plan Your Oregon Coast Fishing Adventure
29 Jun 2026 at 1:00am
Fishing, crabbing, and clamming on Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston has long been a favorite pastime for locals and visitors of all generations, and these days, it?s enjoying a surge in popularity like never before. Fishing, crabbing, and clamming are among the most popular ways for beginner and seasoned anglers to enjoy the great outdoors and make memories that will last forever. Whether you want to fish by boat, by foot, by kayak, or by charter, there is a fishing adventure that is waiting for you on Oregon?s Adventure Coast!

Top Ten Oregon's Adventure Coast Summer Bucket List
11 Jun 2026 at 1:00am
**Please note: all scheduled events mentioned in this blog post are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead or visit our Events Page and Calendar for the complete list** Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston features the very best of the Pacific Northwest natural beauty, a rich history, community festivals, performing arts, food, and more family-friendly adventures than we can list in one post?but we?ll try.

Learn How to Get $75 for Qualifying Stays on Oregon?s Adventure Coast
1 Jun 2026 at 1:00am
This summer, we want to make traveling a little easier on Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston. That’s why we’re giving away a limited number of $75 VISA gift cards to help fill your tank when you call one of our participating lodging properties and book a two-night (or longer!) stay between June 1 and September 20. That’s it. No contests, no drawings, no catch. Think of it as a thank-you gift or a bonus for taking the time to visit us this summer.

Ten Years of Discovery: Why the Charleston Marine Life Center Belongs on Your...
26 May 2026 at 1:00am
Some places surprise you the moment you walk through the door. The Charleston Marine Life Center is one of them. Tucked along the edge of the Charleston Marina on Oregon’s Adventure Coast, this 6,000-square-foot museum is part of the University of Oregon’s Oregon Institute of Marine Biology. From the outside, its unassuming exterior blends nicely with the Marina’s aesthetic. Step inside, though, and you’ll quickly understand why visitors keep talking about it long after they’ve gone home.

 

 

 

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