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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

Coos Bay, Charleston, North Bend Complete Guide: Southern Oregon Coast Travel Every beach and attraction in the Coos Bay, Charleston, North Bend area

- 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

Coming Soon: Bandon Complete Guide Every beach and attraction in the Bandon area



• 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

Port Orford
Surrounding MP 301

Tseriadun State Rec Site (a second Agate Beach)
Beach Access #161

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

Port Orford South Boundary

Lookouts include Port Orford Lookout

Hubbard Creek
Beach Access #164

Near MP 304

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

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

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

Humbug Mountain
Beach Access #166

Near MP 306

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

Arizona Beach
Beach Access #167

Near MP 313

Sisters Rock
Beach Access #168

Near MP 314

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)

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

Coming Soon: More South Coast Complete Guides Every beach and attraction in an area

Gold Beach

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
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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

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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


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



LATEST South Oregon Coast Articles, Updates

 





Comedian Hits the Oregon Coast with Riotous 'The Ocean Hates You' Show
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Smoke Again Enters Western Oregon but Only for a Day
13 Aug 2026 at 7:50pm
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12 Aug 2026 at 7:00am
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11 Aug 2026 at 7:22pm
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Three Highway Deaths in Southern Oregon This Week, Two on the Coast
11 Aug 2026 at 9:06am
Two happened near Bandon, another in Lake County

Tix Now for Sale for South Oregon Coast's Holiday Lights at Shore Acres
10 Aug 2026 at 11:09pm
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10 Aug 2026 at 10:28pm
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10 Aug 2026 at 10:28pm
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9 Aug 2026 at 11:01am
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UPDATES: Variety of Smoke, Heat, Fire Alerts Around Oregon - Makes Its Way to...
4 Aug 2026 at 10:14pm
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Two Rescued from Rocks at Bandon by Southern Oregon US Coast Guard Crew, Police
4 Aug 2026 at 10:14pm
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3 Aug 2026 at 10:20am
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Sand Art Competition, Nature Tours, Boat Tours End Summer at Oregon Coast's L...
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Aurora Possible for Washington State, Slim for Oregon - But Full Moon a Problem
1 Aug 2026 at 1:36am
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South Oregon Coast Travel: All of Curry County's Beach Accesses
30 Jul 2026 at 9:36pm
Every beach access through Brookings, Boardman Scenic Corridor, Gold Beach, Humbug Mountain, Port Orford, Cape Blanco. Maps, sciences

South Oregon Coast This Weekend: Port Orford's Lighthouse Day with Picnic, Hi...
30 Jul 2026 at 9:35pm
22nd Annual Picnic on Sunday, Aug. 2, at Port Orford Heads State Park. Port Orford events

S. Oregon Coast Authorities ID Body in 1972 Cold Case
30 Jul 2026 at 9:36pm
Armes Henry Lahti from Astoria was born in 1909. Coos Bay, true crime

Whales Galore Along the Shore - Oregon Coast Definitely Has the Most...Right Now
30 Jul 2026 at 9:37pm
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14 Aug 2026 at 1:00am

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.

Why Bird Watchers Flock to Oregon's Adventure Coast
11 May 2026 at 1:00am
Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston is known as a destination to slow down, get outside, and reconnect with nature. What people don’t always know is that this stretch of the Southern Oregon Coast happens to be one of the best birding destinations in the state, whether you’ve been at it for decades or have never picked up a pair of binoculars in your life. We’ve got estuaries, old-growth forests, sea cliffs, mudflats, and one of the largest marine mammal haulouts on the West Coast , all packed into a pretty small geography.

What Every Visitor Needs to Know About Beach Safety on Oregon's Adventure Coast
28 Apr 2026 at 1:00am
If you’re planning a trip to Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston this spring or summer, you’re in for something truly special. Our undeveloped beaches are like nothing else on the West Coast. Miles of sandy beach that feel like yours alone. Dramatic sea cliffs. Tide pools teeming with life. It’s no wonder so many nature lovers travel from all over the country to experience this corner of the southern Oregon Coast.

 

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Astoria - at the northernmost tip of Oregon
Astoria

Where the Columbia meets the Pacific, Land of Lewis & Clark and loads of atmosphere & history
Seaside, Oregon
Seaside

The Promenade, Tillamook Head, family fun & broad, sandy beaches
Cannon Beach on the Oregon Coast
Cannon Beach

A mysterious lighthouse, upscale yet earthy, a huge monolith, fine eateries & an art mecca
Nehalem Bay, Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler and Rockaway Oregon Coast
Nehalem Bay - Manzanita, Rockaway, Wheeler

Manzanita's beaches, Nehalem and Wheeler's quirky beauty; laid back Rockaway
Oregon Coast: Tillamook Bay, Tillamook, Bay City, Barview, Garibaldi
Tillamook Bay

Garibaldi, Barview, Bay City, Tillamook & an oceanfront ghost town
Three Capes Loop, Oceanside, Netarts, Pacific City, Cape Lookout, Cape Meares
Three Cape Loop - Oceanside, Netarts, Pacific City

The hidden secret of the coast: Cape Meares, a lighthouse, Oceanside, Netarts and Pacific City
Lincoln City, Cascade Head, Neskowin, Inland Highway 101
Lincoln City
& the Corridor of Mystery
Miles & miles of unbroken beaches, Cascade Head, Neskowin and manmade attractions
Depoe Bay on the Oregon Coast
Depoe Bay

A spouting horn downtown, freaky hidden cliffs and whales, whales, whales
Newport, Nye Beach on the Oregon Coast
Newport

Time-tripping Nye Beach, a bustling bayfront, marine science-central and two lighthouses
Waldport, Seal Rock
Waldport, Seal Rock

Sands and dunes, craggy Seal Rock, semi-secret beaches
Yachats
Yachats

Constantly dramatic wave action, a mix of the rugged & upscale
Between Florence and Yachats - oodles of secret beaches
Upper Lane County

25 miles of deserted beaches & oodles of wonders
Florence - on the central Oregon coast
Florence

A lighthouse, ancient bayfront and miles and miles of fluffy dunes

 

 

 

 

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