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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 

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

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

• 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

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

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

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

- 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

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• 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

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

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• Secret Beach is Ironically Famous on South Oregon Coast | Video


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Aurora Borealis Updates: Oregon, Coast, Washington: Latest on Storm
Space weather, sciences: strongest has passed but still good chances dusk through AM

More Video Released of Dramatic South Oregon Coast Vessel Rescue
Watch rescuer hoist a crewmember up and onto the beach. Weather

Rather Large Magnitude 6.0 Quake Off South Oregon Coast, No Tsunami Threat
Happaning about 7:30 p.m. almost 200 miles from Bandon. Marine sciences

S. Oregon Coast Fire Captain Describes Harrowing Rescue at Stranded Ship Near...
Incoming tides, high waves and a ship that was rocking violently. Safety, weather

Ethereal Visitor to Astoria: What Is A Fogbow, and How to Find it on Oregon /...
What is a fogbow, really - where and how you might find it. Weather

Mussel Harvesting Reopened on South Oregon Coast
It had been closed from Port Orford southward because of biotoxins. Marine sciences

Oregon Coast Science, Nature, Science of Pacific Ocean
Search over 10,500 pages: marine sciences, astronomy, geology, latest updates and articles

Confirmed Funnel Cloud on Oregon Coast Wednesday, Photographed Over Cannon Beach
The briefly-formed twister apparently never touched down. Weather

Freaky Cool Astronomy: Earth Just Reached Its Highest Speed of Year and Close...
A few surprises about winter, including why it's short. Sciences

N. Oregon Coast's Highway 6: Why It Was Abruptly Closed for the Day This Weekend
A new roadway arose with more sunken asphalt. Traffic

Waves 17 to 26 Ft Along Oregon Coast: Surf Advisories, Sneaker Waves
A good show from Washington southward but some deadly possibilities. Weather

Two Videos Show Different Angles on Near-Deadly Oregon Coast Wave
The incident from 2021 just surfaced, showing a wave knocking people around Cape Kiwanda. Weather. Safety

Comet 31/Atlas Caught By Portland, Oregon Man On Its Way Out
Snapped by a Portlander as it zips out of the solar system. Astronomy, sciences

Flood Advisories, Warnings, Watches All Over Washington / Oregon Coast
Advisories, watches and warnings in various areas except the central Oregon coast. Weather, traffic

Oregon Coast This Week: Grisly 'Globster' Stuck in Devil's Punchbowl, Rescue ...
A whale carcass is floating around Devil's Punchbowl; an injured hiker was rescued at Bayocean. Marine sciences

Video: Notorious Bump on Route to Oregon Coast Replicates - But There's a Hum...
Recent storms have caused more landslides that lead to roadway buckling. Traffic

Ice Skating Rink at South Oregon Coast's North Bend A Big Hit and New Tradition
In downtown North Bend through January 31, 2026. Coos Bay events

This Week's Oregon / Washington Coast King Tides: What It Brings, What It Doe...
No large waves expected, but still interesting conditions in both states. Weather

The Opposite of an Exploding Whale: Oregon Coast History of 'Zombie Whales'
1952: whale would not stay buried. Was it finally entombed in cement. Marine sciences

South Oregon Coast First Day Hikes: Nature's Workout in Bandon, Coos Bay, Ree...
Hike near lighthouses or along the sands. Bandon events, Coos Bay events, Reedsport events, Florence events, Florence event, Port Orford events

 

14 Jan 2026 at 2:00pm

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14 Jan 2026 at 2:00pm
Start planning your 2026 adventure and save money with our new Local Vacation Loot promotion ! If the past few years have taught us anything, it?s just how important it is to prioritize self-care and spend time with loved ones. However, we have a ways to go considering that in 2025, nearly two-thirds of workers felt more burned out than the year before , and millions of vacation days went unused as people found it hard to truly disconnect from work.

A Visitor's Guide to Fishing, Crabbing, and Clamming in Charleston, Oregon
29 Dec 2025 at 1:00pm
Ahhh, Charleston? how we love this unique Oregon?s Adventure Coast treasure, a place locals love and where daily life revolves around the water. If fishing, crabbing, or clamming are on your must-do list, Charleston, Oregon , is a great place to start. This active fishing port offers easy access to the ocean, bays, estuary, and rivers, along with a bustling marina, public beaches, and some of the freshest seafood on the West Coast.

Top Coffeeshops & Bakeries for Visitors in Coos Bay, North Bend & Charleston
19 Dec 2025 at 1:00am
One of the best ways to get to know a place is to start your day where the locals do. On Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston, locally owned coffee shops and bakeries aren?t just places to grab a quick latte or a pastry, but they?re gathering places where you can experience the character and everyday rhythm of our region. To help you experience Oregon?s Adventure Coast like a local, we?ve gathered a list of well-loved neighborhood spots for great coffee and freshly baked treats.

King Tides and Winter Storm Watching on Oregon?s Adventure Coast
6 Dec 2025 at 1:00am
It?s only December, but there is already plenty of big storm energy here on Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston! Winter Storm season is typically November through March, but the Pacific Ocean wasted no time kicking off storm season this year, as evidenced by this recent post from local photographer Steven Michael. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Steven Michael (@stevenmichaelfotog)

Your Guide to Holiday Fun on Oregon?s Adventure Coast
25 Nov 2025 at 1:00am
Is the best holiday lights display on the West Coast right here on Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston? Many would say yes. The Annual Holiday Lights at Shore Acres , running November 27?December 31, 2025, stands out not only for its whimsical, creative displays set in a historic garden overlooking the Pacific, but also for being one of the most affordable and community-driven holiday experiences in Oregon.

Egyptian Theatre: 100 Years of History in Coos Bay
11 Nov 2025 at 12:10am
Special thanks to Laura Fisher, Kara Long, and Jill Rasmusen for their research and contributions to this story. Back in 1925, the world was abuzz with change and creativity. F. Scott Fitzgerald?s The Great Gatsby had just hit bookshelves, the Chrysler Corporation was brand new, and a young jazz musician named Louis Armstrong was making his first recordings. And right here on Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston, another legend was being born: The Egyptian Theatre opened its doors on November 19, 1925, bringing a touch of Hollywood glamour and elegance to Marshfield, Oregon (officially renamed Coos Bay in 1945).

What is the Difference Between High Surf and King Tides?
7 Nov 2025 at 6:00am
Updated November 2025 In 2021, we published answers to Our Most Frequently Asked Questions About Winter Storm Watching , but we thought we?d dive in a little deeper to explain the difference between High Surf and King Tides (this is understandably a confusing issue). Click here to watch KOIN 6 Chief Meteorologist Josh Cozart talks with Janice Langlinais, executive director of Oregon’s Adventure Coast, about what makes the perfect wave-watching conditions along the southern Oregon Coast.

History with a Hint of Mystery: A Visit to Old Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery
29 Oct 2025 at 1:00pm
Discover the stories of the past at historic cemeteries like Old Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery on Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston. Want to know a secret most people don?t know? Sure, most visitors come to Oregon?s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston for the?.well?adventure: you know, beaches, dunes, fishing, crabbing, clamming, hiking, and all the good stuff. But there?s also a mysterious and sometimes haunting history here waiting to be explored.

Oregon Sets New Standard for Inclusive Travel: What It Means for Oregon's Adv...
15 Oct 2025 at 1:00am
Image courtesy of Travel Oregon Oregon Has Become the First State to Earn “Accessibility Verified” Status From Wheel the World, a Milestone That Makes Visiting Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston More Inclusive Than Ever. Oregon is widely known as the pioneer state, and thanks to a partnership between Travel Oregon and Wheel the World , it has lived up to its reputation once more. Travel Oregon has announced that Oregon has become the first state in the U.

10 Can?t-Miss Things to Do on Oregon?s Adventure Coast
10 Oct 2025 at 1:00pm
Oregon’s Adventure Coast (Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston) is the ultimate adventure and relaxation destination in Oregon! Whether you?re looking to relax on the beach, fly a stunt kite, take a hike along the coast, or indulge in local treats and food, Oregon’s Adventure Coast has something for everyone. See below for 10 can?t-miss things to do in Coos Bay, North Bend & Charleston on the Southern Oregon Coast. These unique activities are perfect for a family-friendly weekend.

 

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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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