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Where to Gear Up for Adventure on Oregon’s Adventure Coast
Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston is a haven for lovers of the great outdoors, offering a treasure trove ofbeaches,State Parks, and National Lands. Fromfishing,crabbing, andclamming to exploring theOregon Dunes by ATV orbiking the scenic Whiskey Run Mountain Trail System...
Seven Under-the-Radar Destinations to Explore on Oregon’s Adventure Coast
Explore lesser-known attractions, hiking trails, scenic spots, and local businesses that offer a unique experience beyond the typical tourist routes.
Oregon's Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is full of popular attractions like Shore Acres State Park, Sunset Bay State Park, the Ore...
How Indigenous Communities Enrich and Uplift Oregon’s Adventure Coast
Oregon's Adventure Coast is deeply enriched by its Indigenous heritage, which has shaped the region for thousands of years. Long before European settlers arrived, Native communities thrived along the southern Oregon Coast, fishing, hunting, and gathering in harmony with the land. November is Nationa...
What is the Difference Between High Surf and King Tides?
Updated November 2024
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).
What are King Tides? The King T...
Holiday Lights at Shore Acres: Oregon’s Brightest Attraction By the Numbers
The holiday season is upon us, and the dedicated volunteers at Friends of Shore Acres are once again transforming one of the most beloved state parks on Oregon's Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston into an enchanting holiday wonderland that will soon delight visitors from all over ...