Lincoln County - Oregon Coast Magazine

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BUYER SERVICES
FOR THE
Oregon Coast
C OUNTY, WITH 992 square miles
and a population of 44,400, extends from
near the Hwy 18 junction to Cape Perpetua
south of Yachats. Most of the population is concentrated in coastal towns located 10 to 20
miles apart. These towns are ready for visitors,
having more lodging facilities than any other
county on the coast. Many resorts are adjacent
to long, sandy beaches. Massive headlands edge
this stretch of coast: Cascade Head, Cape
Foulweather, and Cape Perpetua. Three highways cross the Coast Range to connect with
inland towns: Hwy 18 near Lincoln City, Hwy
20 in Newport, and Hwy 34 in Waldport.
Lincoln City, on the northern end of the
county, began as five smaller towns.Visitors
flock to the beaches and resorts, the stores of
Tanger Outlets, Chinook Winds Casino Resort,
Devils Lake, and the new glass foundry. This
town is a great place to shop for antiques or fly
kites year-round.
Between Lincoln City and Newport are the
towns of Gleneden Beach, home to renowned
Salishan Spa & Golf Resort, and Depoe Bay, noted
for its whale-watching and fishing charters.
Newport is the county seat and a popular
travel destination drawing visitors with its
oceanfront resorts, historic Nye Beach, and
Bayfront’s fishing fleet, fishing and whalewatching charters. Toledo, a former mill town,
is inland a few miles and is now known for its
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INCORPORATED IN 1965 from the communities
of Oceanlake, Delake, Taft, Cutler City, and
Nelscott, Lincoln City has accommodations
from budget to four diamond, as well as 7 miles
of beaches and a variety of hiking trails.Visitors
enjoy the Connie Hansen Garden on Northwest
33rd and the Chinook Winds Casino Resort
on Northwest 44th. Families find the creative
playground at Regatta Grounds City Park on
Northeast 15th a real bonus. Lincoln City is
the home of several highly rated art galleries
including the new Jennifer L. Sears Glass Art
Studio, where you can blow your own glass float.
Cascade Head Music Festival each year features
world-class performances.
Lincoln City is located on the 45th parallel
and has favorable winds for kite flying,
especially at the annual summer and fall kite
festivals held at the D River Wayside. In March
the city hosts an indoor windless kite festival.
Other major activities include Antique Week in
February and Finders Keepers where glass floats
are placed on the beach for anyone to find and
keep from mid-October to Memorial Day.
Hospital: Samaritan North Lincoln,
541-994-3661
City Hall: PO Box 50, 541-996-2151
Chamber of Commerce: PO Box 787,
Logan & Hwy 101, 541-994-3070 Lincoln City Visitor & Convention Bureau:
801 SW Hwy 101, Suite 1, 541-996-1274,
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antique stores and art galleries.
At the southern end of the county is Seal
Rock, with its rocky shoreline and wood sculptors; Waldport on the Alsea River, with great
fishing and its graceful bridge; and Yachats,
known for its excellent tide pooling.
For more county information, contact
Central Oregon Coast Association, 800-7672064, www.CoastVisitor.com.
104.0 Three Rocks Road
Sitka Center for Art and Ecology , Knight
County Park on the Salmon River, and lower
Cascade Head trails.
105.0 Junction Hwy 18
Hwy 18 leads over the Coast Range to
Oregon’s capital Salem and other points in the
Willamette Valley.As it leaves the coast, Hwy 18
passes through Otis (ZIP 97368), home of the
Otis Cafe, famous for down-home food. Salmon
River Fish Hatchery is located off North Bank
Road northeast of Otis.
111.8 45th Parallel
Midway between the equator and the North
Pole.
111.8 East Devils Lake Road
The road passes along the east side of
Devils Lake. At the north end is the small community of Neotsu (ZIP 97368). A mile farther
south is Sand Lake Park, providing picnic facilities and lake access.
112.0 Chinook Winds Golf Resort
112.8 Roads End State Park and Chinook
Winds Casino
Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce is
located at this junction. The Roads End district is
on the north end of Lincoln City. The park has
parking, beach access, and picnic tables. Chinook
Winds is operated by the Siletz Tribe and offers
food and live entertainment as well as gaming.
112.9 Lincoln City (ZIP 97367)
114.7 Devils Lake State Park
The campground (West Devils Lake) has 87
campsites (28 full hookups) and 10 yurts on the
reservation system. Across the lake, East Devils
Lake offers boating, kayak tours, and picnicking.
115.0 D River
D River, which connects Devils Lake and the
Pacific Ocean, is listed in the Guinness Book of
Records as the world’s shortest river at 440 feet. D
River Wayside has parking and beach access.
115.3 Lincoln City Visitor & Convention
Bureau and City Hall
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Gleneden Beach
SITUATED AT THE south end of Siletz Bay,
Gleneden Beach is best known for the Salishan
Lodge & Golf Resort. In addition, there are
restaurants, The Marketplace at Salishan, a
state park, and a residential community.
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Photo by Larry Geddis
The visitor center is on the ground floor in
the “elbow” of the building. Lots of parking.
115.6 Tanger Outlets
Oregon’s first factory outlet shopping center is a shopper’s mecca. More than 65 stores
carry brand-name merchandise. Motor coach
tours and conventions are welcome. 117.0 Nelscott District
Several shops, Robert’s Books, and Theater
West, Lincoln City’s home for live theater.
118.0 Taft District
Siletz Bay and the city dock are popular
spots for anglers and crabbers.Windsurfers
favor the area too, and the bay is a great spot to
watch seals.At Jennifer L. Sears Glass Art
Studio, you can blow your own glass float.
119.2 Drift Creek Road
Access Drift Creek Falls Trail. Follow brown
U.S. Forest Service signs about 12 miles to trailhead. The last 10 miles are single lane.
120.3 Siletz River
Hwy 229 follows the Siletz River for several
miles before continuing south through the town
of Siletz and reaching Toledo, 7 miles east of
Newport. Siletz is the site of the annual Nesika
Illahee Pow Wow in August.At Strome Park, the
river almost doubles back on itself; rafters can
float downriver about 5 miles and end up less
than a mile from where they started.
122.3 Salishan Spa and Golf Resort
The renowned resort, on the east side of
the highway, has undergone a major renovation
that includes a world class spa. The golf course
front nine is on the east side and the back nine
on the ocean side. The Marketplace at Salishan,
a small but intriguing collection of shops, is on
the west side. 122.5 Gleneden Beach (ZIP 97388)
122.5 Gleneden Beach State Park
Popular with surfers and a good place to
watch seals.Picnicking,restrooms,no camping.
125.3 Fogarty Creek State Park
Sheltered from the wind, this is a good
The Cascade Head, just north of Lincoln City is a great place to hike.
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THE LAND THAT now is Depoe Bay was allotted by
the U.S. government in 1894 to a Siletz Indian
named Charlie Depot. His last name was
derived from his employment at a U.S. army
depot. The family later changed the spelling to
Depoe, which was the spelling used when a post
office was established in 1928.
Depoe Bay may have only 1100 full-time
residents, but it still knows how to put on a
party.April brings the Classic Wooden Boat
Show, Crab Feed, and Ducky Derby. The Fleet of
Flowers is on Memorial Day, and the annual
salmon bake is in September.
Depoe Bay claims to have the world’s smallest navigable harbor. Charter fishing and whalewatching boats can be on the open sea in just
minutes.A sea wall runs almost the full length
of town and is known for the spouting horns,
rock formations that turn crashing waves into
plumes of water on stormy days.Winter storm
watching from various restaurants and lodging
facilities in town is becoming increasingly popular.At the south end of the seawall is the Whale
Watching Spoken Here Interpretive Center.
City Hall: PO Box 8, 541-765-2361
Chamber of Commerce: 70 NE Hwy 101, 877485-8348, www.depoebaychamber.org
DEPOE BAY
CITY PARK
place for sunbathing. Take the road on the
inland side of Hwy 101. Picnic facilities are
near the parking lot.A trail leads under the
highway to a beach and dramatic rock formations. Fee area. 126.4 Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint
The J. Marhoffer, a small freighter, sank
here in 1910. Its boiler, still mired in a sandbar,
is visible at low tide. Picnic facilities and yearround opportunities for whale watching. It is
one of best locations on the coast to spot gray
whales. 128.0 Depoe Bay (ZIP 97341) See city
page.
128.0 Depoe Bay Bridge
This single span reinforced concrete deck
arch bridge is a good example of McCullough’s
engineering and artistic design.When this
bridge was built in 1927, it was skinnier. It was
doubled in size on the seaward side in 1940.
Oregon State Parks Whale Watching Center,
at the north end of the bridge, offers gray whale
displays, short movies on whales, and hands-on
exhibits for children.
128.5 Little Whale Cove
129.2 Whale Cove
As the story goes, this scenic cove was
named long ago by a party of pioneer travelers
who found native Indians busy at work on the
carcass of a dead whale. Recently discovered
artifacts and historical research lead many to
believe Sir Francis Drake landed here.
129.6 Rocky Creek State Park
Picnic and restroom facilities. Good for
whale watching and birding.
129.6 Rocky Creek Bridge
This McCullough designed, reinforced concrete bridge was built in 1927, and the concrete
has recently been treated to prolong its life.
McCullough must have been influenced by
ancients architects, because this bridge is reminiscent of Roman aqueducts.
129.8 Otter Crest Loop—North Junction
This was once Highway 101 itself, but the
Illustration by Adam Grano. www.adamgrano.com
roadway has been impassable to vehicles
between here and Cape Foulweather for years.
With spectacular views, it is now open only to
walkers and bicyclists.
131.2 Cape Foulweather
Panoramic views but no facilities. Captain
James Cook named the promontory in 1778 on
a day of particularly inclement weather.Winds
can reach 100 mph during storms.A gift shop
on the north side is a real cliffhanger called The
Lookout.
132.5 Otter Rock–Devils Punch Bowl
State Natural Area
Located on the south side of Cape
Foulweather, Otter Rock is protected from the
summer afternoon winds, but greets the storms
of winter head on. Great for storm-watching.
134.1 Beverly Beach State Park
This park on Spencer Creek has beach
access, picnic facilities, and overnight camping.
The 256 campsites (128 with utility hookups)
and 21 yurts are on the reservation system. 135.7 Moolack Beach
This beach is popular with agate hunters.
Parking is on west side of highway.
137.6 Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural
Area and Lighthouse
This oft-photographed lighthouse built in
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Indoor/Outdoor exhibits: 15,000+ creatures. Walk among the
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NESTLED BETWEEN THE Coast Range and the
Pacific Ocean, Newport has been a vacation
hotspot since 1856. Newport’s various attractions
complement the natural beauty of the area. They
include the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Hatfield
Marine Science Center, two historic lighthouses,
the Bayfront, and historic Nye Beach. The
Bayfront bustles with activity, from the U.S.
Coast Guard Station, to the restaurants, family
attractions, charter boats, and galleries.
In February, Newport hosts one of the
Northwest’s largest seafood and wine festivals.
Other annual events are the Loyalty Days and
Sea Fair Festival in May, the Lincoln County Fair
and Rodeo in July, and Sea of Lights and Parade
of Boats during the holidays. Other events
throughout the year include the Lincoln County
Community Concert Series and the Oregon
Coast History Center exhibits and displays for
young people at its two museums—Burrows
House and the Log Cabin Museum.
Hospital: Samaritan Pacific Communities,
541-265-2244
County Courthouse: 225 W Olive, 541-265-6611
City Hall: 169 SW Coast Hwy, 541-574-0611
Chamber of Commerce: 555 SW Coast Hwy,
800-262-7844 www.newportchamber.org
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STATE PARK
Experience the beauty,
energy & tranquility of
“The Heart of
the Oregon Coast”™
–Lincoln County –
From Cascade Head
to Cape Perpetua
Miles of sandy beaches,
rocky tide pools,
state parks,
ocean waysides,
wildflowers,
agates, floats, sea life,
salt air and sunsets
await you on
Oregon’s central coast.
For places to stay &
things to do, contact the
Central Oregon
Coast Association:
1-800-767-2064
web:
www.CoastVisitor.com
e-mail:
COCA@CoastVisitor.com
village market
bistro & deli
Taste the food beachcombers
from Seattle to San Diego
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Historic Nye Beach
741B NW Third St • Newport, OR
541-574-9393
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Photo by Steve Beckner
The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is part of Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site in Newport. Going
north on Hwy 101, take the first exit on the north side of the Yaquina Bay Bridge (milepost 142),
then double back under the bridge and take a left at the stop sign. Going south on 101 take the right
hand exit just before the bridge.
1873 stands on rocks that jut into the ocean
north of Newport. Thousands of common murres can be seen on offshore rocks. Interesting
interpretive center.Wheelchair-accessible tide
pools have been created off the lighthouse
access road, and trails crisscross the headland.
A memorial to composer Ernest Bloch, who
spent the last decades of his life at his home
nearby is erected here. Fee area. 138.2 Agate Beach Golf Course
A friendly nine-hole course.
138.5 Agate Beach State Park
Leave Hwy 101 at Little Creek and travel
half a mile south. Picnic tables and beach
access.
140.5 Nye Beach Historic District
Newport’s cultural district with the
Performing Arts and Visual Arts centers.
Several good restaurants and shops. Many
small houses dating to Newport’s early days as
a summer resort.
141.0 Newport (ZIP 97365)
141.0 Junction Hwy 20
Hwy 20 runs east through the Coast Range
and on to Boston, Massachusetts. At 3365
miles, it is the longest road in America. Seven
miles inland it passes Toledo at the head of
Yaquina Bay (see city page).
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142.0 Yaquina Bay Bridge and Lighthouse
Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is part of the state
park at the north end of the graceful, historic
coast bridge. The lighthouse and its small tower
on top have been turned into a museum.
Yaquina Bay bridge’s dramatic, high-soaring
steel arch make this one of the most photographed of McCullough’s bridges. It is high
enough for boats to pass under and has a combination of both steel and concrete arches.At
each end of the bridge is a pedestrian plaza
with stairways leading to observation areas.
From the north end of the bridge, a fairly steep
street leads down to Bay Boulevard and
Newport’s Bayfront. Newport’s working
waterfront rubs shoulders with restaurants,
shops, and tourists attractions. Farther on, Bay
Boulevard becomes North Bay Road, following
the route of the 1885 Oregon Pacific Railroad
along the Yaquina River to Toledo. The 13-mile
scenic drive features river and estuary vistas,
historical markers, and bike and walking lanes.
142.2 Hatfield Marine Science Visitor
Center, South Beach Marina
Named for former Oregon Governor and
U.S. Senator Mark O. Hatfield, the center is part
of Oregon State University. University
researchers study the ocean and estuary in
offices and labs beyond public view. The visitor
center offers informative exhibits, intriguing
marine animals, and a touch tank, 867-0271.
Admission is free but donations are appreciated. The Port of Newport operates a
marina for private boats.Ample parking.
142.2 Oregon Coast Aquarium
This world-class facility has indoor and
outdoor exhibits.Walk paths to the sea aviary
and tufted puffins and the viewing pools where
otters, seals, and sea lions swim.“Passages of
the Deep” is an exhibit where visitors walk
through a suspended underwater acrylic tunnel, 867-3474 or www.aquarium.org. 143.4 South Beach State Park
Open grassy areas make this a sunny place
to camp. Picnic tables, access to a sandy beach,
227 campsites (all with electrical hookups),
and 27 yurts are available. On the reservation
system. 144.0 Mike Miller Educational Area
You may see ospreys along the one-mile
walking loop.
145.0 Newport Municipal Airport
147.2 Lost Creek State Park
Excellent for picnicking and beach walks.A
paved trail leads from the parking lot to the
beach. 149.0 Ona Beach State Park
On the estuary of Beaver Creek, Ona Beach
has picnic facilities and is good for birding,
kayak tours, swimming, fishing, and boating.A
charming footbridge crosses the creek to the
sandy beach.
150.7 Seal Rock (ZIP 97376)
150.9 Seal Rock State Park
Besides close-up views of offshore rocks,
the park offers access to the beach and picnic
and restroom facilities. Birders and geology
buffs appreciate this spot.
153.2 Driftwood Beach State Park
The wayside has access to the ocean and
picnic facilities.
155.5 Alsea Bay Bridge
The “new”Alsea Bay Bridge was completed
in 1991. The old bridge, built in 1936, was the
first and only large coastal bridge designed by
Conde McCullough to be replaced. The new
bridge has a clearance of 70 feet, and steel and
concrete piles reach more than 100 feet into the
bedrock below. At the south end of the bridge
is Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive
Center. Historic transportation and coastal
bridges displays in addition to general visitor
information, 563-2002. 156.0 Junction Hwy 34
Hwy 34 follows the Alsea River inland on a
narrow, winding road.
Newport’s Oceanfront
HISTORIC
NYE BEACH
Merchants
ATTRACTIONS
! NEWPORT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 541-265-2787
2 Theaters/ Live Performances
www.coastarts.org
@ NEWPORT VISUAL ARTS CENTER
541-265-6540
Shows in 2 galleries. Classes.
www.coastarts.org
LODGING
# ELIZABETH STREET INN
877-265-9400
Ocean view • Private decks • Fireplaces • Indoor pool • Spa
$ THE GRAND VICTORIAN BED & BREAKFAST
503-508-4820
Intimate ldg/candlelight breakfasts www.grandvictorianor.com
RESTAURANTS
% VILLAGE MARKET & DELICATESSEN
(IN NYE BEACH)
541-574-9393
Fine wines, cheeses, meats, Lofberg’s Lila Swedish coffee.
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156.0 Waldport (ZIP 97394)
156.6 USFS Waldport Ranger Station
Most U.S. Forest Service sites along the
coast require a Northwest Forest Pass ($5/day
or $30/year). The Northwest Forest Pass is
accepted at all National Forest day-use fee sites
in Oregon and Washington. The Siuslaw
National Forest also accepts the Oregon Coast
Passport ($10/5 days or $35/year). For information or to purchase passes, visit the Cape
Perpetua Visitor Center (milepost 167.3), the
ODNRA Visitor Center (milepost 211.4), or any
other forest service office.
157.0 Crestview Hills Golf Course
An informal nine-hole course inland and
mostly out of the wind.
157.1 Governor Patterson State Park
A landscaped seashore park with good
trails, a sandy beach, and picnic facilities. 159.3 Beachside State Park
At this comparatively small campground
with 77 campsites, reservations are in demand
and people return year after year. The maximum RV size is 40 feet. Open March 15 through
October 31.
160.5 Tillicum Beach Campground
USFS campground has 62 RV and tent
units with no hookups and offers fishing, hiking, and beach access, 877-444-6777. Some
campsites open all year.
163.5 Smelt Sands State Park & 804 Trail
This beach and trail access is located at the
northern edge of Yachats, where smelt come
ashore in summer.An old county right-of-way,
developed into the Yachats 804 Trail, extends
approximately 2 miles from north of Smelt
Sands State Park to Yachats State Park on the
north side of the Yachats River.With ocean
views from the bluffs, benches and picnic tables
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LOCATED ON THE Yaquina River just 7 miles
east of Newport on Hwy 20, Toledo’s sheltered location on the estuary of the Yaquina
River provides warmer temperatures perfect
for outdoor activities, boating, and picnicking. The Port of Toledo’s free public boat
launch is 1.7 miles south of town on South
Bay Road. Beautiful hanging flower baskets
thrive May through September in the
Historic Main Street district, where the
largest mosaic tile mural in the Northwest
depicts the history of the town next to city
hall. Several resident artists have galleries in
the Art District. A railroad historical display
interprets the rail and timber history of
Lincoln County. Ollala Valley Golf Club
offers nine holes.
City Hall: PO Box 220, 206 N Main,
541-336-2247
Port of Toledo: 381 NW First Street,
541-336-5207, www.PortofToledo.org
Chamber of Commerce: PO Box 249,
541-336-3183, www.VisitToledoOregon.com
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ATTRACTIONS
! TOLEDO SKATEPARK
541-336-2247
New 2005 • 10,000 sq ft designed by Airspeed
cityoftoledo.org
@ YAQUINA PACIFIC RR HISTORICAL SOCIETY 541-336-5256
RR cars • 1907 caboose • RPO car • 1922 steam locomotive
RESTAURANTS
# SUE’S HOMETOWN CAFE
541-336-3388
Breakfast lunch & dinner • Family dining • Steaks
SPECIAL SHOPS
$ GALLERY-STUDIO MICHAEL GIBBONS
541-336-2797
Photo by Alicia Spooner
Paintings • Prints • Books
The beach at Yachats wayside, just south of Yachats River.
receive lots of use along the south section of the
trail. 164.4 Yachats (ZIP 97498)
164.4 Yachats State Park
On the north side of the mouth of the
Yachats River, this site includes a viewing platform and provides access to tide pools and a
rocky beach. Great for storm watching.Another
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state park looks out on the ocean from across
the river. 164.4 Yachats Visitor Center
164.5 Bazalgette the Whale
This intriguing and low-key art project is a
metal sculpture of a whale’s tail at the end of a
mound of earth shaped like a whale’s back.
Every 60 seconds during daylight hours, the
whale spouts. The sculptor is local artist Jim
Adler.
164.8 Yachats River
Not well-known as a fishing river, the estuary is actually a good place to catch cutthroat
trout. In the early morning and late afternoon,
herds of elk come down to the pastures by the
river to feed. There are marked viewing areas
between the 3- and 5-1/2-mile marks on
Yachats River Road. Maps available at the
Yachats Visitors Center to the Yachats North
Fork Covered Bridge.
166.9 Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
This 2700-acre wonderland, part of the
Siuslaw National Forest, has awe-inspiring
views, crashing surf, old-growth forest, and
more than 20 miles of interconnected looping
trails. The fissure in the basalt known as Devil’s
Churn provides exceptional wave action. A
paved trail leads down from the parking lot.
Cape Perpetua Campground is open May
through September and has 38 sites with no
hookups and one group site, 877-444-6777. The road to Cape Perpetua Overlook and
Stone Shelter winds upwards from the north
side of the campground. At 802 feet, the viewpoint is the highest on the coast so close to the
ocean. The stone shelter was built in the 1930s
and served as a lookout for enemy ships and
planes during World War II. Today’s visitors are
on the lookout for whales. The Visitor Center
offers RV parking, information, nature walks,
exhibits, book/gift shop, and a theater. Nearby
trailheads lead to more than 20 miles of hiking
trails to old-growth forest, tide pools, and the
ocean, 547-3289 or 563-3211. The center is
open mid-May through mid-September. Trails
are open all year. A small amount of roadside parking for
Cooks Chasm is available. The wave action has
undercut the rock to form caves and blowholes.
Pullout only, Northwest Forest Pass required. 167.6 LINCOLN/LANE COUNTY LINE
Seal Rock
AN EARLY COASTAL resort, Seal Rock is now a
residential community with visitor facilities
along the highway. Chainsaw sculptures by
Brian McEneny are featured prominently.
Waldport
City Hall: 125 Alsea Hwy, 541-563-3561
Chamber of Commerce: PO Box 669,
541-563-2133, www.waldport-chamber.com ATTRACTIONS
# WALDPORT HERITAGE MUSEUM
541-563-7092
320 Grant • Fri 12-4pm Sat/Sun 10-4 pm • Exhibits & library
VACATION RENTALS
! SEAL ROCK VACATION HOME
503-864-3446
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LODGING
$ CAPE COD COTTAGES (OCEANFRONT)
541-563-2106
6 miles of beach/Pvt. decks/Kitchen/Sorry, no pets/smoking.
SPECIAL SHOPS
@ BRIAN MCENENY WOOD CARVING GALLERY
541-563-2452
Carvings of Marine Sea Mammals • Tables
Waldport
THIS COMMUNITY OF 2050 on Alsea Bay offers
fishing, crabbing, and clamming and has a free
crabbing dock. Bridge walks and nature walks
have become popular. The drive along Hwy 34
to Corvallis is a scenic route. Drift Creek
Wilderness, a few miles east of Waldport, is
accessible only to hikers.A wayside at the
south end of town provides beach access.
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541-541-3637/800-800-1915
www.ocean-odyssey.com/Sand%20Castle.htm
(see ad)
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2 LOCATIONS
Yachats 800-626-8439
Waldport 800-616-3355
* CP CARLSON BUILDERS, INC.
Custom home building & ocean view lots.
440 Hemlock (see ad)
541-563-2871
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1-800-800-1915 • 541-547-3637
www.ocean-odyssey.com/Sand%20Castle.htm
3638 SW Pacific Coast Hwy • Waldport, OR
Escape to Cape Cod
Cottages in Waldport
• AllCottagesFeatureDramatic Ocean Views
• Fully-Equipped Kitchens • Fireplaces
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AMENITIES . . .
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• Two full kitchens~
banquet style tables
• Billiards, ping pong,
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A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ON THE CENTRAL OREGON COAST
L ocated 2 miles north of Waldport, this exclusive gated
development consists of only (8) single family residential lots.
Each 2–acre lot is designed to protect the natural, scenic,
and aesthetic qualities of the property. Six (5 available)
ocean-view home sites sit atop the ridge with majestic
views of the Pacific Ocean, and overlook pristine, coastal
lakes to the East. Two choice lake-view home sites are
tucked in among spruce and firs with serene views of
the lake, forest, and natural coastal landscape. Beach Access.
Lots now available for sale. Priced from $275,000 to $385,000.
Custom Homes
Design / Build by
C.P. Carlson Builders, Inc.
CCB#38994
(541) 563-2871
www.waywardwindestates.com
Call for Reservations: (541) 563-2106
4150 SW Pacific Coast Hwy
Waldport, OR 97394
Sorry, no pets • Non Smoking Establishment
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! ADOBE RESORT • GIFT SHOP
541-547-3141/800-522-3623
Oceanview rooms/Restaurant/Lounge/Fitness center/Pool
@ THE FIRESIDE MOTEL
800-336-3573
Oceanfront, away from the highway noise. Pet friendly.
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Spectacular ocean views. Luxurious rooms.
$ SHAMROCK LODGETTES, CABINS/MOTEL 800-845-5028
Ocean/Bayfront/Fireplaces/Pets•www.shamrocklodgettes.com
% SILVER SURF MOTEL
541-547-3175/800-281-5723
Some kitchen units • Indoor pool • Fireplace units
VACATION RENTALS
^ OCEAN ODYSSEY VACATION RENTALS
Cape Perpetua to South Beach
800-800-1915
www.oceanodyssey.com
RESTAURANTS
& DRIFT INN HISTORIC PUB & CAFE
PACIFIC OCEAN
KNOWN AS THE Gem of the Oregon Coast,Yachats
is a village of about 635 people located at the
mouth of the Yachats River and nestled between
the mountains and the sea. Long known as a
vacation destination, the resort village draws
people who appreciate its uniqueness.
The landmark Little Log Church was built
more than 60 years ago from donated logs and
has recently been renovated. The residents of
Yachats turn out for their annual La De Da
Parade on July Fourth, which is followed by
music and food. The annual Smelt Fry in July
coincides with the Yachats Music Festival, a
popular three-day series of classical music
performances. People come from far and near
to attend the Original Yachats Arts and Crafts
Fair in March, the Village Mushroom Fest in
October, the Celtic Music Festival in November,
and the Yachats Winter Celebration from
Thanksgiving through New Year’s.
City Hall: 441 Hwy 101, PO Box 345,
541-547-3565
Yachats Visitors Center: PO Box 728,
241 Hwy 101, 541-547-3530 or 800-929-0477,
www.yachats.org
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Yachats 800-626-8439
Waldport 800-616-3355
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800-210-6406
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541-547-3530
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PO Box 474 • 360 Hwy 101
Yachats, OR 97498
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1-800-616-3355
1-800-626-8439
Hwys 34 & 101
(541) 563-2349
Hwy 101 & 7th
(541) 547-3171
PO Box 787, Yachats 97498
e-mail: cbmill@pioneer.net
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Photo by Nate Dain
An Independently Owned and Operated Member
of Coldwell Banker Residential Affiliates, Inc.
Yachats 804 Trail.
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Yachats on
the Beach
S ilver Surf Motel
• Sandy Beach
• Some Kitchen Units
• Indoor Heated Pool
• Guest Laundry
• Cable TV~HBO
(541) 547-3175
Outstanding views of surf and beach.
2 bedroom units with fireplace & carport available.
20 miles south of Newport and the Oregon Coast
Aquarium. 2 miles north of Yachats.
(reservation calls only)
• 3767 N Highway 101 • Yachats
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Yachats, Oregon 97498
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Dozens of homes to choose from–
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If you are looking for coastal property to buy
contact our partner company at 541-547-3258
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