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OFFICIAL
VISITOR GUIDE
Beaches
Fishing
Dunes
OFFICIAL 2012
VISITOR GUIDE
Beaches
Fishing
Dunes
WELCOME TO
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
. . . OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
Our communities are excited that you are
interested in our one-of-a-kind coastal
destination.  Here you will find not just
something to do, but something you want to
do. There is no better place for adventure,
athletics, culture, the arts, nature and wildlife.  
Enjoy water activities such as kayaking, scuba
diving, swimming and surfing as well as world-class fishing.
Relax and lounge on the summer beaches!
On the land you can hit the sand on an ATV at The Oregon
Dunes National Recreation Area. Take a hike along the winding
coastal trails, around the lakes, through the forest and along
the rivers. You can summit our towering mountains and take
a walking tour of the urban areas. For the runners, you can
follow the same path that running legend and local hero,
Steve Prefontaine, trained on as he worked his way towards
the Munich Olympics. And the best part is that all of these
wonderful experiences are within minutes of your hotel room.
Then there’s Vegas style gaming, live theater, a
wonderful variety of restaurants to choose
from, bowling and other leisure activities,
as well as museums, shopping, tours and
sightseeing. We Know You’ll Love
it Here!
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WELCOME TO
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
FROM A HEARTY STOCK
Nature, commerce, native tradition and
pioneer spirit merge to create an oasis
of adventure on the Oregon Coast.
Exploration and trapping began in
1828 but the first permanent Western
settlement was in Empire City by the
Coos Bay Company, in 1853. In the 1850’s the Territorial
Legislature approved wagon roads from Coos Bay to
Jacksonville and Roseburg.
The Port of Coos Bay, founded
in 1909, is considered the best
natural harbor between San
Francisco Bay and Puget Sound.
It is also one of the leading forest
products shipping centers in the country.
Gold initially attracted people
in the 19th century but coal
was mined here between
1890 and 1910, which
helped the area grow.
Today, forest products,
tourism, fishing and agriculture dominate the economy. The
area is also known for it’s ship building, cranberries and
myrtlewood manufacturing.
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OUR HISTORIC DOWNTOWNS
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
COOS BAY
THE COQUILLE & COOS TRIBES
A stroll through downtown Coos Bay
shows the merging of past and present.
Historic buildings dot the landscape,
housing shops, artist studios and
museums. Restaurants serving
Northwest and ethnic foods, coffee
and snack shops provide an excellent
opportunity to meet the locals.
The region is home to the Coos
and Coquille tribes who occupied
more than 700,000 acres along
the Southern Oregon Pacific Coast
and lower river valleys.
NORTH BEND
North Bend’s Historic Downtown provides a diverse mix
of dining, shopping and culture. Pubs, coffee houses,
organic foods and wine provide a fun backdrop for galleries,
restaurants, book stores and antique shops. Local and regional
products abound. Downtown North Bend is a shopping
adventure whether looking for a personal item or gift!
CHARLESTON
Charleston is a quaint fishing
village. It is home port to
a commercial fishing fleet,
which supplies a variety of
local seafood. It is also the
site of a bustling marina serving charter boat operators, sports
fishermen, crabbers and recreational boaters. The harbor area
includes restaurants, tackle shops, seafood, and shops.
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THE ORIGINAL SETTLERS
Members lived in family groups in
plank houses along the waterways.
Seasonal camps were used for
hunting and fishing. Footpaths
facilitated trade between tribes.
Most tribes people were hunters, fishermen, and gatherers.
For enjoyment, they held foot races, canoe races, dice (bone
or stick) games, target practice, and shinny (field hockey).
While not overtly hostile, the U.S. government, forcibly
removed all tribal members to forts
further north. Many tribal members
didn’t survive relocation.
Pioneers ignored or destroyed the
tribes’ rich heritage but tribal spirit
endured. Today, sovereign tribes run
many businesses and honor their
culture with events like the Mill-Luck
Salmon Celebration.
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OCEAN & BEACHES
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
LAND’S END: ADVENTURE BEGINS
SEE OUR SEALS ON YOUR VISIT
Come on in, the water’s warm (well, not really). But that is part
of the charm. Oregon’s Adventure Coast is the most versatile
coastal destination on the
Oregon Coast! There are lots
of lakes and rivers to take a
refreshing summer dip. And
our Ocean coast offers so
many different options that
you can pick your experience.
Whether you want to sit,
reflect and just watch the tide, or have a romantic evening
watching the sun set over the horizon, you can do it here.
Beachcombing, whale watching, surfing and clamming are
other popular pastimes. With our bay and Coastal landscapes,
you could spend your whole vacation doing something different
every day and still have plenty to
do the next time you visit.
The Simpson Reef Interpretive Stop:
On Charleston’s Cape Arago Hwy Loop,
enjoy excellent views of Oregon’s largest
haul-out of seals and sea lions.
With so many beaches to choose
from when you visit Oregon’s
Adventure Coast, you can have
most any beach experience you
want. A few of our most popular
beaches are Bastendorff, Sunset
Bay State Park, Horsfall Beach and Shore Acres State Park.
What makes a visit here an adventure is that you can find your
own favorite, that is, if you can choose.
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SEAL & WHALE WATCHING
Shell Island: Part of the Oregon Islands
National Wildlife Refuge, Shell Island
offers viewing of Northern Elephant
Seals, Harbor Seals and Stellar Sea Lions. California Sea
Lions take over Cape Arago every fall.
Simpson Beach: Directly below Shore Acres State Park,
a path leads to a secluded cove that provides great whale
watching and a different view of Shell Island.
A WHALE OF A TIME
FOR EVERYONE
Each Winter and Spring,
visitors flock to see
gray whales migrate
between Mexico and the
Bering Sea. We have
some of the best sites along the coast, at both Shore Acres
State Park and Cape Arago State Park.
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The waters of Oregon’s
Adventure Coast offer
year round fishing
and a great outdoor
experience. Try ocean fishing, crabbing, clamming or the tug of
a hard fighting salmon or steelhead at the end of your line. If
you’re really adventurous you can pull off the triple header and
catch fish, crabs and clams all on the same tide. Or grab a rod
and head to the beach to catch your fill of Surf Perch.
If its ocean fishing you want we’ve got bottomfish including
Lingcod, Halibut and Seabass. The Salmon and Albacore Tuna
are also waiting for you. Take a half or full day charter. Novice
and experienced anglers can always find a guide to fish the
local hot spots or get some sage advice from one of our tackle
shops. We also have dozens
of boat ramps and public
access points to get you on
the water.
Our popular fishing
tournaments attract people
from across the country. Fall
is the best time for Chinook Salmon, due to their swimming
upriver to spawn. Winter is Steelhead time, and local rivers,
offer adronomous rainbows, many from 8 to 20+ pounds.
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DEC
OCT
NOV
AUG
SEP
JUL
JUN
Boxes Denote Seasons
MAY
FISH ON!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
FEB
MAR
APR
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
FISHING
JAN
FISHING
Chinook Salmon
Salmon (Ocean)
Steelhead*
Rockfish/Bottomfish
Albacore Tuna
Halibut *
Surfperch
Crabbing**
Clamming
Trout (Lakes)
Trout (Streams)
Largemouth Bass
Bluegills
Yellow Perch
*Check ODFW regs for seasons **Dock crabbing year round, by boat is dependent on conditions
BOAT LAUNCH MAP:
Pacific
Ocean
BLM Boat Ramp
California Street
Boat Ramp
Empire Boat Ramp
Eastside Boat Ramp
Charleston Boat Ramp
Catching
Slough
Boat Ramp
(Unimproved)
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FUN & ADVENTURE
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
ADVENTURE ABOUNDS
EXCELLENT BIRDING OPPORTUNITIES
Whatever your interest, you should be
able to satiate your desire here. Bring
your dreams, leave with memories. While
we have urban amenities, entertainment,
and culture, we are just as popular for our
nature and outdoor options.
Rugged and largely undeveloped,
Oregon’s south coast lures birders to
view wildlife seldom encountered. The
Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge,
is protected habitat for 1.2 million
nesting seabirds.
In that regard, some of our options include: kayaking &
paddling, scuba diving, swimming, surfing, biking, ATVing in
the Dunes, forest exploration, oyster processing, tide pooling,
boat building, shopping, antiquing, hiking and running. Set time
aside to take in the annual Holiday Lights at Shore Acres or
tour a working myrtlewood factory. And that just scratches the
surface; there’s so much more to choose from.
The South Slough National Estuarine
Research Reserve near Charleston, with
its 5,000 acres of saltwater marshes
and mixed conifer forest, attracts Band-tailed Pigeons and
Wrentits. In April and August Bandon Marsh National Wildlife
Refuge attracts rare shorebirds and is a feeding and resting
stopover for migrating Pacific Golden-Plover, Dunlin and
Whimbrel.
We’re blessed to be nestled in an array of natural landscapes.
Because we have the unique blend of mountain, river, beach,
Ocean, vegetation and wildlife,
there’s something to do year
round. One stop should be the
South Slough National Estuarine
Research Reserve. There are
forests, wetlands, ponds, salt
marshes, mud flats, eelgrass
meadows and open water. There’s even educational guided
hiking and paddling tours.
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BIRDING
Visit Oregon’s Adventure Coast
over Labor Day Weekend for
the annual Oregon Shorebird
Festival. You’ll find field trips,
talks, and a forum for all skill
levels to share and exchange
stories. Founded by the Cape
Arago Audubon Society,
and sponsored by several groups you can expand your
knowledge, and spend a long summer weekend on the Coast
- what could be better?
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GOLF
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
GET INTO THE SWING OF THINGS
AN ADVENTURE WAITING TO HAPPEN
We have numerous golf courses from nationally ranked and
expert-designed, to family owned.
Whether you’re interested in getting
a workout, or just want to get your
blood pumping and experience the
beauty of our area, you can. Grab
your hiking boots or bike and take
in nature on our many paths and
trails. There are all levels of difficulty,
so whatever your experience, we
think you’ll find a way to breathe in
the fresh air as you explore. Be sure to wear comfortable
and appropriate gear, including a helmet while biking. For a
complete list with maps visit www.coostrails.com.
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon
www.bandondunesgolf.com
Nationally and internationally ranked courses.
Built on a stretch of dunes, above the Pacific;
designed by T. Doak, B. Coore, B. Crenshaw
and D. M. Kidd in the links golf tradition.
Watson Ranch Golf Course, Coos Bay
www.watsonranchgolf.com
Open year round, this Par 72 course is open to the public with
golf pro and driving range. Play 18 unique holes in a natural
forested and wetlands setting.
Sunset Bay Golf Course,
Charleston
www.sunsetbaygolf.com
Professionally designed par 36
course; valley setting. Family
friendly and welcoming everyone
for a relaxed game of golf.
Bandon Crossings Golf Course, Bandon
www.bandoncrossings.com
18 hole, par 72 course. Follow natural contours of dunes
through links land, over streams and into open coastal forest.
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HIKING, BIKING & BOARDING
SKATEBOARDING IN COOS BAY
Located in Mingus Park, at 8th & Commercial in Coos
Bay. Everyone from beginners to shredders will find great
boarding. This park, partially funded by world-record,
skateboarding superstar, Tony Hawk’s Foundation, is smooth
and fast. The main bowl
ranges from 6’ to 10’ and
has a 14’ cradle with side
track. There is also a ‘Mickey
Mouse’ shaped bowl that
ranges from 5’ to 10’ deep
with 16” to 5’ vert.
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LIGHTHOUSES
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
THE BRIGHT SPOT ON THE COAST
Five of Oregon’s nine lighthouses are
within one hour of Coos Bay.
Cape Arago Lighthouse
12 miles southwest of North Bend in Charleston.
This 44 foot high tower illuminated in 1934.
Earlier structures were built on this site in 1866
and 1908.
Coquille River Lighthouse Interpretive Center
2 miles north of Bandon.
Commissioned in 1896 to guide mariners across a dangerous bar,
decommissioned in 1939 and restored in 1979 as an interpretive center.
Umpqua River Lighthouse
6 miles south of Reedsport.
The first lighthouse sited on the Oregon Coast and was illuminated in
1894. It’s lens emits distinctive red and white flashes.
Heceta Head Lighthouse
12 miles north of Florence.
First illuminated in 1894, it’s light can be seen 21 miles from land,
making it the strongest light on the Oregon Coast.
Cape Blanco Lighthouse
9 miles north of Port Orford.
Oregon Coast’s oldest standing lighthouse;
on the western most point in Oregon;
commissioned in 1870. The lighthouse was
automated by the Coast Guard in 1980.
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GAMING
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
TRY YOUR HAND AT EXCITEMENT
You might never expect to find 24/7
excitement at Oregon’s Adventure
Coast, but you will. We offer one
of the most fun-filled Vegas styled
casino-hotels in the Northwest.
You will find gaming, lodging, dining
and entertainment in an exceptional
casino environment. The Mill also
hosts several conventions and
cultural activities year-round. With over 700 slots, card and
table games, you will have your chance at winning a jackpot
and the pay-out is fun. The slots start out at 1 penny with
chances to win millions. Table games include blackjack,
Spanish 21 and craps & roulette (seasonally).
From fireworks to holiday trees to classic cars, even Tribal
canoe races, enjoy a host of annual spectacles that are
nothing short of, well, spectacular! Check out The Mill’s
website for what’s coming next! www.TheMillCasino.com
Gaming is just another example
of how you can make your own
adventure, here, at Oregon’s
Adventure Coast.
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SPA/HOT TUB
IN-ROOM JACUZZI
ROOM SERVICE
FITNESS ROOM
HANDICAP ACCESS.
RESTAURANT/BAR
MTG FACILITIES
WIFI / INTERNET
Best Western Holiday Motel ($$-$$$)* (800) 228-8655 • (541) 269-5111
411 N. Bayshore Drive, Coos Bay
www.bestwestern.com
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Captain John’s Motel ($-$$)*
63360 Kingfisher Drive, Charleston
(541) 888-4041
www.captjohnsmotel.com
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www.theedgewaterinn.com
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Charleston Harbor Inn ($$-$$$)
63361 Kingfisher Rd, Charleston
City Center Motel ($)
750 Connecticut at Hwy 101, North Bend
Edgewater Inn ($$-$$$)*
275 E. Johnson, Coos Bay
Itty Bitty Inn ($)*
1504 Sherman Avenue, North Bend
The Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park ($$-$$$)* (800) 953-4800 • (541) 756-8800 204
3201 Tremont Avenue, North Bend
www.themillcasino.com
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Motel 6 ($-$$)
1445 N Bayshore Drive, Coos Bay
(800) 466-8356 • (541) 267-7171
www.motel6.com
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Pacific Empire Hotel
155 S Empire Boulevard, Coos Bay
(541) 888-3281
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Parkside Motel ($-$$)
1480 Sherman Avenue, North Bend
(541) 756-4124
www.parkside-motel.com
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Plainview Motel ($-$$)*
91904 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(800) 962-2815 • (541) 888-5166
www.plainviewmotel.com
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Quality Inn & Suites ($$-$$$)*
1503 Virginia Avenue, North Bend
(800) 272-6232 • (541) 756-3191
www.coosbayinn.com
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Red Lion Hotel ($$$)*
1313 N Bayshore Drive, Coos Bay
(800) RED-LION • (541) 267-4141 145
www.redlion.com/coosbay
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Southsider Motel ($-$$)*
1005 S Broadway, Coos Bay
Super 8 Bayshore Inn ($$-$$$)*
1001 N. Bayshore Drive, Coos Bay
Terrace Motel ($)
1109 S 1st Street, Coos Bay
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CONTINENTAL OR
FULL BREAKFAST
POOL
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Bay Bridge Motel ($-$$)* 66304 Hwy 101, North Bend
KITCHENS
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
(800) 557-3156 • (541) 756-3151
($ = 0 - $60; $$ = $61-$99; $$$ = $100+)
PETS OK
UNITS
HOTELS, MOTELS & INNS
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www.super8.com
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LODGING
RV PARKS & CAMPING
Alder Acres RV Park*
1800 N. 28th Court, Coos Bay
(888) 400-7275 • (541) 269-0999
www.alderacres.com
Arbe’s RV Park*
2625 Ocean Blvd SE, Coos Bay
(541) 267-3030
Bastendorff Beach County Park
63379 Bastendorff Beach Rd,
Charleston • (541) 888-5353 -or(541) 396-3121 x356
Charleston Marina RV Park*
63402 Kingfisher Road, Charleston
(541) 888-9512
www.charlestonmarina.com
Lucky Loggers RV Park
250 E Johnson Ave, Coos Bay
(888) 267-6003 • (541) 267-6003
www.luckyloggerRV.com
Midway RV Park*
92478 Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay
(541) 888-9300
www.midwayrvparkcoosbay.com
The Mill Casino RV Park*
3201 Tremont, North Bend
(800) 953-4800 • (541) 756-8800
www.themillcasino.com
Mystic Woods Mobile & RV Park
91323 Sandstone Lane, Coos Bay
(541) 888-3179
Ocean Pines RV Park
69262 Wildwood Rd, North Bend
(541) 756-6747
www.oceanpinesrvpark.com
Oceanside RV Park*
90281 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(800) 570-2598 • (541) 888-2598
www.oceansidervpark.net
Oregon Dunes KOA*
68632 Hwy 101, North Bend
(800)KOA-4236 • (541) 756-4851
www.oregonduneskoa.com
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LODGING
* Chamber of Commerce Members
VACATION RENTAL HOMES
Oregon Dunes National
Recreation Area Campsites
North Bend: (877) 444-6777
www.recreation.gov
- Bluebill Campground
- Horsfall Beach
- Horsfall Campground
- Spinreel Campground
- Wild Mare Horse Camp
Annie’s Cottage
Call for Location, Coos Bay
(541) 269-2473 • (541) 294-2342
www.anniescottage.org
Loft by the Lighthouse*
On Lighthouse Beach
(541) 888-8386
www.loftbythelighthouse.com
Bay Breeze Vacation Home*
91645 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(209) 410-2351
www.scod.com/baybreeze/baybreeze.html
Lou’s Bay View Vacation Rental*
91656 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(541) 888-4419 • (541) 404-4419
www.vrbo.com/235620
Beach House Vacation Rental
Call for Location, Coos Bay
(541) 404-0355
www.flipkey.com/p396268
Moonlight Bay Vacation Rentals*
91904 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(800) 962-2815 • (541) 888-5166
Plainview RV Park*
91904 Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay
(800) 962-2815 • (541) 888-5166
www.plainviewmotel.com
Riley Ranch County Park
93507 Riley Ranch Ln, North Bend
(541) 396-3121 ext. 356
www.co.coos.or.us/Departments/
CoosCountyParks.aspx
Snug Harbor RV Park*
91134 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(541) 888-5924
Sunset Bay State Park
89814 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(800) 452-5687 • (541) 888-4902
www.oregonstateparks.org
BED & BREAKFASTS
Coos Bay Manor B&B
955 S. 5th St, Coos Bay
(800) 269-1224 • (541) 269-1224
www.coosbaymanor.com
The Old Tower House B&B*
476 Newmark Ave, Coos Bay
(541) 888-6058
www.oldtowerhouse.com
This Olde House B&B*
202 Alder (Cnr of 2nd), Coos Bay
(541) 267-5224
http://thisoldehousebb.com
Sandy’s Little River House
66487 Chemeketa Rd, Allegany OR
(541) 267-0988
www.sandyslittleriverhouse.com
* Chamber of Commerce Members
Below the Falls Lodge
14956 Glenn Creek Rd, Allegany OR
(541) 404-9349
www.belowthefallslodge.com
Oregon Coast Vacation Retreat*
Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(360) 921-8090
www.alwaysonvacation.com/
vacation-rentals/1006164.html
Bramblewood
93580 Shady Lane, North Bend
(541) 297-2751
www.vrbo.com/355134
Portside Vacation House*
63383 Kingfisher Rd, Charleston
(541) 888-5544
www.portsidebythebay.com
Brock’s City View Bay House
2125 Union Ave, North Bend
(541) 756-0282
www.vrbo.com/349613
Vacation Home at Lighthouse Beach*
89927 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(360) 921-8090
www.alwaysonvacation.com/
vacation-rentals/1029922.html
Campbell’s Vacation Apartments*
91241 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(541) 888-4875
Charleston Harbor Inn
63361 Kingfisher Rd, Charleston
(541) 888-1178
www.charlestonharborinn.com
A Western White House
Call for Location, North Bend
(503) 930-7714
www. thewesternwhitehouse.com
Dune Haven
74799 Crannog Rd, North Bend
(541) 759-3601
Eva’s Retreat at the Ocean (ERATO)
Cape Arago, Charleston
(541) 297-1363
www.vrbo.com/144576
House at Lighthouse Beach*
89959 Cape Arago Hwy, Charleston
(541) 267-4856
www.HouseAtLighthouseBeach.com
Little Cabin on the River
14376 Hwy 241, Allegany OR
(541) 269-7745
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DINING & REFRESHMENTS
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
WAKE UP YOUR TASTE BUDS
OREGON ADVENTURE TOASTS
Don’t let our casual style fool you; your
taste buds are in for a one-of-a-kind
adventure here. Seafood is plentiful,
and served at most any restaurant you
visit. Don’t expect to find only standard
recipes though, because our chefs have
developed a style of their own to bring
out the flavor in a way you have never
experienced before.
Wine production is a labor of love that
balances science with inventive style.
Coos County is arguably one of the
most beautiful in Oregon. But beauty
doesn’t produce wine. In this case,
however, it is also home to a new
breed of growers who have taken the
time to match the bounty of the fields
and the wet, warm, mesoclimates with
production methods creating one-of-a-kind flavor.
One of the reasons for this is our own Oregon Coast Culinary
Institute that trains many of our master chefs. Here, they learn
how to turn a dish into an experience by using the unique
bounty from the area to draw out the flavor of the sea. After
graduation, many stay to work at local restaurants or even
start their own. The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute also offers
weekly lunches and dinners or
special events for visitors and
locals alike to sample some of their
most popular and amazing dishes.
Our relaxed community, extends to
local eating establishments. From
dock-side fish markets to exquisite fine dining, you’re welcome
to drop by and be served a hearty, and tasty dish. Some of our
local specialties include clam chowder, Dungeness crab and
Albacore tuna – made fresh with time-honored recipes or newly
developed secrets.
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WINERIES
Beginning in the late 1960’s, several family-owned and
operated wineries opened offering grape and other berry
varietals (think Cranberry, a native crop). In wine making
years, the decades of local production puts us in the infant
stage, compared to France, Italy or even Sonoma. Yet we are
making somewhat of a reputation as word spreads.
On the first Friday of the
month, various downtown
Coos Bay businesses invite
you to taste local wines
while you shop. And during
the Annual July Jubilee
Celebration, visitors can ‘Sip ‘N Stroll’ amidst North Bend’s
fine stores, restaurants and galleries.
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DUNES
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
ONE OF A KIND WILDERNESS
NATURE AND BEAUTY COMBINE
We have the largest expanse of coastal
sand dunes in North America; 40
miles in all. Some areas rise up to 500
feet, and extend 2.5 miles inland. This
32,186 acres of dunes, forest, streams
and lakes were set aside as the Oregon
Dunes National Recreation Area in 1972.
Once the grand estate of pioneer
timber baron, Louis Simpson, Shore
Acres is perched on ocean cliffs and
features lushly planted gardens with
plants and flowers from all over the
world. Something is in bloom almost
every day.
Adventure seekers can go off-road ATVing, hiking, horseback
riding and camping. With the Pacific Ocean, lakes, ponds, and
streams, you can even be an amphibious adventurer!
Take in a formal garden, an oriental-style pond and two
rose gardens that are often referred to as “A Garden for All
Seasons” because there are peaks of flowers year round.
There is also a large Monterey pine that is listed with the
national Big Tree Register. But
it’s the Holiday Lights when the
gardens are ablaze with over
a quarter of a million colored
lights and decorations that draws
international acclaim.
You will find the largest riding area at the Oregon Dunes
between Spinreel Campground and
Horsfall Road, just a few miles north
of North Bend and Coos Bay. Forest
Service Campgrounds with sand
access to the Dunes include Spinreel,
Riley Ranch, Horsfall and Horsfall
Beach.
Sandboarding is the latest thrill for
the entire family. Beginners should be
safe and start on the roped off bunny
slopes. There are several affordable
rental companies in the area so all you
need to bring is an extra pair of socks,
and long pants.
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SHORE ACRES STATE PARK
Explore a secluded ocean cove or skirt the cliff’s edge for
spectacular ocean vistas and maybe witness migrating gray
whales. There’s also an enclosed observation building and
interpretive panels of the estate’s history.
The park is open 8 a.m. until sunset. Except for aid animals,
pets must be kept inside your vehicle to protect the carefully
maintained landscape.
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SHOPPING
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
MYRTLEWOOD ARTS & CRAFTS
Once you start getting acquainted
with the area, it’s gifts, for others and
yourself, that you may end up getting to
remind you of your coastal adventure.
Take some of our history home with
you from one of our antique stores. Our
Myrtlewood products are an example
of handcrafted hard-goods. Both Native
American and more recent settlers offer
everything from paintings and carvings
to quilts, furniture, clothing and many other gift ideas. Local
writers and photographers offer professional stories and images
that make this area special. In case you forget something, we
have all the amenities you’ll need to stay comfortable.
Oregon’s Adventure Coast is home to
a truly unique product; myrtlewood. It
grows only along a short section of the
Pacific coast from southern Oregon to
northern California. In addition to its
rarity, myrtlewood is special for its fine
grain and durability. It’s excellent for
serving materials, furniture, jewelry and artwork.
The bounty of land and sea offer a myriad of epicurean delights.
From cranberry candy, to local wines, beers and seafood,
you’re sure to get a taste of the region. On Wednesdays from
May through October, downtown
Coos Bay hosts the local Farmer’s
Market. Seafood abounds. Head
on down to the docks to visit one
of our many fish markets. You can
enjoy fresh tuna, salmon, and other
fish right off the boats. If you’re in
the mood for crab, they clean, and
cook your selection for you.
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LOCAL FAVORITES
While here, visit a working factory and gift shop to see work
in progress, learn about this local product and get a gift for
yourself or friends back home.
CRANBERRY SWEETS & MORE®
Are Cranberries more American than Apple
Pie? Some may argue so. They are one of
only three major native North American
fruits (others: Concord grapes and
blueberries). In 1974, Clifford Shaw,
opened Cranberry Sweets & More®.
They have developed hundreds of
candies and chocolates, relying on
time-honored recipes. Candies are still made by hand, in
small batches, with the finest natural ingredients.
Be sure to stop by for a sample, and get a perfect treat or
gift. www.cranberrysweets.com
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CULTURE
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
MUSEUMS & THEATRE
SCHEDULE IT AND THEY WILL COME
Coos Art Museum
235 Anderson, Coos Bay
www.coosart.org
Changing exhibits; permanent
Contemporary Northwest Art.
Prefontaine Memorial Gallery.
Imagine meetings, conferences, gatherings, events held in a
region as diverse, exciting and unique as Oregon’s Adventure
Coast. A gathering here is a collision
of exuberance and function.
Coos Historical and Maritime Museum
1220 Sherman Ave, North Bend • www.cooshistory.org
Historic photographs of Coos and Coquille Indians, coal miners,
loggers, ranchers, and ship builders and shipwrecks.
Marshfield Sun Printing Museum
Front St. & Bayshore (Hwy 101 North), Coos Bay
Original equipment of The Sun Newspaper (1891 –1944).
Oregon Coast Historical Railway
766 S First St. (Hwy 101 North), Coos Bay • www.orcorail.org
Photos and memorabilia; restored 1922 Baldwin steam
locomotive; diesel switcher locomotive, road building machines;
Southern Pacific caboose.
Little Theatre on the Bay
(541) 756-4336 • www.ltob.net
Celebrating over 60 years, Musical
& Theatrical Performances for all
ages.
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CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS
Maybe that’s why we are the regular
stomping ground for many businesses,
associations and organizations when
they gather to learn, share and grow.
Contact us for a custom consultation.
The Coos Bay, North Bend and
Charleston area has the only
commercial airport on the Oregon Coast and as of this
writing, has daily, non-stop flights from Portland and San
Francisco, as well as connections from most anywhere and is
serviced by United/Skywest
and Seaport Air. We can host
small gatherings of as little
as 10, all the way up to large
groups of 500 people in
unique and creative venues.
Call or email us at meetings@OregonsAdventureCoast.com
or visit our website and fill out the Information Request form
in the Conventions, Groups and Meeting Planners section.
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STEVE PREFONTAINE
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
SAY HELLO TO A LEGEND
We, in the Coos Bay area,
hold a special place for Pre
here where he was born in
1951 and discovered his gift
for running fast and far as a
student at Marshfield High School. It was here
he developed his foundation of commitment;
working to be the best in the field, and doing
it his way. He was one-of-a-kind and when he
ran, those fortunate enough to witness it saw
something they had never seen before, or since.
In Coos Bay, you can find a commemorative
monument adjacent to the Coos Bay Visitor
Center, displaying a likeness of Pre and a list
of all his American records held at the time of
his death in May 1975. Nearby, at the Coos Art Museum, the
Prefontaine Memorial Gallery holds the permanent collection
of Steve’s awards and memorabilia, as well as numerous
photographs highlighting his illustrious running career.
Throughout Coos Bay you’ll also find a series of ten
commemorative plaques depicting his time growing up here.
Directions and info are available on our website.
The Annual Prefontaine Memorial Run is a 10k race held
the 3rd Saturday in September: www.prefontainerun.com.
It follows Pre’s former training grounds.
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WHAT TO WEAR
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
PACK CASUAL & COMFORTABLE CLOTHES
Our mild, median temperature varies
by only 15 degrees throughout the
year. We encourage you to pack a
jacket, long pants and sweaters, but
don’t forget your swim suit and shorts
for the summer. November, December
and January are the wettest months,
but a jacket with a hood is a year-round staple.
With so many outdoor activities, it’s important to have hearty
and comfortable footwear, layers for heating up and cooling
down, and any sport specific gear such as waders for fishing,
boots for mountain hiking or a wetsuit for surfing. The
weather changes often, so rembember to pack accordingly.
Average Temperatures:
– January Highs 53°F; Lows 39°F
– August Highs 68°F; Lows 53°F
Annual Precipitation:
63.48 inches, with close to half
between November and January.
Some Quick Weather Facts:
– August is the average warmest month.
– The highest recorded temperature was 96°F in 1931.
– January is the average coolest month.
– December is the average wettest month.
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EVENTS & FESTIVALS
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
JANUARY
- Whale Watching & Storm Watching
FEBRUARY
- Charleston Crab Feed
MARCH
- South Coast Clambake Jazz Festival
- SOLV Great Oregon Spring Beach Cleanup
APRIL
- Roseburg to Coos Bay Relay
- Home Show
- Charleston Oyster Feed
MAY
- Historic Walking Tour
- BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay
- Mother’s Day Rhododendron Sunday: Shore Acres
JUNE
- State Parks Day
- Father’s Day Rose Sunday: Shore Acres
- Clamboree
- Free Fishing Weekend
- Highway 101 Harley-Davidson’s Lighthouse Run
JULY
- July 3rd Waterfront Fireworks
- July 4th, Mayor’s Firecracker Run & Family Fun Day
- Oregon Coast Music Festival
- Maritime Art Exhibit
- North Bend July Jubilee
- Coos County Fair & Rodeo
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EVENTS & FESTIVALS
OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST!
AUGUST
- Farwest Lapidary Gem & Mineral Show
- Circle the Bay 30 km Run/Walk/Relay
- Charleston Seafood Festival
- Blackberry Arts Festival
- Shorebird Festival
SEPTEMBER
- Mill-luck Salmon Celebration
- Music on the Bay
- Bay Area Fun Festival
- Prefontaine Memorial Run
- A Sea of Quilts
- Cruz the Coos
- Coos Basin Amateur Salmon Derby
OCTOBER
- “See Jane Run”
- Annual Texaco Country Showdown
Western Regional Finals
NOVEMBER
- Whale Watching & Storm watching
- Holiday Lights at Shore Acres
(Thanksgiving to New Years Eve)
DECEMBER
- Whale Watching & Storm watching
- Holiday Lights at Shore Acres (Through New Year’s Eve)
- North Bend’s Christmas Tree Lighting
- Little Ole Opry’s Country Christmas at
Little Theatre on the Bay
- Big Band Swing, Oregon Coast Lab Band,
Evolution - Little Theatre on the Bay
- Christmas Concert
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Directions from North I-5
I-5 South to exit 162. Merge onto
Hwy 38/Hwy 99 toward Drain/
Elkton. Take Hwy 38 to Hwy 101
in Reedsport. Turn south on Hwy
101 and go approx. 26 miles.
PORTLAND
Directions from South 1-5
I-5 North. Take exit 119 toward
Hwy 99S/Winston/Hwy 42W/
Coos Bay. Merge onto Coos BayRoseburg Hwy. Take a slight left at
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Maryland Ave then continue on 8th St/
Coos Bay-Roseburg Hwy/ Hwy 42.
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NEWPORT
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FLORENCE
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REEDSPORT
DRAIN
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NORTH BEND
CHARLESTON COOS BAY
BANDON
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Please Note:
Charleston is unincorporated, so addresses may
not be correct on GPS devices. Consult a map
or call the Coos Bay Visitor Information Center
at 800-824-8486 for accurate directions.
5 Get a map at any area visitor centers or email
info@OregonsAdventureCoast.com
to request a map.
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GOLD BEACH
Flying Here
(Airport Code OTH)
We boast the only commercial
airport on the Oregon Coast with
daily, non-stop flights from Portland
and San Francisco! For ticket info,
please visit www.united.com or
www.seaportair.com.
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