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There are a lot of reasons to love Oregon: from scenic coastlines along the Pacific, mountains that reach into the sky, gorgeous sunsets, thousands of miles of hiking and biking trails, and pristine lakes and rivers, it's easy to see why people are looking for the...
If you're looking for an excuse to head to the Oregon Coast soon, you won't want to miss the Kite Festival in Lincoln City as we head into fall 2022. Held on the beach at the D River State Recreation Site, the annual Fall Kite Festival is a longstanding family...
California sea lions love to hang out around Yaquina Bay in Newport Oregon. It's not really a proper trip to Newport without stopping to check out the local wildlife, and to see the sea lions yelping and playing as they lounge on the docks. Our favorite spot to check...
Brookings is a pretty little town on the Southern Oregon coast everyone should visit at least once. Boasting a gorgeous rugged coastline, 12 miles of scenic corridor with multiple viewpoints, and some of the warmest temperatures along the Oregon coast, it’s easy to...
Brookings is a gorgeous little town on the Southern Oregon coast everyone should visit at least once. Boasting a gorgeous rugged coastline, 12 miles of scenic corridor with multiple viewpoints, and some of the warmest temperatures along the coast, it's easy to see why...
In some awesome news for Goonies fans across the world, the iconic famous home in Astoria that was a huge part of the classic Oregon film from 1985 is once again open for visitors to see. We were pleasantly surprised on a visit to Astoria last month when we learned...
Short Sand Beach sits in Oswald West State Park between Manzanita and Cannon Beach, reached by a short forest walk from signed Highway 101 parking areas. The cove draws surfers, families and hikers, while seasonal Blumenthal Falls reaches the sand during wetter...
Imagine sitting at a table near the edge of a sea cliff, watching the tide pull in, while you enjoy the perfect bowl of clam chowder--something fresh and authentic--the essence of the sea. It could fill you up, but it will always leave your mouth watering, begging for...
The gorgeous Yaquina Bay Bridge is easily one of the most recognizable structures along the Oregon coast. People stop to take photos and drone videos of the bridge when they visit Newport, and delight in the bridge's architectural details. The Oregon Department Of...
Crabbing is a dangerous and often tricky profession. Every day crabbers risk their lives just to fill our stomachs and make a modest wage. We're grateful for their efforts. There's nothing better than the salty aftertaste of fresh-caught crab, especially when it comes...
Few movies have left their mark on Oregon or its culture quite like The Goonies. For almost 40 years, we've idolized the film and passed it down through the generations. It's become a part of who we are and what it means to grow up on the coast. Released in 1985, The...
Orca sightings have been off the hook this year, all along the southern coast. They normally feed on baby gray whales during their annual migration north to Alaska, starting in late March to early June. They're also known to swim closer to land to snack on sea lions,...