Accessibility

Accessibility is about far more than checking boxes or meeting minimum ADA standards. On Oregon’s Adventure Coast, it’s a commitment—a promise-to open our doors wider so everyone can see, hear, explore, and fully experience the beauty and possibilities this region holds.

Wheel the World

Oregon has always been a pioneer—and now, thanks to a powerful partnership between Travel Oregon and Wheel the World , that pioneering spirit has reached a new milestone. Oregon is officially the first state in the U.S. to be designated “Accessibility Verified” by Wheel the World, marking an exciting moment for inclusive travel. Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston, along with a dozen other coastal destinations, is proud to be recognized as a Destination Verified community.

This achievement reflects our unwavering belief that everyone who visits Oregon’s Adventure Coast, and our surrounding communities—should be able to experience the beauty, wonder, and adventure of this region without barriers.

Being Destination Verified means visitors with disabilities and mobility challenges can now plan their trips using an online resource built with accessibility at its core. Increasing access and inclusivity has long been a guiding priority for Coos Bay–North Bend–Charleston Visitor & Convention Bureau. Learn more about Wheel the World.

David’s Chair

Thanks to the generosity and collaboration of local partners, David’s Chair Outdoor Mobility Systems is now available for visitors to reserve free of charge. These rugged, track-based chairs empower individuals to explore terrain that was once out of reach—coastal beaches, state parks, forest trails, and more. Unlike traditional wheelchairs, these all-terrain chairs use durable, tank-style tracks that glide across sand, gravel, and uneven ground.

With support from a recent Travel Oregon grant, a new, even more beach-friendly track chair is now available at the Coos Bay Visitor Center, complete with a tow-and-go trailer for easy transport.

For more details about David’s Chair availability and to book the Tow & Go Chair located at the Coos Bay Visitor Center, visit the David’s Chair Booking Page. Learn more about David’s Chair.

EnChroma Glasses

More than 350 million people worldwide experience some form of color vision deficiency—most commonly red-green color blindness. EnChroma’s mission is simple and powerful: to help people see more of the color, vibrancy, and joy the world has to offer.

Oregon’s Adventure Coast is proud to offer EnChroma outdoor glasses, available for both common and rare forms of color blindness. Adults and children can borrow these glasses for up to seven days, FREE of charge, from the Coos Bay Visitor Center at 50 Central Ave., Coos Bay. Learn more about EnChroma.

In addition, Indoor Color Blindness Glasses are available at these locations. Again, these glasses are Free to borrow while visiting these locations:

Accessible Kayak Launches

Our accessible kayak launches and viewing platforms open the door to water adventures that many once thought were out of reach. These thoughtfully designed features allow visitors with mobility challenges to explore Oregon’s waterways with confidence and ease.

Accessible kayak launches can be found at:

Hearing Loops

Hearing loop technology ensures that visitors with hearing loss can fully participate in performances, conversations, and visitor experiences. These systems deliver clear, direct sound to hearing aids and cochlear implants equipped with telecoils. Learn more about hearing loops.

Locations offering Hearing Loops include: