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Featured Adventure - Where to View Wildlife on Oregon's Adventure Coast

Featured Adventure - Where to View Wildlife on Oregon's Adventure Coast

Fri, Dec 6, 2024

Fri, Dec 6, 2024

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is a wonderful destination for exploring nature and spotting diverse wildlife like migrating whales, seal and sea lions, shorebirds, and more....

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Where to Gear Up for Adventure on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Where to Gear Up for Adventure on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Tue, Nov 26, 2024

Tue, Nov 26, 2024

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Discover why Oregon's Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is the ultimate outdoor destination, complete with a resource guide to rentals and outfitting services for your next adventure....

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Seven Under-the-Radar Destinations to Explore on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Seven Under-the-Radar Destinations to Explore on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Tue, Nov 19, 2024

Tue, Nov 19, 2024

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Explore the lesser-known attractions, hiking trails, scenic spots, and local businesses that offer a unique experience beyond the typical tourist routes on Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston....

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How Indigenous Communities Enrich and Uplift Oregon’s Adventure Coast

How Indigenous Communities Enrich and Uplift Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Fri, Nov 15, 2024

Fri, Nov 15, 2024

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is deeply enriched by its Indigenous heritage, which has shaped the region for thousands of years. November is National Native American Heritage Month, the perfect time to recognize and honor the enduring impact and significant contributions of Indigenous peoples, including the Coquille Indian Tribe and the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians....

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What is the Difference Between High Surf and King Tides?

What is the Difference Between High Surf and King Tides?

Tue, Nov 5, 2024

Tue, Nov 5, 2024

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What are King Tides and do they cause High Surf conditions? Answers to these and many other common questions visitors have....

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Holiday Lights at Shore Acres: Oregon’s Brightest Attraction By the Numbers

Holiday Lights at Shore Acres: Oregon’s Brightest Attraction By the Numbers

Fri, Oct 25, 2024

Fri, Oct 25, 2024

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The Annual Holiday Lights at Shore Acres State Park are just around the corner, lighting up from Thanksgiving Day through New Year's Eve! Visit our Event Page for all the details — in this post, we’re breaking down this beloved holiday tradition by the numbers....

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10 Interesting Facts About Coos Bay’s 150 Year History

10 Interesting Facts About Coos Bay’s 150 Year History

Fri, Oct 11, 2024

Fri, Oct 11, 2024

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From its maritime heritage to its pivotal role in Oregon’s timber industry, Coos Bay has played a key part in shaping Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston over the years. To celebrate our 150th anniversary, join us for a Big Birthday Party at the Coos History Museum and Coos Bay Village on Saturday, October 26, 2024. In honor of this milestone, we’ve uncovered some fascinating historical facts, courtesy of the Coos History Museum....

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Spotlight on Whiskey Run Mountain Biking Trails!

Spotlight on Whiskey Run Mountain Biking Trails!

Wed, Oct 2, 2024

Wed, Oct 2, 2024

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Since its debut, the Whiskey Run Mountain Bike Trail System has quickly become one of Oregon's top destinations for riders of all skill levels. With the upcoming Run Whiskey Run race on Saturday, October 12, 2024— now is the perfect time to highlight this hot spot on Oregon’s South Coast....

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Leave No Trace: 7 Guidelines to Protect Oregon’s Adventure Coast for Future Visitors

Leave No Trace: 7 Guidelines to Protect Oregon’s Adventure Coast for Future Visitors

Wed, Sep 25, 2024

Wed, Sep 25, 2024

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Keep Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston Beautiful for Generations to Come with the Seven Leave No Trace Principles....

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Exploring Golden and Silver Falls: A Guide to Hiking this Natural Wonder on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Exploring Golden and Silver Falls: A Guide to Hiking this Natural Wonder on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Tue, Sep 17, 2024

Tue, Sep 17, 2024

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Nestled deep within the lush, coastal forests of southwest Oregon, the Golden and Silver Falls State Natural Area (not to be confused with Silver Falls State Park outside of Salem, OR)offers a peaceful retreat from the busyness and demands of everyday life, making it one of the most beloved destinations on Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston....

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Celebrating 50 Years of the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Celebrating 50 Years of the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Fri, Sep 6, 2024

Fri, Sep 6, 2024

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Last month, one of the most precious gems on Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston, celebrated its 50th anniversary. The South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (SSNERR), the first of 30 in the United States, is an essential habitat with nearly 7,000 acres of forests, salt marshes, mudflats, and water channels, all of which are home to diverse ecosystems with hundreds of native plant and animal species....

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Top Spots for Live Music on Oregon’s Adventure Coast this Fall & Beyond

Top Spots for Live Music on Oregon’s Adventure Coast this Fall & Beyond

Tue, Aug 27, 2024

Tue, Aug 27, 2024

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast offers numerous opportunities to experience live music that is distinctly our own. Whether it’s a local band playing at a cozy venue, a community concert in the park, or a special music-themed event, the region is brimming with musical moments that showcase the creativity and diversity of our local talent....

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Coos Bay Earns Oregon Heritage “All-Star” Status

Coos Bay Earns Oregon Heritage “All-Star” Status

Tue, Aug 20, 2024

Tue, Aug 20, 2024

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is proud to announce that the city of Coos Bay has earned the prestigious title of Oregon Heritage All-Star Community, a distinction awarded by the Oregon Heritage/State Historic Preservation Office. This honor coincides with Coos Bay’s 150th anniversary, celebrating its rich indigenous and maritime roots....

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Announcing the Winners of Our 2024 "Claw-some" Crab Cake Bake-Off!

Announcing the Winners of Our 2024 "Claw-some" Crab Cake Bake-Off!

Wed, Aug 7, 2024

Wed, Aug 7, 2024

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Announcing the winners of the 2nd Annual "Claw-some" Crab Cake Bake-Off, hosted by Oregon's Adventure Coast. Take a look at these winning crab-themed cakes submitted by amateur and professional bakers alike!...

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The Washed Ashore Project Opens in North Bend!

The Washed Ashore Project Opens in North Bend!

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

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Since opening in 2010, thousands of residents and visitors of Oregon’s Adventure Coast have experienced the Washed Ashore Project, one of the most powerful and captivating community-driven art projects in the country. You can imagine our joy when we learned that the organization has opened a facility in North Bend!...

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Where to Celebrate Coos Bay's 150-Year History this Summer & Fall!

Where to Celebrate Coos Bay's 150-Year History this Summer & Fall!

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

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In 2024, Coos Bay celebrates its 150th anniversary. Originally known as Marshfield, the city was incorporated on October 24, 1874, named after founder J.C. Tolman's Massachusetts hometown. 150 years later, Coos Bay has grown into the largest city on the Oregon Coast. Read this post for resources and ideas to help you celebrate Coos Bay's 150th anniversary and explore its rich history....

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Do’s and Don’ts of Traveling with Pets to Oregon's Adventure Coast

Do’s and Don’ts of Traveling with Pets to Oregon's Adventure Coast

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

Thu, Jul 11, 2024

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Oregon’s Adventure Coast is a travel destination that welcomes pets and offers numerous parks, beaches, and trails, along with various pet-friendly lodging, services, and restaurants - the "paw-sibilities" are endless! Dogs are not just welcomed—they're encouraged!...

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Oregon's Adventure Coast Boosts Accessibility for Outdoor Recreation

Oregon's Adventure Coast Boosts Accessibility for Outdoor Recreation

Fri, Jul 5, 2024

Fri, Jul 5, 2024

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We believe everyone who visits Oregon's Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston should be able to enjoy its natural beauty and welcoming communities. To make our region a more inclusive destination, the Coos Bay Visitor Center recently added a solution for visitors with mobility challenges, so they can also enjoy the natural amenities that make Oregon’s South Coast such a special place to visit....

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North Bend’s July Jubilee is Back and Better Than Ever in 2024!

North Bend’s July Jubilee is Back and Better Than Ever in 2024!

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

We’re looking forward to the return of the July Jubilee happening July 12-14, 2024! We’re celebrating North Bend’s 121st Birthday with live music, a Sip N Stroll, food, dancing, a 5k fun run, a disc golf tournament, cornhole tournament, a special Opry at Liberty Theatre, and more!...

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Your Guide to Golfing on Oregon’s South Coast

Your Guide to Golfing on Oregon’s South Coast

Fri, Jun 21, 2024

Fri, Jun 21, 2024

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With its temperate weather, gorgeous views, and beautifully maintained golf courses, the Oregon Coast is known for being a golfer's paradise - and nowhere is that more apparent than on the Southern Oregon Coast....

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