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What if we told you there was a “secret” freshwater lake near Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area? Hall Lake is one of those special under-the-radar destinations that doesn’t get a lot of coverage, but offers locals and visitors a b...
Two cyclists in helmets stand with their bikes on the boardwalk at dusk, with surfboards and yellow bags strapped to trailers, one wearing an orange rain jacket.
Discover Pedal-Powered Adventures on Oregon’s Adventure Coast On Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston, biking isn’t just an activity. It’s a way to explore, connect, and discover. Whether you prefer gravel, forest trails, scenic roads, or beach rides, the southern Oregon C...
Two people walk along a grassy path toward a calm bay in warm evening light, with a tall evergreen at the left.
Have you been carrying a heavy mental load lately? Maybe it’s time to make getting out in nature part of your self-care. Reconnecting with nature has countless advantages, and hiking tops the list as one of the best ways to do it. Not only do you get the benefits of being around natural landscapes, ...
A man and woman crouch on wet rocks by a tide pool, looking down at the water.
Adventure travelers eager to explore Oregon's rugged coastlines, undeveloped beaches, and local communities might be interested to know that Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston is home to the only commercial airport on the Oregon Coast, making it a gateway to some of the Pacif...
Green retro “Welcome to North Bend” sign with pink neon lettering arching over a tree-lined road.
North Bend, Oregon, turns 123 this month, and to honor the occasion, let's get to know the town that anchors the north end of Coos Bay! North Bend, Oregon, part of Oregon's Adventure Coast, has a special history and character of its own. Shipping tycoon Louis J. Simpson founded North Bend in 1903, ...