Our Adventure Blog

As Oregon’s Adventure Coast begins to carefully reopen, it’s important that visitors make informed decisions and prepare themselves for our “now normal” (because this won’t be forever!). Here are some answers to questions you may have to help you decide if you and your family are ready for an Oregon Coast Adventure!...

This month, we are featuring North Bend Lanes owner, Mark Mattecheck. North Bend Lanes has been a beloved staple on Oregon’s Adventure Coast since 1957 when Mark’s father and grandfather left the movie theatre business and opened the bowling alley. “...

Whether you prefer to catch and cook your own or have an expert prepare them for you, Oregon’s Adventure Coast has an abundance of options to try out the ever-popular Pacific Razor Clams. ...

CBDA Farmers Market announces it will open June 3, 2020 as an Essential Grocery-type Layout not a “Social Gathering” site. Read other changes can be expected...

Restaurants all over the country were ordered to close last March to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, but that didn’t stop our restaurant community! Our local eateries, many of them family-owned, pivoted from their signature menus and found ways to provide takeout and delivery while keeping employees and customers safe....

Meet our fearless leader, Janice Langlinais, who is approaching her 3rd year as the Director at Coos Bay - North Bend Visitor and Convention Bureau here on Oregon’s Adventure Coast!...

Many of our followers were curious as to what the animals were up to at Charleston Marine Life Center during the COVID-19 shutdown. Even though these amazing creatures miss their public visitors and school groups, it looks like they’re doing just fine. ...

While the rest of the country has been staying home and social distancing, the glorious spring and summer blooms at Shore Acres State Park haven't missed a beat. We would normally encourage you to pack your bags and head down to Oregon's Adventure Coast asap so you can see them for yourself- but this is not the time....

In 2018, we welcomed Oregon guru and journalist Rick Dancer and his wife Kathy as they explored some of our favorite places and spaces and interviewed wonderful locals from Coos Bay, North Bend & Charleston....

In 2018, we welcomed Oregon guru and journalist Rick Dancer and his wife Kathy as they explored some of our favorite places and spaces and interviewed wonderful locals from Coos Bay, North Bend & Charleston....

Pets are part of the family, and what’s a family vacation to Oregon’s Adventure Coast without the whole family in tow? We welcome travelers AND their furry friends! Here is a list of several of our “pet-friendly” play areas and lodging options in the Coos Bay/North Bend/Charleston area....

Take a deep breath, and take a few minutes to get lost in these awe-inspiring photographs posted by some of our wonderful residents and visitors....

Those seeking an escape from large crowds and the fast pace of life can always find refuge on our magical coast. However, it’s more important than ever to remind our visitors to avoid potential dangers by following some common-sense guidelines to keep you and your family safe and to preserve our wildlife and outdoor spaces on Oregon’s Adventure Coast so others may enjoy them too. We have outlined some tips to keep you, your loved ones and your pets safe when visiting Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston. ...

Traveling to Coos Bay~North Bend~Charleston, Oregon for the 2020 3A Basketball State Championship? Share Your Adventures on Instagram with the #3ACoosBay tag for a chance to win some outstanding prizes!...

We asked people to tell us their favorite restaurants in Coos Bay-North Bend-Charleston. Here's what they said. ...

Did you know Coos Bay chef and owner of Restaurant O, Eoghain O’Neill, is a former contestant on the hit show, Beat Bobby Flay? Neither did we! ...

We were pleased to learn that Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area was featured in the newest issue of Courier, the magazine of The National Tour Association (NTA). ...

These photos truly capture some of the special moments and highlights that happened this year on Oregon's Adventure Coast. From all of us here, we wish you a Happy New Year!...

With a thriving and growing restaurant and arts scene, it’s natural for our eclectic music culture to grow as well. The Coos Bay/North Bend region already hosts a fantastic selection of fun annual festivals featuring a range of musical genres (i.e. Oregon Coast Music Festival, Music on the Bay, BBQ, Blues and Brews by the Bay and many more), so we’re happy to see that our local music scene continues to grow as well....

Visitors will have an amazing opportunity to see some of the thousands of Gray whales migrating south in the Pacific Ocean during Winter Whale Watch Week: Friday, December 27th through Tuesday, December 31st. To help you plan your trip, here is a 2-day Winter Whale Watching itinerary the whole family will enjoy with options for indoor and outdoor activities. ...