Oregon Coast, OR

Travel Guide

Oregon Coast showing a lighthouse and tranquil scenes
Shore Acres State Park showing rocky coastline
Coos Bay which includes an aircraft and aircraft
Seaside featuring a sunset and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Coos Bay

Oregon Coast Travel Guide Video

Discover shipwrecks, tour old lighthouses, learn about local marine life and spend a day on the beach when you visit Oregon's long and diverse coastline.

With beach towns, fishing villages, coastal cities, beaches, forests and mountains, the Oregon Coast is popular for exploration by nature lovers, adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts. The region extends for 363 miles (584 kilometers) along the Pacific Ocean and offers scenic beauty, outdoor adventures and cultural gems. Spot migrating whales, walk through an ancient rainforest, see shipwrecks stranded on beaches and admire coastal-inspired art.

Get acquainted with Oregon Coast’s natural attractions with hiking expeditions in its many natural parks, including Ecola State Park and Bob Straub State Park. Visit Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site, home to ancient western red cedars. Follow the coastal trails near Heceta Head Lighthouse and tour the interior of this late 19th-century tower. Relax on the beaches of Sunset Bay State Park.

Grab your binoculars and head to Cape Foulweather, Cook's Chasm Turnout or other prime viewpoints to see migrating and resident gray whales. Most migration occurs from December to May.

The waters off Oregon Coast are a graveyard for numerous ships. Observe the rusted steel shell of the Wreck of the Peter Iredale, which ran aground in 1906. See the remains of the vessel near shore at Fort Stevens State Park. Approximately 10 miles (16 kilometers) away is Astoria where you can view lots of relics from historical shipwrecks at the Columbia River Maritime Museum. While you are in Astoria, watch seals being fed at the Seaside Aquarium and climb up to the observation deck of the 125-foot (38-meter) Astoria Column.

Travel to some of the region’s other cities and towns. Newport has art galleries and the Oregon Coast Aquarium. Descend into the spectacular Sea Lion Caves in FlorenceOpens in a new window and tour the fish markets of Charleston.

One of the quickest ways to reach the Oregon Coast is to fly into Portland International Airport or one of the regional airports. Alternatively, come by bus, train or car and stay for the natural beauty, outdoor pursuits and urban charms.

Where to stay in Oregon Coast

Cannon Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach

Tolovana Park

Popular for its iconic Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach offers stunning coastal views and artisan shops. Explore local galleries, dine at nearby restaurants, and visit Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site.

Tolovana Park
Cannon Beach featuring general coastal views

Downtown Cannon Beach

5/5(226 area reviews)

Downtown Cannon Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Cannon Beach and Coaster Theatre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cannon Beach.

Downtown Cannon Beach
Connie Hansen Garden which includes rainforest and a park

Wecoma Beach

While visiting Wecoma Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Chinook Winds Casino and Chinook Winds Golf Resort.

Wecoma Beach
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Roads End

4/5(45 area reviews)

While Roads End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Roads End State Recreation Site and Chinook Winds Casino.

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Oceanlake

While visiting Oceanlake, you might make a stop by sights like Devils Lake and Lincoln City Skate Park.

Oceanlake
Yaquina Head Light House which includes a coastal town, wildflowers and rugged coastline

Agate Beach

5/5(31 area reviews)

Agate Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaquina Head Light House and Agate Beach Neighborhood and Dog Park.

Agate Beach
Seahorse Oceanfront Lodge

Seahorse Oceanfront Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1301 NW 21st Street, Lincoln City, OR
$98 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$111 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lincoln City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,072 reviews)
"Ocean view and right next to the stairs to walk down to the beach."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Seahorse Oceanfront Lodge
Promenade Inn & Suites Oceanfront

Promenade Inn & Suites Oceanfront

2.5 out of 5
30 N Prom, Seaside, OR
$179 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$201 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (2,153 reviews)
"Property right on the beach"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Promenade Inn & Suites Oceanfront
Adobe Resort

Adobe Resort

3 out of 5
1555 Highway 101, Yachats, OR
$159 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$176 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Yachats. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,476 reviews)
"love it"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Adobe Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rockaway Beach Resort

Rockaway Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
615 N Pacific St, Rockaway Beach, OR
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Rockaway Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (596 reviews)
Restful stay
"What a great place to stay. Plenty of space and so clean. Loved being right on the beach. Staff was so nice."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Rockaway Beach Resort
Little Creek Cove Beachfront Resort

Little Creek Cove Beachfront Resort

3 out of 5
3641 NW Oceanview Drive, Newport, OR
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,410 reviews)
"Family of 6, and this room worked perfectly for us! One room had 3 beds, the huge king in another room and a sofa bed for #6! The views were great! The kitchen was well appointed allowing us to make some meals and enjoy the views."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Little Creek Cove Beachfront Resort
Ocean Terrace Condominiums

Ocean Terrace Condominiums

3 out of 5
4229 SW Beach Ave, Lincoln City, OR
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Lincoln City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Chinook Winds Casino and Jennifer Sears Glass ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (695 reviews)
"The booking was quite deceiving......when I reserved the room, the pictures showed that the room had an ocean view and when we arrived we had a room with no ocean view. Very disappointed"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Ocean Terrace Condominiums
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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