SAND DUNES FRONTIER, 83960 Hwy 101, Florence, Or. 97439  (541) 997-3544.  Experience the world of the scenic Oregon Dunes at the Sand Dunes Frontier, with sand dune buggy rides you can enjoy glistening valleys, vast hills, ghost-like forests and a desert atmosphere amidst dunes towering up to 385 feet high.  Self drive ATV rentals available, including polaris quads, honda odysseys and mini-rails.  Ride sand rails driven by Sand Dunes Frontier staff that can accommodate up to 28 passengers at one time.  ATV camping on site with direct access to the dunes, 18 hole miniature golf, snack bar and gift shop.  Located 4 miles south of Florence next to Honeyman State park.

  MARINER SQUARE, 250 SW Bay Blvd. Newport (541) 265-2206.  On Newport's historic bayfront, Mariner Square encompasses several attractions, including the Undersea Gardens, the Wax Works and Ripley's Believe It or Not.

  NEWPORT TRADEWINDS - 653 SW Bay Blvd. Newport Oregon 97365. Located on Newport's Historic Bay front.  24 Hour phone:1-541- 265-2101 or 1-800-676-7819.  Year round Bottom fishing, 5 or 8 hour trips.  Salmon Fishing (in season) 5,6 or 8 hour trips.  10 hour Combo's available (Salmon & Bottom).  Halibut (in season) 12 hour trips.  "Stop Wishin...Come Fishin".  info@newporttradewinds.com 

  NEWPORT'S HISTORIC BAYFRONT has easy access docks to view the busy waterfront with fishing boats, whale watching and charter fishing boats, undersea gardens, restaurants, galleries, fresh seafood shops and many other activities. (photo by Nick Boren)  View the Newport Bayfront Video. 

   NYE BEACH in Newport is a home to galleries, restaurants, the Performing Arts Center and is a great place to walk and browse thru dozens of shops.  Located west of Hwy 101 from the center of Newport, take Olive St west.  Several fine hotels are within easy walking distance of the Nye Beach area.

  THE SILETZ INDIAN POW WOW is held the 2nd weekend in August every year in Siletz, with native crafts, food, dancing competitions and other activities.  Wander through a world of teepees and vendors selling beads, blankets, clothing and other crafts and try BBQ salmon on cedar planks cooked over an open fire pit in authentic fashion.

  DEPOE BAY, "The Smallest Harbor in the World", is a center of activity for charter boat trips, whale watching and the famous "Spouting Horn" where incoming waves create a huge fountain when funneled through the shoreline rock formations.  Locate midway between Newport and Lincoln City, call 1-877-485-8348 for more information.

 DOCKSIDE CHARTERS, PO Box 1308, Depoe Bay, Or. 97341 1-800-733-8915 "Whale Watching Headquarters on the Oregon Coast", One hour Whale Watching Trips $12 per person, Five Hour Fishing Trips $55 per person. Handicapped accessible. Also featuring Oregon's original Zodiac Tours. Be sure to visit to visit our website featuring weekly whale updates at www.newportnet.com/dockside. Gift Certificates available for your holiday gift giving!. $3 OFF with this ad for a whale watching trip.

HARMONY LANES, 675 N. Hwy 20, Toledo, Or.  541-336-2692.  Open bowling, pro shop, birthday parties, rock 'n bowl, full service lottery.  Open 7 days a week for food, drink and fun.

BIKING THE OREGON COAST, traveling the Oregon Coast by bicycle is becoming more and more of a popular way to see the coast.  It is advisable to travel north to south in the summer months as there is a steady north wind, which works as a tailwind.  Scenic state parks with camping and/or picnic sites dot the 300 mile route from Astoria to Brookings. 

SILETZ BAY in South Lincoln City has many recreational, lodging and restaurant opportunities with sheltered sandy beaches, shallow water access, fishing, clamming and crabbing.  3 large hotels and Mo's restaurant overlook the bay.  View this Siletz Bay video.

HATFIELD MARINE SCIENCE CENTER, South Beach, Or. (1 mile south of Newport) (503) 867-0100 Oregon State University's premier oceanographic research facility and aquarium. Have a close encounter with a giant Pacific octopus. Learn about current coastal and marine research through interactive diplays. Take a leisurely stroll along the self guided estuary trail. Educational programming offered. Free Admission. Open 10am-4pm.

  OREGON COAST BRIDGES are gateways to new adventures, varied in design and are numerous. Pictured here the Alsea Bay Bridge at Waldport.

OREGON STATE PARKS are among the most scenic in the world, with campgrounds, picnic sites, day use areas, hiking and more.

OREGON COAST RV PARKS provide year round recreation opportunities at scenic sites.

SOLV sponsors the Great Oregon Beach Cleanup every year, this year is the 20th anniversary of the world's first beach cleanup.

YACHATS is a village situated on one of the most scenic and rugged areas of the Oregon Coast, on a peninsula of spectacular rocky outcroppings, with oceanfront trails and hotels.  View this scenic Yachats video  (real player format).

OREGON COAST GOLF COURSES offer a huge selection of choices, from some that skirt towering sand dunes to others bordering scenic Pacific coast beaches or inland river valleys.

OREGON DUNES NATIONAL RECREATION AREA 855 Highway 101, Reedsport. 541-271-3611. The Oregon Dunes Park features 30 lakes, 14 hiking trails, 13 campgrounds, 11 beach parking areas, 9 day use areas, 3 off-highway riding areas, 1 dunes overlook, and a visitor center. Fee is $3 per vehicle per day. Stretching along Hwy 101 from North Bend to Florence. 32,000 acres of shifting sand dunes up to 385 ft. high in a Sahara like atmosphere. Includes ghost forests, lakes, and ocean beaches.

  YAQUINA BAY LIGHTHOUSE STATE PARK is Newport's oldest wooden building. It was built in 1871 and operated only 3 years as a lighthouse. It was home to the crews of the U.S. Lifesaving Service, now known as the U.S. Coast Guard for 37 years. Once scheduled for demolition, local residents rallied to save it, and the lighthouse is now considered an historical landmark. Admission is free and features a 20 minute video. The lighthouse is open Mon.-Thurs. from 12:00 to 4:00 pm. Tours and weddings can be arranged upon request. Join the Friends and be a keeper of the light as a $10 supporting member. 846 SW Government, Newport, Or. 97365.

OREGON COAST AQUARIUM, 2890 Ferry Slip Rd, Newport, Or. 97365 (541) 867-3474 Features 2 1/2 acres of rocky pools and plant topped cliffs, wave tumbled pools, and sandy shores. Four indoor galleries, where waves crash and fish dart in and out, the smells and sounds of Oregon's coast are everywhere. Grey whales star in a 10 minute video in the Qwest Theater. Outside, sea otters roll and tumble in a large pool in the rocks. Open 10-5 Daily (Winter Hours). Admission: Adults (14-64) $10.75, Seniors $9.50, Children 4-12 $6.50, 3 & under Free. Group rates are available in advance.  Located in South Beach, just across the bridge from Newport.

TOLEDO, situated 6 miles east of Newport on Hwy 20 has many historic buildings, art galleries, antiques shops and outdoor recreational opportunities.  For more information call (541) 336-3183.

   AQUARIUM VILLAGE, located just south of the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport is a unique collection of craft shops, including a glass blowing gallery and many other businesses. 

  OLALLA VALLEY GOLF COURSE, 1022 Olalla Rd., Toledo  97391. 541-336-2121.  A par 36 nine hole golf course with a full service pro shop, practice green and restaurant. 6 miles east of Newport on Hwy 20, turn on Olalla Lake Rd. and go 1 mile.  Away from the wind of the coast and nestled in sunny inland hills, you will find one of the most challenging and beautiful 9 hole courses on the Oregon Coast.  Greens fees: $16 for 9 holes or $30 for 18 holes, seven days a week. Juniors and Senior Rates (Mon. - Thur.): $11 & $20. Power carts available at $14 for 9 holes or $26 for 18 holes. Restaurant open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, large clubhouse also available for banquets.  Open daily 7 am to dusk.  

THE CONNIE HANSEN GARDEN, 1931 NW 33^rd Street, Lincoln City, OR 97367.  The Conservancy’s mission is to restore, preserve, maintain and continue the development of the Garden, to promote gardening interest, and become the focus of gardening in the area. The Garden itself is an urban coastal garden and is utilized for the education and enjoyment of the public.

FLYING DUTCHMAN WINERY, Three miles south of Depot Bay in Otter Rock (exit at Cape Foul weather), (541) 765-2554.  They make handcrafted wines in small batches.  This personalized attention is resulting in award winning wines and rave reviews.  Stop by for a tasting and tour.  Open 11-5pm daily.  

NEWPORT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, 777 W. Olive PO Box 1315 Newport, OR 97365 

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