Planning a trip to Lincoln City? Start with our complete Lincoln City Oregon Coast Guide for beaches, parking, glass floats, where to stay, and seasonal timing.
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As if the annual Winter Whale Watch wasn't enough excuse to head to the Oregon Coast this weekend, Portland Trail Blazers fans are in for a special treat. In addition to the 3,000 floats that Finders Keepers drops on Lincoln City beaches all year long, 50 special red,...
Lincoln City has recently unveiled its 2024 schedule for unique glass float events, promising the placement of over 3,000 exquisite glass orbs along its seven-mile stretch of beaches. This year includes a special arrangement for those with disabilities, offering them...
Pacific Grind Cafe is a locally owned Lincoln City restaurant and coffee shop in the historic Taft District, serving espresso drinks, premium bagels, egg sandwiches, breakfast burritos, pastries, and lunch. The colorful cafe has indoor and outdoor seating, a...
The rhythmic dance of waves crashing onto the sandy shores of the Oregon Coast has a sweet symphony that harmonizes perfectly with the delectable offerings of My Petite Sweet. With two dreamy locations, one nestled in the heart of Lincoln City and the other embracing...
There's something uniquely compelling about Lincoln City, Oregon. Nestled against the majestic Pacific Ocean, it's a haven of natural beauty where land, sea, and sky intertwine. Towering forests run headlong into the deep blue waters, and the sky overhead is a canvas...
Get ready for a magical beach adventure in Lincoln City on the picturesque Oregon coast! This May, you'll have two enchanting weekends to embark on a treasure hunt for dazzling glass floats hidden in the sandy shores. Glass Float Guide For May 2023 Let the daily glass...
The Central Oregon coast town of Lincoln City is an unexpected location for an authentic German pub, but you’ll find one here nonetheless! At Autobahn 101 you won’t see BMWs and Volkswagons speeding down the 101 highway (in fact, cars slow down to a crawl as they wend...
There have been 21 tsunamis on the Oregon Coast since 1854. The last two damaging tsunamis were in 1964 as a result of the Great Alaskan Earthquake, and in 2011 as a result of the Great Tohoku Japan Earthquake that caused severe damage and contributed to the deaths of...
I'm a serious Oregon history buff, especially when it comes to the lost, forgotten, and slightly wacky. Occasionally I find the time to write about the ones with special meaning to me, like lost treasure legends, roadside oddities, and entire areas that have now...
Nestled between forested bluffs and the Siletz Bay, you'll find one of our favorite places to stay on the Oregon coast. Salishan Coastal Lodge is a tranquil retreat where you can feel one with the soulful mountains, the powerful sea, and the enchanting forest. This...
We love visiting the Oregon coast in fall. Fall usually means bad weather on the coast, and that means less crowds at your favorite coastal restaurants, trailheads, and other coastal destinations. Here are our top four things to do on the Oregon coast this autumn. 1....
Data and editorial recommendations were reviewed in September 2026. If you want a straight answer: Hillsboro is the best overall place to live in Oregon in 2026 for most households that need jobs, schools, healthcare, and a house they might actually be able to buy....