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5 Oregon Coast Vacation Rentals With Ocean, Bay & River Views
Updated and rechecked September 18, 2026. These five active Oregon Coast vacation rentals put the view at the center of the stay: Proposal Rock and the Pacific in Neskowin, the changing tide on Netarts Bay, ocean…
Florence Rhododendron Festival Returning May 2022
Just a year younger than the Portland Rose Festival, the traditional Florence Rhododendron Festival is the second-oldest flower festival in Oregon and third oldest on the west coast. People travel from around the United States to…
12 Best Seafood Restaurants on the Oregon Coast With Spectacular Views
There really is no place in the world like the Oregon Coast. It's truly one of the most relaxed, amazing experiences anyone can have in Oregon. Not only is it a great place to walk on…
Florence Oregon Wine & Chowder Trail Postponed Until February 2022
The beloved long-running Florence Oregon Wine & Chowder event, usually held during the long holiday weekend in October, is produced by the Florence Chamber of Commerce and has drawn nearly 1000 visitors each year. This year…
Breathtaking Orcas Recently Spotted on Oregon Coast
Are you ready for some whale watching on the stunning and scenic Oregon Coast? If so, now is the time to do it, as approximately 18,000 gray whales pass close to the Oregon coast as they…
The Singing Sands Of Oregon Is A Strange Phenomenon You Need To Hear To Believe
If you've ever been to the Oregon Dunes near Florence Oregon you may have been one of the lucky few who experienced a strange phenomenon known as singing sands. What causes the sands to sing their…
Heceta Head Lighthouse in Oregon is One of America’s Favorites
The Oregon Coast is stunning year-round and a popular place to escape the rigors of work and city life. Some play in the sand, hike or bike in the coastal rainforests, or relax and take a…