That Oregon Life invites you to discover the stunning ruggedness and breathtaking coastal vistas of the Oregon Coast. From dramatic cliffs to sandy beaches, charming lighthouses to quaint seaside towns, the Oregon Coast is a must-visit destination for any Pacific Northwest adventurer. Get inspired by our guides to the region’s top attractions, uncover hidden gems, and plan your next coastal adventure. Join us as we explore the best of what the Oregon Coast has to offer, exclusively on That Oregon Life.
Scenic views along the coast while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate and cookies with Santa, and a ride on a wildly awesome steam engine? Yes please! The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad takes you on a one-hour ride from Garibaldi to Rockaway Beach, just in time for the...
Recently, the website MyDatingAdvisor.com "swept the country to find some of the coziest towns in America for a winter weekend escape". They were looking for criteria that would help vacationers beat the cold-weather blues with homey indoor warmth and the best places...
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...
The Oregon coast is home to the cobra lily, a rare carnivorous plant that looks like a cobra ready to strike its prey. No, it's not a gigantic man eating plant with teeth, but it is really cool to see, and you can see and learn about it in Florence Oregon at an...
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....
Manzanita, Oregon was just named one of the “55 Most Beautiful Small Towns in America" by Architectural Digest. It's hard to disagree. The charming coastal village is host to miles of unpopulated shoreline, unrivaled mountain vistas, and stunning beach sunsets. The...
Every year when massive king tide waves hit the Oregon coast, photographers gather to take before and after photos to document flooding, erosion, and the impact on where natural and human built environments meet and interact. This year king tides are set to return in...
In bizarre and unsettling news today, hand grenades have washed up on the shore of a beach in Newport, Oregon. The Newport Police Department in a news release on Wednesday announced officers were dispatched Tuesday after receiving multiple reports of the grenades....
This may top all the glass floats we have seen in Lincoln City. If this treasure hunt wasn't already fun enough, now Finders Keepers just upped their game with special glow-in-the-dark glass floats on Oregon beaches, just in time for Halloween. The launch for...
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....
If you're looking for an excuse to head to the Oregon Coast soon, you won't want to miss the Kite Festival in Lincoln City as we head into fall 2022. Held on the beach at the D River State Recreation Site, the annual Fall Kite Festival is a longstanding family...
California sea lions love to hang out around Yaquina Bay in Newport Oregon. It's not really a proper trip to Newport without stopping to check out the local wildlife, and to see the sea lions yelping and playing as they lounge on the docks. Our favorite spot to check...