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Around 60 miles west of Eugene you will find Florence, Oregon. Florence is a small city at the mouth of the Siuslaw River, with a population of around 8,900 at the time of writing this. Originally inhabited by the Siuslaw tribe of Native Americans, Florence is very...
The beloved event, Finders Keepers, is returning to Lincoln City, Oregon this weekend. From January 8th to 9th, 2022, it's your chance to try your luck at finding one of 100 gorgeous hand-blown glass floats on LC's seven miles of coastal beaches. The catch? There is...
Seven-foot king tide waves will start hitting shores Saturday on the Oregon Coast and are expected to push through the weekend, roaring into the new year on Monday, January 3, 2022. The latest marks the third in this winter's series of king tides, which happen every...
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? The latest forecast for snow in Oregon suggests it may be in store for the holidays in the Willamette Valley and especially in Lane County. According to the latest report, we may even see anywhere from 2 to 4 inches of snow...
Once considered one of Oregon’s great mysteries, Thor’s Well is a bowl-shaped hole carved into the basalt shoreline of Cape Perpetua. Also known as the Drain pipe of the Pacific, the seemingly bottomless well perpetually fills and drains throughout the day. During...
Stunning views, fresh ocean air, charming towns and good food are some of my favorite reasons to visit the southern Oregon coast. If you're on your way to Humbug Mountain State Park for some incredible hiking, or to Cape Blanco State Park for some camping and pretty...
Nestled within the boardwalk overlooking the Chetco River sits one of the best restaurants in Brookings, Oregon. Zola’s On the Water serves up delectable Italian dishes alongside a spectacular view of the harbor. Known for their exceptional pizza, the restaurant is a...
Gorgeous views of Siletz Bay, soothing natural treatments, and an outdoor infinity jacuzzi set this relaxing spa on the Oregon coast apart from the rest. At Salishan Coastal Lodge, all the elements that make the Oregon coast so special surround you, helping you...
For those who are visiting the Oregon coast this weekend or in the area, be careful out there as starting tomorrow we could see heavy rain, wind gusts, and more than 30-foot waves expected onshore. This could cause property damage or beach erosion, and the beaches...
Erosion and flooding are a potential problem along the Oregon coast and its estuaries wherever natural and human built environments interact. This becomes apparent each year when the highest tides crash against the shoreline and sometimes come up over roads and...
As if you needed another excuse to visit Lincoln City, Oregon (recently voted one of the BEST BEACHES in the US), newly-opened The Cheeky Cauldron is providing a Hagrid-sized one. While the restaurant side of things is still being worked out by the Ministry of Magic...
Tony's Crab Shack in Bandon Oregon has been serving up delicious fresh seafood for over 30 years, and is an Oregon Coast institution. You're not going to find better seafood on the Oregon coast than at Tony's and if you make a trip to Bandon without stopping in for...