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Discover homemade cinnamon rolls, fresh pastries, and espresso at Salmon Harbor Cafe in Winchester Bay. This cozy spot by the marina serves up breakfast, lunch, and local charm. Sitting on Winchester Bay, there's a little cafe that has built a name for itself with...
Open at 4 AM, this hidden spot in Hebo is slinging breakfast sandwiches loaded with bacon, egg, and cheese on flaky biscuits or English muffins. Hebo locals and travelers along the Oregon Coast have something to smile about: Little Nestucca Deli is back in action....
Hey you guuuuys! Fire up your Data-style gadgets, pull out your map to One-Eyed Willy’s treasure, and grab a Baby Ruth because it’s time to head to Astoria, Oregon, for one of the most epic celebrations the Pacific Northwest has ever seen. June 5–8, 2025 marks the...
If you’re anything like me, the Fourth of July has always meant one thing: fireworks. The rumble in your chest, the sulfur in the air, the oohs and ahhs from the crowd as brilliant explosions light up the sky. It’s a ritual I’ve loved since I was a kid. But this year,...
If you're looking for the perfect spring break activity on the Oregon Coast, this is it. Sun, sea air, coastal charm—and the nostalgic click-clack of a historic train. The Spring Break Excursion aboard the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad is back for 2025, and it's a...
The Oregon Coast has long been synonymous with stunning ocean views, quaint coastal towns, and a vibrant sense of community. Now, coffee enthusiasts in Lincoln City have another reason to celebrate: Pioneer Joe Coffee Company, a family-owned business known for its...
Astoria, Oregon, is one of the most beloved small towns on the Pacific Northwest coast, and it’s easy to see why. With its charming seaside vibe, stunning waterfront views, and deep cinematic roots, this historic town offers the perfect blend of nostalgia and...
Lincoln City’s beloved Finders Keepers glass float tradition continues in 2025, offering a year-round treasure hunt along seven miles of stunning Oregon coastline. February promises exciting opportunities for glass float enthusiasts, with two special events showcasing...
Small, translucent creatures known as sea cherubs are making an appearance along Oregon's coastline, with sightings reportedly more frequent than usual in 2025, according to Seaside Aquarium. In a Facebook post on January 18, Seaside Aquarium shared that they have...
The third and final round of king tides of the season is happening this weekend on the Oregon coast. If you're headed out to see them, here's what you need to know. The final king tides of the season are making a dramatic return to the Oregon Coast from January 11-13,...
DOUGLAS, COOS & CURRY COUNTIES, Ore. — The National Weather Service has issued a warning for a moderate risk of sneaker waves along the coastlines of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties. The heightened risk is expected to last from Monday morning through Tuesday...
Just days after an endangered loggerhead sea turtle was rescued from Short Beach in Tillamook County, a tragic discovery was made on the northern Oregon Coast. A 40-pound olive ridley sea turtle washed ashore on Sunset Beach near Fort Stevens State Park and was found...