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In the mood for killer handcrafted cocktails? What about creamy biscuits and gravy packed with flavor? Maybe smoked salmon benedict and stellar river views are your thing. Found on the Coquille River in Bandon, not far…
I love Bandon for so many reasons. The fresh, salty air, coastal history, and charming, walkable Old Town area make this Southern Oregon Coast beach town a favorite for locals and tourists alike. Sunset at the…
The picturesque town of Bandon, Oregon is again set to host its annual celebration of the region's rich cranberry heritage. Merging 78 years of tradition with contemporary festivity, the Bandon Cranberry Festival is an awaited extravaganza…
In a dramatic and heartfelt rescue on July 12, a 160-pound Great Pyrenees was carried off Saddle Mountain after its paws became severely injured during a hike. The incident has sparked conversations about the safety and…
This spot might just become your new favorite place to stop off on the Oregon coast.
Parades, barbecues, music festivals and more (and let's not forget the fireworks). What are your plans for Independence Day 2024?
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. If there's one thing Lincoln City does better than any…
I love summer for the opportunities it presents to get out into nature. Swimming, hiking, bird watching and camping are some of my favorite outdoor activities, and I'm always looking for new places to get outside…
You know you're in for a full fledged adventure when you start hooking up to a zipline for a quick zip across a lake before you even get into the aerial park.
Officials are urging the public to avoid a stretch of the north Oregon coast after a dead humpback whale washed ashore Monday morning in Nehalem Bay State Park, just south of Manzanita. The 33-foot-long male whale…
The smell of salt and the sea, damp forest earth, and adventure floating in on the summer breeze. It's all waiting for you on the Oregon coast at one of our favorite spots to relax, recharge,…
In an unprecedented event, a deep-sea creature known for its life in utter darkness emerged on the shores near Cannon Beach, Oregon, captivating the local Seaside Aquarium. Beachgoers were astonished to discover the deep-sea anglerfish, commonly…
