This article is for you if: The allure of the Oregon Coast draws travelers from around the globe. They visit to breathe in the fresh salty air blowing through the coast pine while enjoying frothy waves crashing against dramatic rock stacks. From endless sandy beaches to dense rainforests, the 363-mile coastline offers a little something for everyone. And, while it … [Read more...] about Where to enjoy nature things to do in Newport, Oregon
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How to see Newport, Oregon, in one day
This article about visiting Newport, Oregon, in one day is for you if: You may be new to the Oregon Coast. This day trip to Newport, Oregon, is terrific because you can experience the "greatest hits" in a concentrated area. Enjoy a vibrant harbor, a world-class Aquarium, two lighthouses, a historic beach, and ancient forests in a nature-forward manner that's great for the … [Read more...] about How to see Newport, Oregon, in one day
How to find magic at Oswald West State Park
Oswald West State Park seems to have it all. Old-growth giants greet visitors, ushering them through a dramatic canopy of texture and light to a beach – an alchemy of sand, rocks, and drift logs. Creeks flow to the Pacific Ocean, and 14 trails meander the rugged topography. Most people rush directly to the iconic Short Sand Beach, but way more magic is possible. This … [Read more...] about How to find magic at Oswald West State Park
10 Oregon Coast hikes to reclaim the soul
The Oregon Coast is a stellar example of nature's forces joining in inspiring the human heart to open. Majestic fir trees line steep foothills grounding the earth while different versions of moss grip forests floors like a cozy shag carpet. Rough waves churn their way through ornate rock stacks -- proudly standing as a testament to resiliency. Wide open beaches allow space … [Read more...] about 10 Oregon Coast hikes to reclaim the soul
My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon
My family has visited the Oregon Coast since before I can remember, and Seaside, Oregon was one of the favorites -- along with Cannon Beach. The proximity to our home near Portland (about ninety minutes) was convenient for a family drive, but there were also so many different things to do in Seaside, Oregon. In high school and college, my friends and I would pile into our cars … [Read more...] about My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon
