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Coastal region of the U.S. state of Oregon
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The Oregon Coast is the region in Oregon located along the Pacific Ocean. Due to its scenery, wildlife, and history, the Oregon Coast is a popular travel destination. Hiking, sport fishing, cycling, kite flying, scuba diving, surfing, sandboarding, and boating are common activities for visitors to the region. Historic areas, such as Fort Clatsop, Battle Rock, and Oregon's lighthouses are all popular sites for visitors. The Oregon Coast is also known for its scenic areas, such as Cape Perpetua, Cape Blanco and Cape Arago.
Astoria down to Pacific City. If you're coming from the Portland area, this is most likely where you are going to end up due to proximity.
Lincoln City down to Reedsport. Lincoln City is reasonably accessible for a trip from Portland. Florence has the most convenient access to the Oregon Dunes from Eugene and the Willamette Valley.
Reedsport to the California border. Because the Southern Coast is not as well connected to the populous Willamette Valley, it has fewer tourist facilities. There is no shortage of natural beauty compared to the northern areas of the coast, however.
By plane
The only commercial airport on the coast lies in North Bend. The airport is serviced with daily flights to and from Portland International Airport via Horizon Air.
By bus
Many of the larger cities have a rudimentary transit system that you can use to get into town.
A car is the best way to get around the Oregon Coast.S. Highway 101 often serves as the main drag in most of the coastal cities. Many businesses have built along 101 in an effort to attract tourists passing by.
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Situated on the Columbia River just around the corner from the coast, Astoria is one of the oldest cities in Oregon. A great jumping off point to explore sights on both the Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington coasts, as well as sights around town.
Located right at the end of U.S. Highway 26, Seaside is just a 90 minute drive from Portland, making it the most popular destination along the coast for people who are based in the Portland Metropolitan Area.
Not too far from Seaside, this scenic beach city is close to Ecola State Park and has known for the giant sea stack just off shore.
A dairy town famous for being the origin of Tillamook Cheese. Grabbing some free samples at the factory is a highlight of an Oregon Coast road trip.
Home to the twice-annual kite festival.
Check out Oregon's largest aquarium and two historic lighthouses
Access to the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area from the north, and the birthplace of sandboarding.
The largest city on the Oregon coast, adjacent to the Oregon Dunes NRA from the south.
The southernmost city on the Oregon Coast, you can see more and more giant redwood trees as you approach the California border on your way to Crescent City.
made up of several state and national park sites located on a stretch of the Pacific coast from Long Beach, WA to Cannon Beach, OR. The sites can be visited in any order. Fort Clatsop or the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center at Cape Disappointment make good starting points, and Astoria is centrally located making it a good "home base" to explore from.
Formed by the ancient forces of wind, water and time, these dunes are like no others in the world. This is the largest expanse of coastal sand dunes in North America, spanning over 40 miles down the coast. Florence at the northern end of the dunes is the most accessible city in the area, but Coos Bay at the southern end is able to accommodate travelers as well.
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