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From Lincoln City to Florence, the Central Oregon Coast offers a spectacular Oregon experience with wonderful dining and shopping, a multitude of galleries, seasonal festivals, world-class resorts, expansive beaches and breathtaking views.

AAttractions

	Cape Perpetua in Yachats Explore 26 miles of hiking trails that fan out in all directions and offer an excellent cross-section of coastal scenery and flora.
	Oregon Dunes Visit the greatest expanse of coastal dunes in North America with wind-sculpted drifts rising as tall as 500 feet above sea level.
	Sport Fishing? Marine Fishing? Shellfish? Stay current with regulation changes, closures and conditions by visiting the Oregon Fish & Wildlife website before your trip.
	Drive the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway The Pacific Coast Scenic Byway - Highway 101 - takes you from the Columbia River to the Smith River, from Astoria to Brookings and the California border.
	Watching the Whales The best times to see whales from the Oregon Coast is December and March. See where to go and what to look for.

AIn Lincoln City

	Glass Float Festival in Lincoln City From October to Memorial Day hand-crafted glass floats are placed along the public beach in Lincoln City, from the Roads End area to the Cutler City area. You find it, you keep it!
	Beauty Abounds in Lincoln City! Visitors to Lincoln City appreciate that they are in one of the most beautiful spots on earth. Lincoln City offers outdoor adventures including hiking, biking, bird watching, golfing, fishing, and yes, even skateboarding.

AIn Newport

	Historic Nye Beach is a neighborhood that features more than 40 businesses, beach access, restaurants, lodging and a rich history of Newport.
	Devils Punchbowl A state park eight miles north of Newport that features a unique rock formation that ocean waves churn in. It features a park with areas to watch whales, surfers or to enjoy a picnic lunch.
	One of several interactive programs at the aquarium, "Octopus Encounter" is a one-hour tour offering participants the opportunity to experience the Giant Pacific Octopus as up-close and personal as it gets without donning dive gear.
	Newport Attractions From sea lions at the Oregon Coast Aquarium to tours of the Yaquina Head lighthouse, Newport offers an amazing variety of attractions.
	Annual Newport Seafood & Wine Festival It's the premier seafood & wine event of the west coast and the original Northwest seafood and wine festival.
• Yaquina Head Lighthouse • Yaquina Bay Lighthouse • Newport Passport • Glass Blowing at Pyromania • Marine Discovery Tours • Shopping in Newport

	Inn at Spanish Head in Lincoln City Relax at Oregon’s only resort hotel built right on the beach, with all oceanfront rooms, gracious service, many amenities, penthouse restaurant & bar. Great seasonal specials on-line.
	Elizabeth Street Inn The Elizabeth Street Inn overlooks the ocean near Newport's numerous attractions, shops and restaurants. All rooms have a fireplace, spectacular ocean view and include a complimentary continental breakfast.
	Adobe Resort In Yachats Oceanfront rooms and dining right on the edge of the rocky Central Oregon Coastline. Explore tide pools, discover agate beds, watch for whales. Nearby crabbing and fishing. Unique setting for weddings and meetings.
	Driftwood Shores in Florence Enjoy spectacular ocean views from every room and ten miles of un-interrupted beach for strolling. Close to great recreation including golfing, horseback riding, fishing, and the Oregon dunes.

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CCentral Coast Cities

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AIn Yachats

Annual Yachats Celtic Music Festival
This is a delightful 3-day festival including more than 10 bands and several workshops. Sponsored by the The Village Music Foundation, The Yachats Lodging Association, and others

Events Calendar for the Central Oregon Coast
See what's happening in the Central Oregon Coast, from rodeos and sports events to museums and seasonal activities.

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