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Cannon Beach hosts 2016 Sandcastle Contest

Cannon Beach promises a wonderful getaway any time of year. But for those who cherish the art of sandcastle-making the weekend of the annual Sandcastle Contest June 11-12, 2015 is truly magical. That weekend will celebrate the 52nd anniversary of its annual Sandcastle Contest with the actual building happening on Saturday, June 11, 2016. The […]

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Travelers Dine on Seafood on the Oregon Coast

A trip to the beach wouldn’t be complete without fish and chips or clam chowder. But even better — how about bringing a taste of the Coast home? Or cooking it over your campfire or in your rental kitchen? We polled our Visit the Oregon Coast Facebook friends to find out where to go for […]

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Hike, buggy ride across the spectacular Oregon Dunes

While entertaining relatives or out for a family getaway, consider adding a visit to the sand dunes just north of Florence, Oregon. Formally known as the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, it extends for 40 miles along the Oregon Coast from Florence, OR to Coos Bay, OR I will never forget the first time my […]

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Northwest Bass Fishing – Go The Distance

While bass may be down deep this time of year, it isn’t long before spring and warmer temperatures lure the lunkers up toward the surface with ferocious appetites. This article can help you get your heart-racing just thinking about the next season and all the fun you will have trying out these locations. The author […]

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Head for Oregon Waterways in the Late Summer, Early Fall

Sure, the days are a smidgen shorter and the nights are cooling off (mercifully). But there is still lots of glorious late summer and early fall weather ahead to enjoy Oregon’s 6,000 lakes, 112,000 miles of rivers and 363 miles of coastline. Of course, these Indian Summer days after Labor Day weekend and the start […]

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Discover Newport, OR – South Beach District – Part III

Discover Newport, OR – South Beach District – Part III Newport, Oregon’s South Beach District includes not only the Port Of Newport Marina and RV Park, but offers a number of other attractions such as a funky brewery (is there any other kind in Oregon?), the Oregon Coast Aquarium and the Hatfield Marine Science Visitor […]