Road.TravelRoad.Travel
    28 Activities

    Explore Oregon's Unique Southern Coast

    Explore Oregon's Unique Southern Coast
    Starts from

    Portland

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    28

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    362 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Portland

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    362 mi

    • Natural Attractions
    • Unusual Locations
    • Family-Friendly
    Map preview
    Lena Beck

    Lena Beck

    Travel Expert

    • Visit old-growth redwoods near the California state line.
    • Relax in Brookings' expansive Azalea Park.
    • Explore the many beaches along Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor.
    Oregon's south coast is a treasure trove of unique geography and natural marvels. Observe wildlife at the Sea Lion Caves, walk through the redwoods in Brookings, and see Oregon's maritime history up close. The nature of this area is that there's something to see every few miles, making it ideal for road trips.
    Any Oregonian will tell you that even a rainy day is a good beach day. With this in mind, bring some rain gear.

    Categories

    • Natural Attractions
    • Unusual Locations
    • Family-Friendly
    Oregon's south coast is a treasure trove of unique geography and natural marvels. Observe wildlife at the Sea Lion Caves, walk through the redwoods in Brookings, and see Oregon's maritime history up close. The nature of this area is that there's something to see every few miles, making it ideal for road trips.
    Any Oregonian will tell you that even a rainy day is a good beach day. With this in mind, bring some rain gear.
    Lena Beck

    Lena Beck

    Travel Expert

    • Visit old-growth redwoods near the California state line.
    • Relax in Brookings' expansive Azalea Park.
    • Explore the many beaches along Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor.

    Travel itinerary

    Florence and Reedsport
    8 Activities

    Day 1

    189 mi

    Florence and Reedsport

    On day one, explore the many unique geographical attractions on US-101, such as the sea lion caves and Thor's Well. Today provides a nice mix of exploration (short walks and viewpoints) and education (an introduction to aquaculture and local flora and fauna of Florence.) And to top it off, enjoy some of the best seafood in the region for dinner.
    Coos Bay and Bandon
    7 Activities

    Day 2

    43 mi

    Coos Bay and Bandon

    Check out a dairy creamery and a maritime museum, the stay the night at a B&B with lighthouse views. One of the highlights of Day 2 is spending time at Sunset Bay State Park -- a great place for beach strolling or building sandcastles. Today is the part of the trip where you'll get a cool mix of history and present-day enjoyment.
    Bandon and Gold Beach
    8 Activities

    Day 3

    80 mi

    Bandon and Gold Beach

    Today is a deep dive into history -- the recent, and the not so recent. Day three brings you to a 19th-century lighthouse and some prehistoric dinosaurs. Start the day exploring the coastal environment; Bandon has miles of beaches and marshland. Then you'll head further south for some delicious barbecue. If you're lucky, you may even end the day with a light show.
    Brookings
    5 Activities

    Day 4

    50 mi

    Brookings

    On day three, you'll get to visit old-growth redwoods, something you can only do in the southern coastal part of the state. You'll also get to drive down a scenic byway of coastline, home to multiple pull-outs and places to stop for a quick hike or picnic. Finish the day in Brookings, a cute beach town with lots of good food and recreation space.
    Map preview
    Road.Travel

    Timescenery Ltd, C/O Redfern Legal Llp, 7 Henrietta Street,
    Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8PS, United Kingdom.

    +44 (0) 800 041 8483
    [email protected]

    © 2025 Timescenery Ltd. All rights reserved.