Top Reasons to Go to the Oregon Coast

Beaches: The Oregon Coast has breathtaking beaches, from romantic stretches to creature-teeming tide pools and stunning cliffs that flank many of the beaches.

Shop for blown glass: Artisanal glass shops dot the coastline—at some, you can even craft your own colorful creations.

Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area: Whether you're screaming in a dune buggy or scrambling over them on foot, southern Oregon's mountainous sand dunes bring out the kid in anyone who traverses them.

Small-town charms: You'll find some of the state's most quirky and charming communities along the coast, from hipster-approved Astoria to arty and secluded Port Orford to rustic yet sophisticated Yachats.

Wine and dine: You don't have to spend a lot to enjoy creatively prepared seafood, artisanal microbrews, and local wines.