The 10 Best Historic Sites in Oregon Coast, Oregon Coast

March 20, 2022 Roseanne Arnett

The Southern Oregon coast is home to isolated beaches, rugged cliffs with breathtaking views of the Pacific and quaint seaside towns. If you stay in the Bay Area, go whale watching at Coos Bay or explore the region on a bike or a hike along the coastline. Antique shoppers will want to explore old town Bandon while golfers hit the links at the world-renowned Bandon Dunes golf course. And don’t forget to bring your fishing gear – you’ll want to cast for salmon and other Pacific Northwest fish at Gold Beach, one of the region’s top fishing spots.

The Central Oregon Coast is a great place for fishing, clamming, hiking, golfing and other outdoor activities. Take the kids and visit the Sea Lion Caves near Florence, the world’s largest. Head up to Newport for a view of the state’s second-tallest lighthouse and shopping in this seaside town popular with vacationers for the last century. Go fly a kite on the beach in Lincoln City, kite capital of the world.

The Northern Oregon Coast offers a relaxing way to enjoy the region. A stay in the scenic town of Astoria on the Washington border will allow you to explore the western edge of the Lewis and Clark trail, with views of the Columbia River and the Pacific. Walk the sandy beaches in Seaside and Cannon Beach and then grab saltwater taffy and other treats while shopping these seaside towns.


Restaurants in Oregon Coast

Tillamook, OR 97110 http://pcdorymen.com/memorial-wall-2/
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PCDA Memorial Wall Gallery

2. Arch Cape Carronade Replica

East side of US Highway 101, Cannon Beach, OR 97110
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3. The Tidal Rock in Astoria

1401-1499 E Columbia River Hwy, Astoria, OR 97103
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The Tidal Rock in Astoria

4. Ecola Point Site

Cannon Beach, OR
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Ecola Point Site

Reviewed By NewRecipesForLife - Chandler, United States

Breath-taking vistas of Haystack Rock to the south, Tillamook Rock Lighthouse to the north, and Indian Beach below, with a lovely park and trail heads all around.

5. Battery Russell

Warrenton, OR
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Battery Russell

Built during the Civil War, this concrete gunnery protected the U.S. shores.

Reviewed By LostLobstah - Wyoming, United States

You can bike, hike, or drive here when at Fort Stevens. Love being in the history. Lots of information and gratitude. There is a peace rock here. Great place for families

6. Fort Clatsop National Memorial

92343 Fort Clatsop Rd, Astoria, OR 97103-8701 +1 503-861-2471 http://www.nps.gov/lewi/planyourvisit/fortclatsop.htm
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Fort Clatsop National Memorial

A replica of Lewis & Clark's original fort built during their expedition in 1805.

Reviewed By DavidWG5001

We really enjoyed the Fort Clatsop National Memorial, it gave us a great Lewis & Clark History experience, with well planned displays, exhibits and presentations. You really walk away a bit in wonder at the rigors of their expedition.

7. Coquille River Lighthouse

Bullards Beach State Park, Bandon, OR 97411-8420 +1 541-347-2209 http://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=127
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Coquille River Lighthouse

Reviewed By Lainers60 - Paradise, United States

Have to go to the light house.Another wonderful place of history to visit in Bandon.Staff there is very informative of the light house history. Very friendly staff and a nice gift shop too.

8. The Lewis And Clark National And State Historical Parks

92343 Fort Clatsop Rd, Astoria, OR 97103-8701 +1 503-861-2471 [email protected] http://www.nps.gov/lewi
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The Lewis And Clark National And State Historical Parks

Located in the states of Washington and Oregon, these national parks preserve the historic sites that mark the success of Lewis and Clark in the early 19th century.

Reviewed By Imflyingblond

The Indian tribes had a lot to do with the expedition success.Hiking, exhibits at the visitor center and knowing the fort is remembered 216 years after it was built! That's American history.

9. Hughes Historic House

91816 Cape Blanco Road, Port Orford, OR 97465 +1 541-332-0248 http://www.lighthousekeeper.com/public-service/CapeBlanco/phhouse.html
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Hughes Historic House

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My father spent many summers staying at this house s a teenager while working at the ranch that is now a state park. He dug irrigation ditches with dynamite, blew up stumps, ran sheep and cows and lots of other chores. Most of the appliances as furnishings were there when he was. There is so much detail in the the workmanship of this house. Be sure to see the lighthouse a couple miles further up the road. There is a nice modern campground there as well. Dr. M

10. Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery

750 S 7th St Ingersoll Coos Bay, Oregon, Coos Bay, OR 97420-1305 +1 541-435-1177 [email protected]
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Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery

On July 14, 1888, the Odd Fellows Cemetery Corporation purchased eight acres of hillside property in South Marshfield from Charles H. Merchant for the sum of $350. In 1891, the Marshfield I.O.O.F. Cemetery was officially dedicated as a public burying ground, with each member of the I.O.O.F. lodge receiving one plot, and the remainder being made available for purchase by other community members. In recognition of the cemetery’s historic importance as the resting place of many of the people who were responsible for the growth and development of the Coos Bay region in the late nineteenth century, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The cemetery is the oldest extant, intact burying ground in the Coos Bay region. The cemetery is currently managed by the City of Coos Bay with the support and assistance of cemetery volunteers.

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