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What to do and see in Bandon, Oregon (OR): The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
Bandon (/ˈbændən/) is a city in Coos County, Oregon, United States, on the south side of the mouth of the Coquille River. It was named by George Bennet, an Irish peer, who settled nearby in 1873 and named the town after Bandon in Ireland, his hometown. The population was 3,066 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Bandon
1. Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint
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5.0 based on 774 reviews
This scenic coastal spot features a large rock with face-like features.
Reviewed By babydoctoral - Parkland, United States
Face Rock State Park has a myriad of beautiful sea stacks that make for exceptional photography in the right lighting conditions. Face Rock itself is not all that interesting on its own, but the large number of beautiful sea stacks are simply terrific. Definitely worth a stop if you are near Bandon Beach,
2. West Coast Game Park Safari
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4.0 based on 586 reviews
The United State's largest wild animal petting park.
Reviewed By jillmargo10 - Salem, United States
I lived near the famous San Diego Zoo and this is a great small zoo expereince. I've never seen hippos standing outside the water, and the emus were very friendly poking their beaks in the car.. One thrilling aspect was literally driving VERY SLOWLY through the buffalo heard and 2 bulls decided to clash heads together right in front of my heed!. Go early, we were the 4th car in line when it opened, and the animals are awake and lively. as we were leaving the drive through part, they were feeding a tiger raw meat as he stood up on his hind legs against the fence! Even the area you can walk around at the entrance, which is free is very enjoyable, with a petting zoo, and beautiful birds. We got an up close experience with a cheetah on a leash for my grandaughter, which is extra... The cafe was quite good and reasonably priced.
3. Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge
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4.0 based on 11 reviews
Experience the estuary at Bandon Marsh. Go birding at the Ni-les'tun Unit and see songbirds, raptors, egrets and herons. Visit the Riverside Drive Viewing Deck and see massive groups of shorebirds. Take a walk and experience the natural beauty of the coast.
Reviewed By Lainers60 - Paradise, United States
Depends on the time of year when you are visiting,but a nice place to view wildlife. Saw some sea birds,but that was all suring our recent visit. Recommend stopping there.
