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What to do and see in Brookings, Oregon (OR): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Brookings is a city in Curry County, Oregon, United States. It was named after John E. Brookings, president of the Brookings Lumber and Box Company, which founded the city in 1908. As of the 2010 census the population was 6,336.
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1. Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor
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5.0 based on 237 reviews
Reviewed By TomBrody - Berkeley, United States
BOARDMAN CORRIDOR is located about 6 miles north of Harris Beach and about 10 miles south of Gold Beach. Harris Beach seems to be the starfish capital of the world, and the tourist will find plenty of photo-opportunities to pose near a pink-colored starfish. Gold Beach is a charming seaside community, where (depending on the restaurant) you can find excellent clam chowder and excellent oyster chowder and where, if you are lucky, you can see whales from your motel room balcony. The Boardman Corridor is free of any commercialization and, in this way, it is like the equally legendary and scenic segment of Route 1 that takes you through Salt Point State Park in northern California. Secret Beach is announced by a tiny sign located near a dirt turnout by Route 1. Secret Beach is abundantly photogenic, and the visitor might be under the impression that he or she has been magically converted into a dab of ink, and reincarnated as a component of a picture postcard. Yes, Secret Beach has picture postcard written all over it. A narrow trail takes you from the dirt turnout, past a few scenic spots, and ultimately to the beach itself. The entire trail can be walked in about 20 minutes. Children should be kept at close hand, because there are some spots along the trail where they might be tempted to go out and explore on their own, and by accident tumble down a steep embankment. Also, visitors need to be very aware of whether the tide is rising, since being trapped between the rising tide and a cliff would be a real bummer. Actually, I would prefer to let my photographs (attached) do all of the talking. Photogenic features of Secret Beach include clusters of mussels attached to boulders, many seastacks both near and far, and sea arches.
2. Brookings Presbyterian Church
3. Elmo Williams Monument
4. Natural Bridges Viewpoint
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By ranibarks - Chico, United States
So beautiful and worth the stop. Got there on a clear day and was mesmerized by the view. Easy on and off the highway with an easy walk to the viewing deck. You can continue on the unmarked trail all the way down to the arch, but not meant for elderly or people not in fit condition.
5. House Rock Viewpoint
6. Whaleshead Viewpoint
7. Oregon's Largest Monterey Cypress
8. Brookings Harbor Christian Church
9. Thomas Creek Bridge
10. Welcome to California
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