Outdoor Activities in Bandon
Outdoor Activities in Bandon Regardless of what some may say, the weather on the Southern Oregon Coast is pleasant and mild much of the time. Summers are warm and sunny, and, as part of the Oregon Coast’s banana belt, winter temperatures are known to get into the upper 60’s with beautiful sunshine. This allows for […]
Shopping In & Around Bandon
Shopping In & Around Bandon There is a delightful shopping district nestled on the northern end of Bandon. The 10 square blocks along the Coquille River waterfront feature unique boutiques, gift shops, a toy store, art galleries, and a great bookstore. When you are ready to rest your feet and enjoy a meal, a cup […]
Fun Things To Do In Coos Bay This Fall
Fun Things to Do in Coos Bay This Fall There are a lot of wonderful things to enjoy on the Southern Oregon Coast. The ocean, the golf courses, and the bike trails will likely be part of your weekly routine. There are many other fun things to do including family-friendly 5K fun runs, art classes, […]
Best Places to Shop In & Around Coos Bay
Best Places to Shop In & Around Coos Bay There are a lot of interesting shops to explore along the Southern Oregon Coast. First things first. You will need to properly outfit your kitchen with food and essentials when moving into your perfect Coos Bay home. Bring home the bounty of the earth, take a […]
Top Reasons to Move to Bandon, Oregon
Top Reasons to Move to Bandon, Oregon The natural surroundings of Bandon, Oregon play a significant role in the community. The neighborhoods have evolved to reflect a meditative and inspired communion with nature: both carefully harnessed and responsibly managed and left to run its natural course in the wild. The people here enjoy playing a […]
The Beauty of Bandon
The Beauty of Bandon Noted real estate expert and Shark Tank TV star, Barbara Corcoran, has written: “Bandon is one of the last unspoiled and undiscovered coastal towns out West.” The air smells good, filled with the scents of nature; pungent and earthy; of the ocean and life as it was meant to be. True, […]
Hiking at New River
Hiking at New River There are a number of excellent places to hike around Bandon, but hiking at New River is at the top of the favorites list. The New River runs from Floras Lake in Langlois and parallels the Pacific to where it flows into the ocean 9 miles north. It was formed fewer […]
30 Things to do in Bandon this Summer
30 Things to do in Bandon this Summer It’s summer! The kids are out of school, the sky is blue, and the days are long. Many folks take vacation time in the summer and are drawn to the ocean from 90 degree weather along the I-5 corridor, from the deserts of Arizona and New Mexico, […]
A Visit to Bandon’s South Slough Reserve
A Visit to Bandon’s South Slough Reserve Just 18 miles from Bandon is one of the most beautiful spots on the South Coast. The South Slough National Estuarian Reserve stretches north, roughly paralleling Seven Devils Road, to the ocean and encompasses 5,000 acres of open water channels, tidal and freshwater wetlands, riparian areas, and forested […]
Hiking at Port Orford Heads State Park
No trip to or through Port Orford would be complete without spending some time at Port Orford Heads State Park. This is a great stop for history buffs, hikers, picnic-seekers, and those interested in local museums and is great entertainment for the whole family. In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, there were numerous shipwrecks […]