Oregon Coast Travel Tips from Gearhart, Oregon

Welcome to our coastal journal. Here we share local insights, seasonal highlights, and travel inspiration for guests staying in our Oregon Coast vacation rentals.

A hiking trail next to the ocean on the Oregon coast
By Gearhart Team August 3, 2026
8 trails within 45 minutes of Gearhart; with drive times, current fees, trail closures, and dog policies. Plan your north Oregon coast hike.
Dramatic cloud formations over Gearhart beach at sunset in October
By Gearhart Team July 31, 2026
Fall on the Oregon coast brings storm watching, mushroom foraging, crabbing. Month-by-month guide from Gearhart by the Sea.
Creative Retreats in Gearhart - Woman gazing at sunset on the Oregon Coast
By Gearhart July 28, 2026
Discover creative retreats in Gearhart, Oregon — explore top painting spots, writing nooks, photography hotspots, and local galleries on the Oregon Coast.
Two individuals walking along the coast near Gearhart, oregon
By Gearhart July 20, 2026
From Elks on the golf course to eight miles of drivable beach, and a dining scene that just got an upgrade. Your local's guide to Gearhart activities.
Aerial view of a beach and waves crashing against it in Gearhart
By Gearhart July 13, 2026
80-plus condo rentals with full kitchens, two pools, and beach access in Gearhart, Oregon. Studios to two-bedroom. Book direct!
Highway 101 north junction sign toward Gearhart, Oregon
By Gearhart Team June 17, 2026
Planning a Portland to Gearhart weekend? Get drive time, the best route, and what to do once you arrive on Oregon's quiet north coast.
A woman in a blue puffer jacket and red cap stands on a wet sandy beach in Oregon, gazing towards a
By Gearhart June 1, 2026
Find Hood to Coast 2026 lodging in Gearhart — two miles from the Seaside finish line, parking & shuttle logistics, the right Gearhart properties for stays.
Crashing waves of white water against a rugged, rocky Oregon coastline create a beautiful nature sce
May 25, 2026
Discover spring on the Oregon Coast. Explore whale watching, tidepooling, and why Gearhart by the Sea is the ideal base for your shoulder season adventure.
Learn to clam dig in Oregon with our 2026 guide. Current regulations, best spots, gear tips, and why
By Gearhart April 15, 2026
Learn to clam dig in Oregon with our 2026 guide. Current regulations, best spots, gear tips, and why Gearhart is prime territory for razor and bay clams.
Plan summer on Gearhart Beach in 2026; beach fire rules, driving access at Highlands Lane, ArtWalk,
By Gearhart April 7, 2026
Plan summer on Gearhart Beach in 2026; beach fire rules, driving access at Highlands Lane, ArtWalk, the 1892 Gearhart Golf Links, & where to stay.
Two kids clamming in sand at the beach in Gearhart, Oregon
By Gearhart April 1, 2026
Learn razor clamming in Gearhart, Oregon. Discover best seasons, gear, licensing, and expert tips for harvesting razor clams.
A humpback whale on the Oregon Coast emerging out of the water
By Gearhart March 25, 2026
Find out whatʻs the best time to go whale watching in Gearhart and the Oregon Coast

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