A Visitorโ€™s Guide to the towns of the North Oregon Coast

The Pacific Northwest is home to a wide range of natural wonders, historic towns, eclectic people, and vibrant communities. More specifically, and along Oregonโ€™s Northern Coast, youโ€™ll find a mingling of generations, cultures, and nature at its most powerful and raw. From rivers to tide pools and from rocky outcrops to seashells, itโ€™s truly one …

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Oregon Coast Fall Activities

Idyllic and Incredible Things to do on the Oregon Coast This Fall

Like anywhere in the Pacific Northwest, fall signals the onset of a new season and a slower pace on the Oregon Coast. September hangs on to the last hints of the toasty sun while flirting with the foggy mornings and cool evenings of a looming winter. By October, fallen leaves drift through increasingly lonely streets …

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Gearhart vs Seaside Oregon

Gearhart vs. Seaside Oregon: What’s the Difference?

Heading to the Northern Oregon coast? You’re likely sifting through charming waterfront towns laced together by sea stacks and Pacific mist, trying to decide where to bide your time. Fortunately, the best retreats from Portland hug the coastline within a few miles of each other, and it’s perfectly plausible to explore them all during your …

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Autumn near Seaside, Oregon. Perfect for seniors that love peace, quiet, and golf!

Itโ€™s that time of year when the moody blues of the Oregon coast make way for subtle pops of warmer hues. Characterized by September sunbeams and October flashes of golden leaves, autumn is the glorified โ€˜second summerโ€™ in Seaside and beyond. The summer for the seniors, that is. The time when the waves of the …

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A Gearhart Pastime: Dig for Razor Clams on the Oregon Coast

Digging for razor clams on the Oregon Coast is a classic, timeless Clatsop County pursuit. Residents and travelers have been probing for these prized Pacific Ocean delights near Gearhart by the Sea since well before the Great Depression. Clamming in Oregon is cyclical; therefore, repeat visitors know precisely when and where to hunt. Unearthing a meaty, six-inch-long …

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Go Clam Digging in Oregon for a Tasty Seaside Treat

When you book a stay at our Oregon Coast resort, Gearhart by the Sea, youโ€™ll have access to several local activities. Visit the spectacular Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach, embark on marvellous nature hikes, and dine on scrumptious seafood classics. However, there is one thing to do in Cannon Beach that you canโ€™t pass up during your …

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Best Spots for Whale Watching in Oregon

Whale Watch Week is quickly approaching and itโ€™s also one of the most significant Oregon Coast attractions that happen in the last week of December. Whether youโ€™re with your family for the holidays or are traveling to Gearhart by the Sea for the Pacific Basketball League Tournaments, thereโ€™s no better time for whale watching in Oregon. The …

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Best Holiday Oregon Coast Attractions

Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with a variety of Oregon Coast attractions near Gearhart by the Sea. Youโ€™ll find everything from beautiful lighting displays, opportunities to take pictures with Santa, festive music, and of course, delicious holiday food! Gearhart is just minutes from Seaside and Cannon Beach, Oregon, which feature events that will …

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