Central Coast

Just four hours from Portland, the Sea Lion Caves features the largest sea cave in the world and an opportunity to see not only sea lions, but scores of other wildlife in their natural habitat.

What to Bring: The temperature inside the cave is the same as it is if you would be walking on the beach. In the winter, prepare for the colder temperatures. You will also need comfortable shoes as you will have to walk around in the cave for your best viewing angle.

A gem of a hotel with a million-dollar view.

1511 NW. Harbor Ave.
Lincoln City, OR 97367

541-994-2948

Yurt and Kayak Rentals

82855 Fir St.
Florence, OR 97439

541-999-6941

Fred Jensen, curator of the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum, more than just oversees the collection of artifacts and photographs in his downtown Florence museum, he shares the stories of the area.

Unique camping area where you can pitch your tent or park your RV directly on the sand, providing direct access to miles of sand dunes.

Sand Dunes Rd.
Florence, OR 97439

541-271-6000

Adult only refuge on the Oregon coast.

2735 NW. Inlet Ave.
Lincoln City, OR 97367

800-972-6155

Convenient comforts just a short walk from Historic Old Town.

170 Hwy 101
Florence, OR 97439

541-997-7131

Boutique oceanfront hotel.

2133 NW. Inlet Ave.
Lincoln City, OR 97367

541-994-8145

77 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents.

Florence, OR 97439

541-997-2715

Explore a creek with a dozen small waterfalls, following a trail on catwalks bolted to the cliffs

About the Hike: Just a few miles inland from Florence, the waterfalls of this dramatic Coast Range gorge are accessed by an easy trail. Visit in April or May to see woodland wildflowers, including big white trilliusm and a rare breed of pink fawn lilies.

Difficulty: The easy, 2.2-mile round-trip trail to Sweet Creek Falls gains just 350 feet of elevation.

Season: Open all year.