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Clamming on the Oregon Coast
Pity the poor novice when they begin to try the native sport of clamming in Waldport, Newport, or elsewhere on the beautiful central Oregon coast. Like the fellow pictured above they often attack the clams with their shovel rather than using the time honored ’stealth’ approach. You see, when you walk out the front door [...]
Attention All Readers and Writers !
Lately those looking for Oregon Coast real estate, particularly those looking for beachfront property in Newport and Yachats, have noticed something new. Poetry groups, writers workshops, and reading clubs have been springing up like proverbial mushrooms after a spring rain. It seems that retired folks actually enjoy snuggling up in front of a woodstove or [...]
The secret to crabbing on the Oregon Coast
There is one simple secret to extremly productive crabbing on the Oregon Coast. Just drive to the Alsea Bay in the little town of Waldport, 15 miles south of Newport.
The bar at the mouth of the Alsea (pronounced Al-see) Bay silted up a hundred years ago. Only the smallest of boats ever cross this treacherous [...]
Newport’s Haunted Lighthouse
Most tourists don’t know that there are two lighthouses in Newport Oregon.
There is the ’real’ one at Yaquina Head which is two miles north of town, and the ‘haunted’ one overlooking the jetty at the entrance to Yaquina Bay. The haunted lighthouse had a run of bad luck dating back to the late 1800’s. It [...]
Yachats 804 Trail Adventure
There is a trail in Yachats, Oregon that was deeded to the citizens after a lengthy court proceeding.
It is an old ’road’ from the late 1800’s and is the most pleasant and famous stroll in southern Lincoln County. Today it is no more than a dirt trail that hugs the Pacific coast only a few feet [...]
Cascade Head Offers a Rare Oregon Wonderland
Thanks to the Nature Conservancy a special place known as Cascade Head is forever protected from development. Heading north through Lincoln County, Oregon, a driver will see a small sign on Highway 101 simply stating ‘Three Rocks Road’. A left turn at this sign opens into an artist’s community and a trail to [...]
Yaquina Lighthouse Beacon Beckons
It’s true… They’ve opened the lighthouse to the public!
One mile north of Newport, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse has been a beacon to shipping since 1873. It is the tallest lighthouse in Oregon and now has been opened by the park service.
Costumed employees invite visitors to climb the spiraling staircase all the way to the top where [...]
Surefire tidepool fun for the kids
How do you occupy the 10-and-under set when you step out of your Oregon Coast home? One word: Tidepools!
Just steps from any Oregon beach property is a magical underwater world that acts like a magnet on all kids. The multicolored starfish, sea anemones, and hermit crabs are an all-natural kaleidoscope magnified in the clear waters [...]
Secrets of Cape Perpetua on the Oregon Coast
Local Oregon Coast homeowners know that beautiful Cape Perpetua was named by the explorer Captain Cook in 1778.
Tourists will easily find the many trails leading to the top and the spectacular views north towards Yachats and south toward Florence. There is even an old WWII stone lookout station at the top of the cape. The [...]
Beachcombing the Oregon Coast
Stepping out of your Oregon Coast home can put you in another world.
The beaches are all but deserted in the winter and the occasional Pacific storm can offer you some real treasures. The Newport stretch of beaches are certainly famous for the agates that locals have been collecting for a hundred years.
But there is also [...]
