Coos Bay Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Camping at Horsfalls Recreation Area

Camping at Horsfalls Recreation Area, Coos Bay

 Camping_Girl Says:  We spent a night camped out in the Horsfalls Recreation area, in the midst of the sand dunes.We were fairly discouraged when we reached the first campground, and saw trailers lined up on the pavement, shoulder to shoulder, and quads screeching around everywhere. Music was... 

Coos Art Museum

Coos Art Museum, Coos Bay

 yooperprof Says:  Just the model for what a small town art museum should be. Housed in an attractive art deco-esque building, and featuring a room dedicated to the memory of Steve Prefontaine, the great runner who called Coos Bay his home. 

Cape Arago Lighthouse

Cape Arago Lighthouse, Coos Bay

 10eke Says:  Confusingly, the Cape Arago Lighthouse is not on Cape Arago, but rather is three miles north on Point Gregory, and is not open to the public. View it from the trail at Sunset Bay. 

Whale Watching

Whale Watching, Coos Bay

 10eke Says:  Eddy saw the first whale after fifteen minutes, first you look for the water spouting up unto the air, then you'll see the back of one or more whales on the surface. We saw humpbacks and orca killer whales, the last are easy to recognize with their black and white pattern. 

North Cove Trail

North Cove Trail, Coos Bay

 10eke Says:  There are plenty of picnic-tables with a great view over the ocean. Bring binoculars if you come here, it's a perfect place for whale watching.The top and sides of the cliffs are high and perfect vantagepoints, you only need some patience. 

Cape Arago state park

Cape Arago state park, Coos Bay

 10eke Says:  It was crowded at the cape when we arrived because of the many sea lions. You could hear their honking from far away.It's a beautiful place to take a few moments rest. 

Hotels  

Best Western Holiday Motel

 1 Review and 73 Opinions  I've stayed here twice and both times I've been satisfied. The people are friendly, the rooms clean,... 

Hotels  

The Mill Hotel & Casino: Great Hotel/Casino

The Mill Hotel & Casino: Great Hotel/Casino, Coos Bay

 Whiskeyguy Says:  The Mill Hotel & Casino is a great place to stay in Coos Bay/North Bend. The rooms are very nice, reasonably priced, and many have nice views of the bay. It includes a bar, cafe, and a resteraunt, as well as a large gaming area. The bar often has live shows, and had a comedy... 

Captain John's Motel: Don't Stay!

Captain John's Motel: Don't Stay!, Coos Bay

 llauria2 Says:  Had reservations there for three people. Captain John messed up, had accomodations for only two. Hotel clerk threw a fit, left the reception desk, went into the "Private" door, and left us stranded in Coos Bay on a Friday night at 11:30. No hotels had any vacancies. Had to... 

Restaurants  

The Coach House: Missing those Grilled Potatoes

The Coach House: Missing those Grilled Potatoes, Coos Bay

 futureNFLmom Says:  The back patio is amazing, they keep portable heaters on during the colder nights. The service is always excellent. The first time we ate there, I was a little freaked because the interior building was a little outdated and small. I am not sure if they remodeled or not. The... 

Sumin's Restaurant: oriental cruisine

Sumin's Restaurant: oriental cruisine, Coos Bay

 jimmyray Says:  Great place with great staffs. 

Cedar Grill: Charming restaurant in an old bank building

Cedar Grill: Charming restaurant in an old bank building, Coos Bay

 yooperprof Says:  Great atmosphere and well-prepared food - just off US 101 in downtown Coos Bay. I discovered it by accident, and it turned out to be one of those happy travel discoveries. Fresh seafood. Abundant salads. 

Shopping  

Seahawk Seafood: Buy Fish From the Peope Who Catch Them

Seahawk Seafood: Buy Fish From the Peope Who Catch Them, Coos Bay

 yooperprof Says:  We found this unpretensious fishmarket down by the docks in nearby Charleston. Fish doesn't get much fresher than this. 

Local Customs  

Jesus is Coming to Coos Bay

Jesus is Coming to Coos Bay, Coos Bay

 yooperprof Says:  An evangelical surf shop on the main drag in Coos Bay 

Warnings Or Dangers  

While walking on the beach,...

While walking on the beach,..., Coos Bay

 RANGER-YOGI Says:  While walking on the beach, watch for 'sneaker' waves, larger then normal waves, you dont see them coming. 

Off The Beaten Path  

Find Cape Arago Hwy and get to...

Find Cape Arago Hwy and get to..., Coos Bay

 RANGER-YOGI Says:  Find Cape Arago Hwy and get to see the Botanical Gardens, Beautiful Ocean Over looks, Nice easy PAths to walk, Picnic Areas, And the nicest campground in the State 'Bastendorff Beach County Park' Stop in and say HI, I am the Caretaker / Ranger there 

Come out Cape Arago Hwy. See...

Come out Cape Arago Hwy. See..., Coos Bay

 RANGER-YOGI Says:  Come out Cape Arago Hwy. See the Botanical Gardens, Beautiful Ocean views, Lots of Picnic areas, Gental Paths to walk 

Favorites  

The Egyptian Theater

The Egyptian Theater, Coos Bay

 yooperprof Says:  This looks like it would be an interesting place to catch a current film. I love the neon hieroglyphics! 

The Place

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The People

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 RANGER-YOGI's new Coos Bay Page - I stopped in the Coos County area 17 years ago on vacation and never left. I love it here! I am now the Caretaker / Ranger at Bastendorff County Campgrounds on the cliffs over looking the Beach, It is... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  We're not too sure how our 2 week vacation is going to pain out time wise. Anyone know what the cancellation policy is for... 

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A: Did you book online? If so, it will say in the email confirmation. I checked it out and they have "flexible" rates that have cancellation penalty. However, it depends on... 

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Top Coos Bay Writers

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The Undiscovered Part of the Oregon Coast

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 Once Coos Bay was a major seaport, sending its timber and wood products all over the world. Now it is a fairly sleepy burg which has seen better times. But I liked the feel of the place when I stopped... 

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RANGER-YOGI's new Coos Bay Page

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 I stopped in the Coos County area 17 years ago on vacation and never left. I love it here! I am now the Caretaker / Ranger at Bastendorff County Campgrounds on the cliffs over looking the Beach, It is... 

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Coos Bay - Unexpected you

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Coos Bay. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 3 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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City in the Dunes

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 I always think of Coos Bay as the city of bridges. I guess that's because when you approach the city from the north you see bridges going everywhere. This city is situated at the southern end of the... 

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Great small town along Oregon's Coast

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 Coos Bay, Oregon is a nice little town near the Oregon Coast on Highway 101. It has many nice resteraunts and shops downtown, and is near the coast. To see other things to do that are not listed on...... 

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