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close to Eugene. Quiet.
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Rain, Rain, Rain
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Pick your time, pack your raincoat, and enjoy this beautiful area of the U.S.
We booked our activity through Sand Dunes Frontier
joiwatani Says: We booked our activity through Sand Dunes Frontier. They have experienced tour guides and drivers. We love our driver because he knows which part to stop in the sand dunes and he was very sensitive to the customers.When we were on the sand dune truck, a kid started crying...
dustmon Says: We were a little leery of coming here, as it is a pretty garish tourist site, but we wanted to see some sea lions close up and decided to brave the scene...Glad we did!!! The lookout has views of over 200 sea lions (with a telephoto lens they show up very well!) and we also...
jennab97439 Says: Just 60 miles West of Eugene, Florence offers one of a kind attractions, outdoor activities, unique festivals, exciting events and spectacular sceneryExperience the serenity of the Oregon Coast with a scenic tour by air and view the historic Heceta Head Lighthouse and the...
Maria250 Says: Displays relics and historical information featuring the Siuslaw River and its pioneers. Home life, farming, fishing, lumbering and transportation are shown in displays and pictures. Wheelchair ramp. Closed Mondays. Cost $2 per person. Closed in December. Very nice lady &...
3 Reviews and 281 Opinions Since the last review, this hotel has changed ownership for the better. The hotel is remodeled; I...
1 Review and 246 Opinions We had been so focused on eating that we didn't book a hotel room. After we were fully sated we...
International C-Food Market Restaurant: Boats unloading daily
Maria250 Says: International C-Food Market Restaurant, built by Owner Ed Millerstrom, with the help of many talented local people, is the newest and most exciting seafood restaurant on the Oregon Coast - in Old Town Florence, overlooking the Siuslaw River.
Coffeehouse: Lovely at Wood Wizzard
Maria250 Says: Spot is a lovely, romantic looking, cosy cafe. Not sure about its name, if I got it right, it neighbors or belongs to Wood Wizzard Gallery? However, at the cafe one can choose from a huge varity of coffee and hot chocolate to drink there or to go. Cafe provids internet...
Pauline's Place: Idyllic beyond words
Maria250 Says: Pauline's Place is a very small cafe with a loveliest porch where at we took our seats, facing the small road where the cafe is located. Breakfast was as beautiful and cosy as the spot itself is. So idyllic that one may wishes the breakfast would last forever. I've had...
Gingerbread Village Restaurant: Very tasty even in summer time
Maria250 Says: The Gingerbread Village Restaurant, in Mapleton, is famous for its warm gingerbread and soft ice cream. Its a big taste worth the drive to Mapleton. The restaurant offers great classic American fare and some dishes that you just can't find anymore: sandwiches from Grilled...
joiwatani Says: This is the best way to ride if you wanted more freedom in going to the park. It is advisable, however, to have a companion because you might get lost in the dunes. Remember, it's about 68 miles of dunes!
joiwatani Says: The Dune buggy is usually driven by a professional driver who knows the ins and outs of the dunes. There are pits, oasis, and the sands change depending on the weather and the driver knows exactly where the paths are for a safer ride. The dune buggy can accommodate families...
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The Historic Old Town Florence is the perfect place to spend time exploring art galleries, antique stores, gift and specialty shops, wine tasting and restaurants serving regional foods and wines. The Old Town features activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Stroll along while enjoying ice cream or espresso and watch artists at work. After a busy day of shopping, golfing or exploring the area's many attractions, you may enjoy a dinner and a movie or dance to live music in Historic Old Town Florence. Florence has many live music places, many friendly smiling bikers showing up with their Harleys and Choppers. Amazing the way all of the ppl there, are relaxing and enjoying themselves, the sun and the many of outdoor coffee places.
Updated Aug 8, 2011
Website: http://www.oldtownflorence.com/wm05-poster/wm05-2-inside-sm.html
Maria250 Says: Whether it is an evening at the theater, or a conference for 400, an elegant wedding, a weekend of Chowder, Blues and Brews, or Storybook Theater's presentation of Oliver or Wizard of Oz, there is something for everyone at the Florence Events Center. Some of the events that...
joiwatani Says: According to our dune buggy driver, there were some accidents in the dunes involving ATV's. Both drivers were brought to the hospital. The dunes have mounds and drivers can't see on the other side of the mound. When both drivers are not looking out for other ATV's, accidents...
Getting lost in the sand dunes
joiwatani Says: When there is a strong wind, the shapes and heights of the sand dunes change that even the professional drivers have difficulty in finding their ways back to the exit of the sand dunes. It is better to have a driver rather than driving the ATV's or sand rails by yourself.
Wear a jacket with a hood and sun glasses
joiwatani Says: Jackets, long sleeves, slippers, flip-flops are the best attire here. This will protect you from the sand when the wind blows or if you are riding the buggy or ATV. When the sand brushes your skin, it hurts! And, make sure to wear sun glasses so the sand will not get into...
KimberlyAnn Says: Raincoats---you may need them, we did! Not exactly equipment, but If you are going here with a plan to do some photography, I would suggest you investigate what the best time of the year would be. We were here the first week in April and had flat, dull, gray skies the...
Maria250 Says: The Annual Invitational Rods ‘n Rhodies Car Show, 1972 and older. It’s going to be a weekend of fun. Florence’s historic Old Town comes alive with the sights and sounds of some of America’s best rods and custom cruisers. What better place to celebrate the end of the rodding...
Maria250 Says: Harbor Vista Park offers tent and recreational vehicle camping on a year round basis. It is one of the few campgrounds on the Oregon coast with an ocean view, perched above the North Jetty of the Siuslaw River. Harbor Vista is located 3 miles north of Florence on North Jetty...
The ride on the ATV is about 30-45 minutes
joiwatani Says: Make sure to go to the bathroom before you head to the sand dunes! You will be miserable there because your option will be to turn back your ATV to the rental place because there are no bathrooms on the Sand Dunes!If you are a traveling parent with children, make sure to...
joiwatani Says: Make sure that you prepare your children psychologically when riding the sandrail. The driver takes you to about 400 feet of sand dunes and go down and it feels like your ride will tumble down.It is a little bit scary for children. When we were there the second time around,...
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This picture is not of Florence. (It's on the way). Going to Florence for me was not because of the town, it was because of my Great-Grandmother. Visiting Florence was not about the salt water taffy...
FLORENCE - SEA LIONS, DUNES AND COVERED BRIDGES
Almost 7000 call Florence home - many are retirees. The town is located near the mouth of the Siuslaw River and got its start as a lumber port. A French ship of the name 'Florence' shipwrecked near......
I have been working in Eugene for the last three months and had the need to see the ocean, so one Saturday morning I hopped in my car and drove to the Coast..specifically Florence. This sleepy little...
Florence is a really lovely little city, about midway down the Oregon coast. It is surrounded by sand dunes, which stretch from here all the way to Coos Bay. I really liked the scenery in this...
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