Pacific Coast Scenic Byway - An All American Road

Lush evergreen forests, picturesque coastal scenery, rugged cliffs, impressive sand dunes and vast sandy beaches await you along the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway, US Highway 101. The Oregon coast has fully developed resort communities with every possible amenity to quiet coastal towns where the loudest sounds you'll hear are waves on the shoreline and seagulls overhead.

The down-home environment of hospitality every season of the year makes the Oregon coast memorable. There are many recreational opportunities from fishing, cycling, flying a kite on the beach, scuba diving, hiking through old-growth forests, windsurfing and surfing, beachcombing, whale and bird watching... the list is endless. There are also many coast attractions including aquariums, art galleries, theaters and festivals, parades and poetry readings. Many lighthouses dot the Oregon coast and you'll find hundreds of parks to explore.

The solitude of the quiet months on the coast bring relaxing stretches of peaceful beaches, untouched tidepools, spectacular sunsets and nights beneath star-strewn skies. Storm watching during winter months captures your breath as crashing waves pound the rocky beaches and send water shooting into the sky.

You'll find accommodation at myriad hotels, motels, inns and bed and breakfasts. Dining along the coast offers great variety from the freshest local seafood to international cuisine. Coast residents are friendly and helpful. They will welcome you and are happy to direct you to nearby attractions, restaurants and lodging.

On this website, you'll find information about year-round travel, recreation and accommodations on the Oregon Coast. Visit our Coast Map and click on the city of interest for information on activities, recreation, annual events and how to contact the local Chamber of Commerce in each city.

Visit our Travel Tips page for information on travelling to and on the Oregon coast. Our Events, Coastal Arts and Attractions pages list places you'll want to visit and annual events along the coast. You'll find descriptions of the many recreational opportunities along the coast on our Recreation page. We also offer tips on Beach Safety.

You may request information from the Oregon Coast Visitors Association for particular activities, accommodations and dining along the Oregon coast. Our members are committed to making your Oregon coast vacation memorable.