Coast Explorer Magazine - The Explorer's Guide to the Oregon Coast and Washington Coast

Regional Highlights

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Lincoln City

including Gleneden Beach & Depoe Bay

Come for the miles of oceanfront splendor, the casino resort, golf or the array of shopping and restaurants. The 16-mile stretch between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay offers a full range of experiences for sightseers and fun seekers. The beaches of Lincoln City are perfect for kite flying, beachcombing and tidepool exploring. Shoppers will be delighted with the options including the large factory outlet shopping center, antique stores, small boutiques and art galleries. Chinook Winds Casino Resort features 24-hour gaming, a golf course and a year-round schedule of world-class entertainment. Nearby state parks and waysides offer beach access and panoramic views. The nearby Salmon and Siletz Rivers offer fishing and wildlife viewing. Gleneden Beach to the south offers beach access, golfing and upscale shopping. A few minutes south is the quaint town of Depoe Bay with its oceanfront seawall, the world's smallest natural harbor, shopping, galleries and the Whale Watching Center.

Lincoln City Area
Attractions and Recreation:

  • Chinook Winds Casino Resort

    Chinook Winds Casino Resort

    Large variety of gaming opportunities including over 1250 slots, craps, roulette, blackjack, poker, keno and bingo. more info

  • Chinook Winds Golf Resort

    Chinook Winds Golf Resort

    Located minutes from the casino, this 18-hole golf course is yet another way for us to showcase how “It's Better at the Beach!” more info

  • Oregon State Park Whale Watching Center

    Oregon State Park Whale Watching Center

    Watch for resident and migrating whales in Depoe Bay.

  • Gleneden Beach State Recreation Site

    Gleneden Beach State Recreation Site

    A short paved trail leads from the parking and picnic area through the shore pines to a soft sand beach. Popular with seals and surfers.

  • Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint

    Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint

    A great place to watch resident and migrating whales, watch seabirds and picnic.

  • Fogarty Creek State Park

    Fogarty Creek State Park

    Hiking trail, picnic areas and beach access.

  • Depoe Bay Harbor

    Depoe Bay Harbor

    The world's smallest navigable harbor that connects to the sea through a channel 50 feet wide and 300 feet long.

  • Devil's Punchbowl State Park

    Devil's Punchbowl State Park

    Hiking trail, picnicking and beach access. more info

  • Salishan Golf Resort

    Salishan Golf Resort

    Luxury hotel, spa and fine dining with a public 18-hole golf course.

  • Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio

    Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio

    Didn't find a float on the beach? Lucky you! You can go to the Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio and blow your own float. You choose the colors. There you'll find the artist within you!

  • Culinary Center in Lincoln City

    Culinary Center in Lincoln City

    Cooking classes, demonstrations and events.