Oregon Dunes - Oregon Information

Florence, Oregon

Florence begins access to Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.

Oregon Dunes Overlook

Located: Turn off highway 101 at mile marker # 200.8 and travel 1/4 mile to the overlook. Marked trails lead to the beach. It is about a 1 mile walk. An 80 foot ramp leading to the view area is wheelchair accessible. This area is a great vantage point for overlooking miles of dunes.

Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area

Located: Access point is mile marker 191.7 off highway 101.

The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area extends from Florence, Oregon to North Bend, Oregon with many access points available.
The Oregon Dunes Visitors Center is in Reedsport, Oregon.
Visit Reeds Port

Oregon Sand Dunes and Frontier Theme Park

Go for a scenic ride on a king size dune buggy, a favorite with families, or try a smaller sand rail. You can rent one or bring your own.

Umpqua Dunes Trailhead

A mile trail that travels through forest before reaching the tallest sand dunes in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
An extended trail takes you to the ocean. This one is about 6 miles.

Located: Mile marker 222.5 off highway 101

Yachats, Oregon

Known as the Gem of the Oregon coast.

Located: Highway 101 at mile marker # 167.1 at Cape Perpetua Viewpoint and Stone Shelter.

Directions: At the mouth of the Yachats River, nestled between the mountains and the sea. Just south of Devils Churn you will find a road going inland. At the branch in the road turn left and continue climbing sharply to the Cape Perpetua Viewpoint.

The Stone Shelter was used during World War II as a lookout for enemy ships and planes. Today, it is a great place to look for whales and view the ocean.

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