Oregon has more hiking trails than one could hike in a lifetime, so you can't hike them all. If I…read morehad to pick only ONE trail in the state to hike, I would pick Cascade Head. The trail starts at Knight Park, right on the estuary. After viewing the river, you hike through the old growth. The hike starts with some elevation, but the trees provide shade and lots of places to stop and rest. After crossing streams and bridges you come out to the grass field with a million dollar view of the Salmon River and Pacific Ocean. Bring a head lamp and stay for the view through sunset, it is incredible. The trail continues through the grass with more switchbacks to the upper viewpoint. While the Upper viewpoint is fantastic, if you are short on time, the lower viewpoint is fairly comparable (view wise) to upper. This hike is really the highlight of the Oregon Coast. The trail does not allow dogs (or pets) so plan accordingly.

Great trail...loads to see and a real workout in the process…read more We arrived at the trailhead at 8am to be the first in the lot on a Saturday. By the time we returned the lot was full. There's a decent amount of parking...spots for cars, RVs, and trucks with boat trailers. The pre-trail wanders in and out of the trees and road for a bit, but they have great signage to lead you to the actual head. The trail is great, as you get a smidge of everything you could ask for along the way...some shaded forest, wildlife, wildflowers, stunning coastal views, and a pretty butt-kicking workout to the top viewpoint. Keep in mind, we aren't young, and neither are our hips and knees. There are a good number of high clearance steps to climb that weren't the easiest for a gal with short legs and bad hips. Not to mention that the trail is pretty steep as you zig-zag your way up the non-shaded knoll to the second viewpoint at the top of the lower trail (where it meets the upper). The trail is narrow most of the way, especially on that hillside as you push your way through the tall grasses and flowers. You definitely need to watch your step constantly going up and down, as there are hidden steps, rocks, and uneven surfaces beneath the grasses. We almost ended our trip at the lower viewpoint, but after a bit of contemplation decided to push through and up the hillside to the top. I'm super glad we made the choice, but we definitely felt it! So much to see along the way. We got to watch the elk herd as it grazed the knoll at the first opening, so beautiful. Halfway down the hill from the top a fast moving fog bank came off the coast right at us, engulfing us and removing everything from sight for a minute, while providing us with much appreciated and FABulous cold air... a very cool experience for sure. I highly recommend this trail. Go early if you go on the weekend. And if you're now young ONLY at heart, be prepared for a decent workout if you plan to go to the top...but do it, it's worth it. :)

Beautiful forested open space between 2 trail heads with a decent amount of street parking. The 1…read moremile out and back trail is wide and very well-maintained, with a mulched walking surface. (There's also one narrower out & back off-shoot trail.) The path has a peaceful rolling feel to it, with lovely trees and the sounds of the birds. Great spot for an easy, shady neighborhood walk.

A wooded area near Regatta Grounds Park with a hiking trail and various off-shoots. I found the…read morearea online when researching trails in nearby. We decided to continue on from Regatta and make ourselves a loop around Spring Lake and back to the park. The trail entrance nearest the park was obvious, yet clearly not very used as it was fairly overgrown. But as we proceeded towards the back side of the small lake the trail opened a bit more. There are many options of paths that take off randomly, but we kept to the outer loop which crossed a (somewhat sturdy) bridge and into the more forested side of the lake. Once we'd rounded the water and made our way to the road side we saw the open space sign, some parking, and a more substantial trail entrance. It's not the most fabulous trail around, but it's a decent leg stretcher and a way to extend the Regatta trail if you'd like a bit more.

Having now lived here 10 years, I still love it, especially on the days when the scent of the ocean…read moreand the roaring of the waves is calling me to walk on the beach. Now everyone wants to visit us!

It doesn't get much more coastal than this region…read more We were really fortunate to visit the Oregon Coast in November on a clear Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Nothing but sunshine greeted us. No rain, fog or clouds dampened our road trip. The weather this week where we visited: Coos Bay, Florence, Newport, Yachats, Depoe Bay forecasted rain and wind with even a gale warning in some parts. The Oregon Coast is so beautiful! Thor's Well in Yachats at high tide was amazing to see. At low tide we saw some brave folks walk down towards the edge of that gaping hole. In Florence we descended down 208-ft in an elevator to the Sea Lion Caves... we didn't get a chance to see any sea lions at the time but the cave was cool to see. In Newport was where we saw sea lions bask and roll about at the docks just below Clearwater Restaurant and Port Dock One in Historic Bayfront. FREE! No matter the season, the Oregon Coast is a rejuvenating getaway. We enjoyed visiting the coastal cities, admiring lighthouses, making footprints in the sand, dining on the coast, checking out unique souvenir shops, seeing miles and miles of public coastline that continue to be free and public... captivated by the beauty of the mighty Pacific Ocean. Let's go! Review #3262

Still one of my favorite trails in the area. This visit we ended up taking a cut-off section in the…read moremiddle that we'd never taken before. As soon as we started the section we began noticing salamanders (I assume) slowly crossing our path about every 6 feet. They were so perfectly camouflaged amongst the wet fallen leaves we slowed to a crawl the rest of the section for fear of squishing one!! Heads up on the trail right now! I don't know if this is the only section they stick to, because for some reason we've never seen them on any other part of the trail before. We usually spot such fabulous mushrooms here, what a sweet addition to our trail sightings. Adorable!

Rented the 4 person Fiesta Hobie and rode along the Nestucca River. The customer service was great,…read morethe scenery was beautiful and the Hobie was easy to maneuver.

Great fun. Equipment was in really good condition. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We…read moretook an 81 year old and 86 year old out on the River in one of the hobie tandems and had several SUP's and single hobies. They were wonderful. The River is easy and a lot of fun. Their was an Osprey nest on the River with young ones. Worth your time and money.

This chunk of open space is separated into two parts...South & North Agnes...each with their own…read moreparking area. The lot to South has a steep entrance, but North is flat. One heads up, the road in to Anges Creek and both lots are gravel and get verrrry dusty. While there's a short connector trail between the two trailheads, you may need to bolt to avoid passing car produced dust engulfment. The north side has 2 short out & back trails, while the south side has a loop. None of the trails are long (less than a mile), but once you get onto the trails and out of the dust the forest setting at Agnes Creek is gorgeous. Each trail has a bit of up and down, but nothing major and easy for most anyone to enjoy.

The best, second time using Safari Town Surf. Lots of fun and Salmon River is beautiful!read more

My husband booked fat tire bikes for us to ride for the day. For some reason he thought they were…read moree-bikes, which was slightly funny at the time. They clearly expected us to last maybe 2 hours tops. They gave us good direction as far as where to ride and where on the sand to stay. They gave us one bike with an adjustable seat, and one that was not adjustable. They adjusted it to fit my son, but didn't tighten it enough to keep it in place. By the time we got to the beach it was all the way down with no way to fix it. It was a very windy day, which is part of the beach experience, but it was much harder given that we are tall and the bike was too small. I felt like we were not given all the information we needed. I would not rent the bikes again.

I recently went for the second time ever and the first time post pandemic. It has changed from…read morewhat I remember but isn't totally terrible. The good: I like that they have designated smoking machines that help keep the majority of the floor clear and lower smoke. As someone with allergies, this is a HUGE improvement. I also like that they had free soft drinks and teas available at all times, I do not remember this being a feature at other casinos I've visited. Every staff member we interacted with was nice, polite, and helpful. We were there in the evening (11pm or so) and there were still plenty of options for food available. There were MANY machines to choose from, along with table games. The not so great: I hate that there is no buffet! I loved the old buffet they used to offer but it seems that went away during pandemic times. There was also not a lot of seating for the sit down dining options like the sandwich shop or taco bar. It would be helpful if there were cleaning supplies, even wet wipes, so that people can wipe down the tables before sitting down. We had to use water and napkins, which weren't the most sturdy but worked in a pinch.

My husband and I recently visited Chinook Winds Casino Resort for the first time while traveling…read morethrough the area on our way to medical appointments. The property itself is beautiful, and we were genuinely excited to experience everything it had to offer. Unfortunately, our interaction with one employee, the pit boss named Lolly, completely overshadowed what could have been a wonderful first visit. We were directed by the casino cage/cashier to speak with Lolly regarding guest incentives and whether any fees or promotional offers were available. We frequently visit casinos throughout the country and have received similar accommodations elsewhere, so we simply wanted to ask what was available. The cage staff specifically told us that Lolly was the person we needed to speak with. From the moment we approached her, she made it abundantly clear that she didn't want to talk to us. Rather than greeting us or taking a few moments to answer our questions, she appeared eager to rush us away and treated us as though we were an inconvenience. While I completely understand that every casino has different policies and that the answer to our request could have been "no," there is a respectful and professional way to communicate that. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. What was especially disappointing was hearing her describe Chinook Winds as "just a small tiny casino" that couldn't offer very much to guests. That statement diminished the very property she represents. This is a beautiful casino and resort, and its employees should be proud ambassadors for it, not leave guests with the impression that it has little to offer. I truly hope I never have another interaction with someone who feels entitled to treat people with the level of rudeness we experienced. I wouldn't send my worst enemy to engage with someone like Lolly. Her attitude created an unnecessarily negative experience and reflected poorly on an otherwise beautiful property. That said, I also believe exceptional employees deserve to be recognized, because several members of your staff completely restored our faith in the customer service at Chinook Winds. Danielle, who paid one of our jackpots, was absolutely wonderful. She was kind, thoughtful, personable, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. Heather was another standout employee. Her positive energy was contagious as she walked the casino floor. She cheered us on during bonuses and celebrated with other guests who were winning. You could tell she truly enjoys her job, and that enthusiasm made the casino more fun for everyone around her. I also want to recognize Dianna, who was working at the floor bar. She was incredibly warm, compassionate, and sincere from the very beginning--even before I shared that we were simply passing through on our way to medical appointments for my husband. After learning why we were traveling, every time we walked by she would smile and say she hoped everything went well with my husband's doctors and that we would win big that night. Those weren't rehearsed customer service comments--they felt genuine, caring, and heartfelt. Danielle, Heather, and Dianna are exactly the kind of employees every organization hopes to have. They went above and beyond simply doing their jobs--they made people feel welcomed, appreciated, and valued. They are outstanding representatives of Chinook Winds and the reason we left with at least some positive memories despite our unfortunate interaction with Lolly. I sincerely hope management recognizes the incredible work of Danielle, Heather, and Dianna while also addressing the level of customer service we experienced with Lolly. One employee should never have the ability to tarnish the reputation of an otherwise beautiful resort, especially when so many others are working so hard to create a welcoming experience.

Good, SUPER uphill but totally worth it. Went in early July and the weather was perfect. Long…read moresleeves and a tank top was the perfect outfit. Definitely bring water:) very nice greenery and ocean view

The Knoll hike involves a pretty decent trek up to a grassy, expansive overlook of the coastline…read more There are a few parking options for hiking The Knoll. But no matter which you choose be prepared for a fairly steep uphill climb. You can make it a full loop, about 3 miles in total. To me the section directly up from Logan Road covering the ridge top around to the Gods Thumb offshoot is pretty, but the other half of the loop down to the cul de sac parking is not so picturesque. Regardless, you'll get a decent workout no matter which route you take up and down. There are lots of caterpillars vying for a spot on the trail right now, so watch your step. :) A fun and clearly popular hike, The Knoll seems to stay pretty busy on the weekends, so go early!