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    Sunset Beach State Recreational Site

    4.8 (12 reviews)

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    Lisa W.

    Hands down the best beach in Oregon!!!! You can drive on this beach also. Seriously, what's not to love about this place?! I want my ashes sprinkled here.

    Wonderful beach.
    Betty C.

    Wonderful beach. Drive on if you have 4wd or if you have front wheel drive. We found tons of sea dollars...the waves rolled softly in and people are pretty calm and respectful. A beach tent if some type is good as a windbreak...great place for kids to run and play!!! Keep your speed down though...saw my first ever beach citation today.

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    Katie B.

    A very cool drive up beach. I recommend having a four or all wheel drive vehicle before deciding to drive on the beach though it's not required. Would be a fun hangout spot with pets and friends! Saw some people parasailing from a truck.

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    Excellent beach ! Driving on the beach is great, just don't go too close to the water and away from deep soft sand!

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    This is a nice beach which is a continuation of the beach that is between the Columbia river jetty and Little Beach in Gearhart.

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    Fort Stevens State Park

    Fort Stevens State Park

    4.2
    (173 reviews)
    5.6 mi

    Clean park with great hiking trails. Fairly clean restrooms. Drove down to the beach and took the…read moredogs to see the Peter irondale. This camping trip they had a free concert on the lawn by the battery. I love that the golf carts drive by to bring you firewood for a standard $7 fee. Terrible reception and cellular in the park. Overall great trip with lots of sunshine.

    This is based on a 2-night stay at a the F-Loop. *Access to…read morenature: 5 stars. The lake is amazing. Multiple access points to the beach, including the ability to drive onto the beach. Absolutely stunning views. *Privacy in campgrounds: 1 star You will enjoy no separation from neighboring campsites. Enjoy dinner with all other surrounding sites staring at you! Plus, if tent camping, you can hear the neighbors whisper. *Cleanliness of campsite: 5 stars Not a piece of trash in the campsite. Was well cleaned. *Location of restrooms/showers: 4 stars Took less than 2 minutes to walk to the restrooms/showers located in the center of the loop. *Cleanliness of restrooms: 3 stars Not good, not bad. Floors haven't been swept in a long time. Everywhere is sticky. *Cleanliness of showers: 1 star F-loop showers were NASTY. Fishing lure in the drain, hair on the walls, gum stuck to the floor, diapers left inside. WEAR SHOES WHILE YOU SHOWER. E-Loop showers next door were much, much more reasonable. *Noise: 1 star Quiet hours are from 10pm-7am. However, it is not enforced. Every single other camper quieted down around 10pm. Except for one exceptionally loud group who continued to be loud and obnoxious until midnight. We were harassed by this group but didn't have a problem with anyone else. CALL THE PARK ASAP if you are having issues like this early in the day because they don't patrol.(503)861‑3170 x 21. *They sell wood and ice at a reasonable price with a drop box for cash payment. *Is less than a 15 minute drive to Fred Meyer. *There is a giant playground and they were offering Junior Ranger "classes" for kids. *Bike, Kayak, and Paddle-board rentals were available.

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    The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park
    The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park
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    The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park

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    The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park
    Astoria / Warrenton / Seaside KOA

    Astoria / Warrenton / Seaside KOA

    3.4
    (137 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    The KOA was really well kept. There were many options to do just in the campground itself. We…read morestayed in one of the cabins. The cabin was wonderful to stay in. It was clean and comfortable. The bathrooms and showers were also better than other places we have stayed at. All of the staff were amazing and fun to talk with. Check in was very easy. The store had a lot to offer from groceries, gifts and souvenirs, and camping needs to make your stay more comfortable. There were tent sites, rv sites with full hookup, cabins with and without bathrooms. We went a few days after Labor Day so it was not very crowded (bonus!)

    The campground itself is clean, well-maintained, and the accommodations are great. Most of the…read morestaff we encountered were friendly and helpful. That said, there were several issues that made our stay disappointing. The campground is very spread out, making group camping difficult, and the bathrooms are so far from some campsites that late-night trips are unrealistic. Adding portable restrooms in between would make a huge difference. The showers in Comfort Station 2 also had a noticeable mildew smell. The biggest concern was how our family was treated. One guest repeatedly yelled at our children while they were riding scooters, and when the adults calmly addressed the situation, it quickly escalated into hostility. A staff member encouraged us to file a complaint, but another employee told us we probably shouldn't because they might remove both parties, or side with the other guest. They even stated that if police were called, we'd likely be the ones going to jail because we're Black. That comment alone made us feel unsupported and unsafe. Finally, we were uncomfortable seeing a decorative noose hanging in the activity center. Combined with the cabin numbering ("KK") and our experience, it created an atmosphere that felt deeply unsettling. This campground has a lot of potential, but our experience left us feeling unwelcome. One K away from KKK!

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    Showers that are in middle of the park.
    Showers that are in middle of the park.
    August 1, 2025 - One of the better campsites.
    August 1, 2025 - One of the better campsites.
    Astoria / Warrenton / Seaside KOA

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    Lewis and Clark National Historical  Parks

    Lewis and Clark National Historical Parks

    4.2
    (82 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Fort Clatsop was one of the most memorable historical sites we visited on our Oregon Coast road…read moretrip. Even if you're not a huge history buff, this place does an incredible job of bringing the Lewis and Clark Expedition to life. Walking through the reconstructed fort made it easy to imagine what life was like for the Corps of Discovery as they spent the winter of 1805-1806 preparing for the long journey home. The visitor center is well done, with informative exhibits, friendly park rangers, and plenty of historical information that adds context before you explore the fort. The reconstruction itself is impressive, and the surrounding forest helps create an authentic atmosphere. It's amazing to think that after traveling more than 4,000 miles, Lewis and Clark and their team called this place home for 106 days. The walking trails around the fort are peaceful and beautifully maintained, making it easy to spend a couple of hours exploring the area. We appreciated how clean the park was and how passionate the staff were about sharing the site's history. Whether you're interested in American history, the Oregon Coast, or simply looking for a unique stop near Astoria, Fort Clatsop is well worth visiting. It's educational without feeling overwhelming, family-friendly, and offers a deeper appreciation for one of the greatest expeditions in American history. I would absolutely recommend adding it to your itinerary. Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

    Fort Clatsop is part of this area. The museum and movies were excellent. I did not realize how…read morelittle I really knew about the Lewis and Clark expedition until I saw all the history in the exhibits. If you have your National Park pass make sure to take it for free admission.

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    Astoria Riverwalk

    Astoria Riverwalk

    4.7
    (12 reviews)
    8.7 mi

    A 4-mile paved trail that parallels the city's main thoroughfare and the trolley route…read more I did not actually see any signs for the Astoria Riverwalk but I guess I was going along it without knowing. From where we started at Pier 39 to almost the very end at the Port of Astoria, we continually stopped along the way whenever I would notice a spot park or pull over to be able to take beautiful pictures of the landscape and waterfront. I absolutely loved that there were wildlife either Sea Lions or Harbor Seals are laying around any kind of dock or floating device that they could and that you could hear them loud and clear. I didn't take my large camera with exchangeable lenses so I couldn't zoom in too much but seeing and hearing them made my heart happy. The views are just beautiful and worth the extra time to stop.

    August 1, 2025 - Astoria…read more We walked the boardwalk along the river today. There are a few businesses scattered along the way, but the area is still mostly lined with industrial buildings. There are plenty of spots to pause and take in the view of the Columbia, and many trolley stops along the route. I would've liked to hop on the trolley, but we had our dog with us. We walked to where Buoy Beer Company once stood before the building collapsed. It's still there--fenced off, of course. What a shame. The Buoy warehouses remain, though. We had lunch at Astoria Brewery, where they have an outdoor patio--perfect for sitting with our pup. Afterward, we walked over to the Maritime Museum (admission is $18), but didn't go in since we had the pup with us. We checked out the Nordic Heritage Park, which highlights Astoria's huge Scandinavian influence in the late 1800s and early 1900s. We also went to the Garden of Surging Waves which gives tribute to contributions of the Chinese to Astoria.

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    Views of the quaint and historic downtown area from the Riverwalk
    Views of the quaint and historic downtown area from the Riverwalk
    One of the funny trolls in the Nordic Heritage Park along the Riverwalk
    One of the funny trolls in the Nordic Heritage Park along the Riverwalk
    Views from the Riverwalk

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    Views from the Riverwalk

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