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Seaside, Oregon: Weekend Guide to explore Portland’s closest coast town

Seaside is the largest coastal town on the North Oregon Coast and together with Cannon Beach the closest coast town to Portland. Besides spending time on the beach, Seaside has some fun things to explore. In this guide I share all things Seaside: in town and nature activities, eateries and accommodation tips.

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Pacific City, eine der schönsten Küstenstädte Oregons

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11 min

Charming Oregon Coast Towns near Portland

Planning a trip to the Oregon Coast? Then beaches, lighthouses, viewpoints, and coastal hikes are probably part of your itinerary already. Besides the natural wonders, Oregon is home to charming coastal towns that are worth stopping by. In this article, you’ll find a description of Oregon coast towns from North to South, plus a list of things to do nearby. Also included: a recommendation on where to stay on each part of the Oregon Coast.

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Fall in the Pacific Northwest: Things to-do & go-to destinations

Hiking through colorful fall foliage, farm visits, pumpkin patches, Halloween and Thanksgiving, soaking in natural hot springs, cuddling up in front of a campfire and enjoying the weekend in a cozy cabin in the woods. The opportunities for fall activities in the Pacific Northwest are as diverse as the geography of the upper left USA itself.

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8 min

Heceta Head Lighthouse: Sleep extraordinary on the Oregon Coast

Have you ever slept in a lighthouse? Heceta Head Lighthouse on the Oregon Coast provides an extraordinary stay in vintage flair, 7-course breakfast included

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King Tide at Cape Disappointment State Park

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7 min

6 reasons why Cape Disappointment, Washington, doesn´t disappoint at all

What a weird and misleading name it is: Cape Disappointment. Would you consider visiting this Southern coastal tip of Washington State when just hearing its name? I can definitely encourage you to do so and explore Cape Disappontment State Park with its picturesque lighhouse and the world’s longest beach.

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8 min

Photography guide to Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor, Oregon + How to get to Natural Bridges

Dramatic rock formations and cliffs, offshore sea stacks and pocket beaches: Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor is one of the most iconic sceneries on the Oregon Coast. Find the best viewpoints, easy trails and a detailed guide how to safely get to the Natural Bridges – one of my highlights on our Pacific Coast roadtrip.

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Why the Oregon Coast is your perfect winter travel destination

When thinking of beaches, sand dunes and the Pacific Ocean in general, what comes to your mind first? Summer, sunshine and warm temperatures, right? What if I told you that…

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Seaside, Oregon: Weekend Guide to explore Portland’s closest coast town

Charming Oregon Coast Towns near Portland

Fall in the Pacific Northwest: Things to-do & go-to destinations

Heceta Head Lighthouse: Sleep extraordinary on the Oregon Coast

6 reasons why Cape Disappointment, Washington, doesn´t disappoint at all

Photography guide to Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor, Oregon + How to get to Natural Bridges

Why the Oregon Coast is your perfect winter travel destination

Hiking Dog Mountain Trail, Washington: 10 things you need to know before you go

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