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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 10, 2023
How long is the drive from Tillamook to McMinnville?
The direct drive from Tillamook to McMinnville is 66.5 mi (107 km), and should have a drive time of 1 hr 30 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Tillamook to McMinnville, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Lincoln City, as well as top places to visit like Rockaway Beach City Hall and Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge, or the ever-popular Kelly's Brighton Marina & Campground.
The top city between Tillamook and McMinnville is Lincoln City. It's 1 hour from Tillamook and 1 hour from McMinnville.
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Lincoln City
Lincoln City is a town on the central coast of Oregon. At the D River State Recreation Site, the short D River connects Devil’s Lake to a sandy Pacific beach. The Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area has trails and a campground. A collection of Japanese glass fishing floats is a highlight at the North Lincoln County Historical Museum. The Roads End State Recreation Site features tide pools, islands and a hidden cove.
Most popular city on this route
28 minutes off the main route, 44% of way to McMinnville
Best stops along Tillamook to McMinnville drive
The top stops along the way from Tillamook to McMinnville (with short detours) are Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, Chinook Winds Casino Resort, and Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge. Other popular stops include Salem's Riverfront Carousel, Spirit Mountain Casino, and Otter Crest Loop.
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Kelly's Brighton Marina & Campground
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RV park
It was quite the experience! You definitely don't wanna come if you're looking to make a profit from the crabs you catch, as we only caught one legal. But just going out (it was our first time crabbing) and having fun, it was awesome. I'd recommend coming here!
sd.sophie — Google review
My wide and I enjoyed some dock crabbing at Kelly's over the recent Presidents Day weekend. We are newbies to crabbing and have tried our hand at several places along the coast without success. But we finally caught some keepers at Kelly's! We came home with 5 delicious crabs, cooked for us at the marina. The employees were all super helpful, and even showed us the proper way to clean them after cooking. One crab ring and bait was less than $20, which was a fantastic deal, especially since they cook them at no extra cost. The store has extras like butter and garlic if you want to eat your catch there, but we chose to buy a bag of ice to transport our crabs back to our airbnb. They really made the experience enjoyable, thanks!!
Christine Fleetwood — Google review
This place is super cool because you can either pay for a fishing license and crab traps to catch your own food, or you can pay to have already caught seafood boiled for you.
My friend and I attempted to catch our own crab. We bought two cans of beer from their store, grabbed our beach chairs from our van, and then sat on the dock for an hour and caught absolutely nothing lol. But it was an experience and I'm glad we tried it!
We were obviously starving afterwards so we paid for some boiled dungrness crab and clams. The crab was pretty expensive but it was so good hot and dipped into melted garlic lemon butter, which you could buy for an extra cost. We sat on the patio and just devoured everything!
Melissa Denise — Google review
FUN. This stop was one of my favorite during our vacation in Oregon. It was so simple and so enjoyable I will return. We were literally crabbing within 20 minutes of parking the car - we entered the store and Colin and Shirlee were gracious and patient as they explained the how to catch crabs. We bought our licenses, picked up our baited pots and within 30 minutes were hauling crab in on the dock. So enjoyable. We crabbed for 2 hours and likely caught between 75 and 100 crabs. We kept 3 which we took back to shore where the team confirmed they were legal catches, and within 20 minutes they were steamed.
The store sells a variety of beverages including beer and hard seltzer, butter and a variety of other optional gear for crabbing or oysters. We bought butter and drinks. Kelly's provides crackers, napkins, knives and forks. The lunch was awesome - enjoying the catch from earlier that morning.
Again, Very Fun, Affordable and Professional. Highly recommended!
Todd Christiansen — Google review
We had an excellent time! Went on monday 2/12/24. We talked to Kyle, Ryan and Collin. (Sorry if we got ur name wrong!). They helped us get our license and crabbing traps. They gave us lots of great information on how to crab and how to get mussels. All Super nice! We didn't get any crabs off the dock big enough to cook. We did get our max on mussels and they were delicious! This is our spot to go when we are in the area. We want to camp and fish in the future. Congrats to Collin and his fam!
malia yang — Google review
We were so lucky to have gotten their last RV spot for the night in September without reservation. This place is very unique. A marina with much activities going on. Courteous and friendly staff that made our stay complete. We got some freshly cooked oysters for dinner and they were wonderful! Will definitely come back if we have a chance to travel this way again. Oh, and the sunset was incredible!
Rebecca Chiu — Google review
Very impressed with this place. It was much more than I expected. We stopped to get a crab. The service was quick, friendly and very helpful. They explained the process and showed us how to clean the crab after it was cooked. There were benches to eat. There was a fire pit and a little store.
Krista T — Google review
Great place. Staff was super helpful. The crab we ate here though... Amazing! Definitely recommend to have some clams and crab while here cause if you don't, you missed out!
Humberto Zayas — Google review
What a Find!! After Thanksgiving we took a drive down sunny Hwy 101. Kelly's was a fantastic treat- fresh crab, oysters and clams!! Super Service. We loved it!!!!!
Cindy Victor — Google review
Nice place to crab. For $17 you get a baited trap, but bring some chicken or yiu can buy 2 legs for $5. They also cook your 🦀.
Mary Curtis — Google review
Love Kelly's, staff is super nice and informative. Renting a boat is quick and painless, plus it comes with 3 rings with bait. After we turned in the boat, we had our keepers cooked for free (we did tip the cookers). Also opted for some oysters... so very good. Can not wait to return
Graciel Jacquez — Google review
Great destination! Camped in site #24 for two nights. Friendly staff and even hot coin op showers. They also have several walk in tent sites right on the water. Crab was delicious! There is some road noise, but not bothersome. Much better than the establishment down the street (yes, we checked that one out too). We’ll be back!
Grumpy fly — Google review
This place was so much fun!! We are tourists and know absolutely nothing about crabbing. The staff took a good amount of time to explain everything and answered all our questions. We definitely will try the raw chicken approach for the bait next time as the crabs seemed to enjoy that more than the raw fish option. The people were awesome and we had just the best time doing something new and exciting!
Sophia Forte — Google review
We loved this place in the beautiful Oregon coastline. Great place for crabbing and just buying fresh seafood. We got crabs and they were delicious. Very nice owners. We’d be back here again!
Arjun Bardhan — Google review
For first timers to go crabbing, this is the spot. With boats to rent and baited traps, it’s never been easier.
We went on a crab derby weekend which was a lot of fun for the whole family. Lots of activities and small booths of local business and ocean life education. Rental boats fits either 4-5 adults for $120 for 2 hrs only so plan accordingly.
There are crabs, clams, and oyster for purchase which can be cooked for you to enjoy on premise. The staff was very friendly and thorough on instructions and rules to crabbing in the area.
I think Rockaway Beach is a great place to vacation and live and I confidently predict it will become one of "the" places to be on the Oregon coast within the next few years. I spoke with the City Manager, Scot, over the phone. He was objective, professional, pleasant and responsive to my queries. It took some time to get a hold of him, but I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation.
Bradley Donohue — Google review
As far as city halls go its a nice building. Both city and hall-ish. What more do you want from a city hall?
Someone Somewhere — Google review
We live here and it so cool I love pronto pup restaurant and cow bell cafe and sand dollar restaurant
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Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge
Wildlife refuge
Sights & Landmarks
National reserve
Nature preserve
Lighthouses
This place is beautiful. Lots of beach exploring to do. Even a small section that is just rock which makes for good exploration. Would be a great place to stay for the weekend.
Jason Heglund — Google review
I'm reviewing the trail only. The trailhead parking is at the entrance of road down to the lighthouse. We hiked in April and it was quite muddy, and moderately steep, but the nice little beach cove at the end was worth it. We are average shaped middle-aged. We did the hike down in 20 minutes and the hike back in a little over 30 minutes. There is no restroom at trailhead, but there is one down by the lighthouse parking.
Kim C — Google review
Love walking the trails here. It is simply beatiful. The drive is beautiful and it is easy to ditance here, wear your mask and enjoy the trails and hikes around this lighthouse.
Pat Semi — Google review
We love coming to Cape Meares to observe the sea birds and the breathtaking views. Be sure to bring your binoculars. A spotting scope us even better. (Volunteers will let you look through theirs on the weekends.) Also, don't miss the lighthouse and the Octopus Tree.
Helen Honse — Google review
The Big tree is the main attraction. 800 year old state champion spruce. Beautiful tree.
Justin Bayola — Google review
Beautiful place. The trails are a little rough and very muddy, so I wouldn’t recommend it for children. Also, if you want to see birds you really need to bring binoculars since they are pretty far off shore.
Colin (Colin Urmson) — Google review
A beautiful location for a hike along coastal areas. On a sunny day, the ocean views are stunning. Walk along the beach and smell the salty brew of cracked, picked apart crabs and other shore life while enjoying long walks in the low tide. Visit the Octopus Tree aptly named for its numerous trunks. There are trails that wind through the hilly growth. Set your camera on stun for stunning photo ops. Bring along a few snacks or picnic basket.
Paul Ajzenman — Google review
Gorgeous rocky beach at base of the refuge trail. But be warned, it's slippery and as I write this, some serious obstacles are blocking the trail at points. Trekking pole(s) and good treads recommended!
Beachfront spot known for its waves & wind (kites, hang-gliding) plus picnics, fishing & hiking.
Incredibly engaging part of the Oregon coast for friends and family. Spend the day exploring the cape trails and giant sand dune. Lots of tide pools to examine as well.
Thomas McElfresh — Google review
Breath-taking views. Wonderful ace to see the true magic of the Oregon Coast. 344amgʻŕ
Rich Mercer — Google review
Beautiful area with fantastic views a pleasant hiking. You can walk the beach for miles, climb the dune, explore, then grab a bite to eat at Pacific City
Gennaya Mattison — Google review
Talk about a hike.. To see these vistas, you have to walk straight up a 200+ ft sand dune.. but it is WELL WORTH IT. Located just steps from the main drag of pacific city, this sandy, duney cliff offers some of the best view of (the better) Haystack Rock.
You don't really want to do it barefoot because once you get up there, you will find lots of little spots to explore. There are great views not just of the beach and the rock, but also crashing waves, little ocean spots, and tons interesting rock formations like caves and trenches.
If you can make the trip up the hill, it is a great place to spend a few hours taking in the natural views. It is also well gated and I felt completely safe the entire time I was up there.
If you are visiting Pacific City, add this to your list!
David Lazar — Google review
This is my wife's favorite beach park. The sand mountain defies gravity and the logic mind, having steep sides and reaching higher than sends possible. The hike to the top is strenuous, but the views once there is well worth it. Pay attention to the signs warning of steep cliffs and dangerous drop offs as they are not kidding. The water is deep so the waves crash against the cliffs with great force, carving out caves and arches that are beautiful to look at but dangerous to explore. To the north of the sand mountain is a favorite place for hang gliding on the Oregon coast. On a good day you can see several hang gliders dancing on the breeze, seeming to be suspended from invisible strings as they effortlessly hover and move in their hypnotic patterns. I highly recommend visiting this state park.
Peter Copley — Google review
Awesome State Natural Area and Park in Pacific City, Oregon giving great views of the preserved area and the ocean. Unfortunately it was rainy and misty and a storm was coming which made me quickly return to my hotel room. The short hike up the sand dune to the lookout was pretty cool.
Humphrey Vives — Google review
Nice place to visit. Surfing was a little rough out in the larger waves, but the smaller surf was really fun to surf in. There's a subtle rip-tide close to the rocky cape (to the north), so be mindful of that (pulls that water further out). Awesome place to visit and not surf, there's an enormous sand dune to climb and explore the upper cape area. Simple tide pools nearby the cape, and a great view of Haystack Rock. Lunch at the Pelican is nice, but between $10 for parking and going to the one restaurant around, expect to pay some. Alternatively there's a burrito restaurant which also sells ales next to the surf shop, and I'd venture to guess that with a little walking, street parking is attainable. Hiking the sand dunes is a must, consider doing it barefoot, and running down the sand dune afterward is required!
Lucas Kerper — Google review
Always love it here! It's beautiful everywhere you look. Can get crowded but not enough (whenever we've gone anyways) to really be bothersome. Definitely recommend going!
LennoxL MW — Google review
Excellent views of both the rock and the sand dune and sculpted outcropping. It was fun to watch people scaling up and then surfing down the dune. Nice sandy beach with a cafe.
Janice F — Google review
Visited for the first time recently to shoot a bridal session for a lovely couple & absolutely loved my time! It was so beautiful & the views were amazing! I can’t wait to visit again someday & have the chance to explore more!
Adrianna Webb — Google review
One of the best spots on the coast for sea views and people-watching. If you have the stamina you can climb up the dunes. The sea was really wild when we visited
Ian Lang — Google review
It was super windy. But it is a beautiful place. Weather permitting
Clifford Logan — Google review
This is a fabulous beach and natural area off the beaten path of 101. You'll typically see lots of surfers here. Tide pools here are lovely and I suggest going at negative tide to see it's full glory. Please respect the sea creatures and plant life! The sandstone is beautiful against the deep green blues of the ocean. Huge dunes but beware the recent sinkholes. Also, respect the fenced areas. There have been many deaths of teens and young adults in particular ignoring the warnings. Pacific City is a great place to get some food and a little shopping. Go north to McPhillips Beach to drive on the beach and explore the north side of the cape.
Jennifer V — Google review
Amazing are for a getaway in Portland. This is a beautiful coastal area on the beach. This has some amazing views and sand.the air is clean easy to breathe. I will visit again. I recommend this place.
k2 kossivi — Google review
Must see for anyone in the area. You can make the climb to the top of the sand dunes, or stop along the way for equally stunning views. The trails are clearly marked, so Don’t ruin it for everyone else by climbing the fences. There is a large parking lot nearby, with some small shops and a restaurant. Photos taken mid October.
Lex Phillips — Google review
Beautiful Oregon coastline area in Pacific City. Nice place to hang out and just take it all in. Lots of white water on the ocean. Lots of sand! One can walk in both directions for quite a ways.
Beachside taproom & restaurant serving house beers with pizza, pasta & seafood, plus brunch.
My wife and I are visiting the Coastline of Oregon and decided to stop by this restaurant for dinner. The weather was rainy and the small town seemed quite empty, not a lot of movement. As we entered, there were a few people dining for such a nice size restaurant. We ordered Mac n Cheese with layered brisket and half of BBQ chicken with mash potatoes. As an appetizer, we had asked for the calamari and to our astonishment, the food was quite tasty! The staff, servers, etc were very polite and respectful and I would like every customer service to be. Though it was super dark outside, you can hear the waves crashing in the shore which is a very cool sound to hear. I highly recommend others to visit this place if ever in the area.
Humphrey Vives — Google review
Outstanding place to stop by for a bite to eat while sipping on an ice cold beer. And you can’t top the view from the back deck either. Truly gorgeous.
Enjoyed lunch with three of my girlfriends on a Wed, and we still had about an hour wait for a table even though it was a weekday, but it wasn’t too terrible considering they take down your phone number and give you a call when your table is ready. So you aren’t forced to wait at the restaurant itself the entire time. So we were able to roam about freely.
I had the Spicy Burger which made my mouth water, it was so tasty, and the Beak Breaker Double IPA which I also really enjoyed, given that it was super hoppy, which I personally love.
Overall, 5 out of 5. Will definitely return on my next visit to Pacific City.
Jen Mahaffy — Google review
Having traveled from Montana, I was thoroughly impressed by this establishment. The quality of the food is outstanding, especially the Bloody Mary oyster shooters and the chicken and waffles, which were both exceptional. These dishes were complemented perfectly by an excellent selection of beers. It's an absolute must-visit spot. The view is breathtakingly gorgeous, creating a wonderfully inviting atmosphere. Highly recommended for a unique and delightful dining experience!
Jackson B. McKee (TheDudeOfSuh) — Google review
A bit of a wait to get in here but well worth it as everything our table had was delicious! Great selection of brews. Our favorites were Tsunami Stout and Cape Crasher IPA. Staff was very friendly and the restaurant was set up nicely to accommodate a safe environment.
Melody Broten — Google review
One of the best breweries in Oregon and good quality food. The food is little pricey compared to regular food prices but the quality is great. I personally like the custom dishes and beer glass. There is a outdoor seating also but i choose the indoor. Their menu also says what beer to pair the food with. I came to the restaurant to have dinner and watch the sunset but the marine layer came and was chilly.
Arun Raja M — Google review
Excellent service. We had two tables totaling about 18 people. The server was friendly and super helpful. He was on it! It was a busy Saturday.
The food was excellent and the view incredible overlooking the coast.
I ordered the clam chowder in a bread bowl and the Carmel root beer float.
Baby Tiger — Google review
We went on a Monday and were seated immediately. The food came out just as soon as we wondered where it was, and it didn't disappoint. I recommend the wild mushroom 🍄 flat bread and the rootbeer float.The bathrooms are very nice and clean as well.
Joe Lie — Google review
I came for dinner with my family of 6. We tried the calamari as an appetizer, which was excellent. We split 3 dishes, the spicy burger, the fish and chips, and the crab mac and cheese. All 3 dishes were delicious! For dessert we tried the marionberry buckle and the chocolate chip cookie brownie. Both were excellent! The waiter who took care of us was fantastic! Very attentive and never let our drinks empty. The atmosphere was great also, would highly recommend! We will be back for sure!
Kevin Sanders — Google review
The food was pretty good, but definitely over priced. The French fries were probably the best part of this meal. We ordered our meals then we sat in the car until we thought they might be ready. Once they were ready they said because the meals were to go that we couldn't even sit in the parking lot. We got them to go because we didn't want to sit in a crowded restaurant. The waitress was really nice!
Remmy Erickson — Google review
The IPAs are good and food here is presented nicely. Burger was good size, but for $20, it wasn’t one to write home about. I’ve had just as good, if not better, at other chain restaurants or breweries for cheaper. Did enjoy our waiter Josh—he was full of personality and very attentive to needs.
Maurice Ahern — Google review
Great food, amazing views! The service was awesome. Very family friendly and pretty decent prices. Definitely recommend if you want a chill spot to drink and enjoy the weather!
Christopher Cossey — Google review
We waited for an hour to be seated, we got our food fast which was surprising, maybe due to our order, clam chowder was 10/10. We got fish and chips and the tri.
- Coleslaw was expired and yellow looking.
- fries was med
- fish was med
- bbq saw was bitter and nasty.
- servers still wears mask lol - covid was 4 years ago people 🤦🏻♂️
- 10/10 service
The food is overpriced for this place, and it’s very mediocre, the service was awesome though.
SV — Google review
I went just before closing, so I didn’t get the full experience. Plenty of parking and seating, indoor and out. I tried the Hazestack and it was good. Nice flavor, not too heavy. Got a burger to go, and it was fine, but pricey for a burger and fries. The fries were better than expected since they were towards the skinny side. I’d go back to try more things and enjoy the outside.
Scott Tencza — Google review
We were here for the beer and view. The view is amazing. It was windy and rainy and it was still beautiful. Beer I had, a hazy IPA, was quite good. We ordered onion rings and they were good. Overall a nice stop for the beer and food if hungry. The view alone is reason to visit. Provecho
Quiteño1969 — Google review
Where the Pelican first started, great great beer. They also have great unisex bathrooms, take notice it is not a big deal. Just do it and have fun.
Nard Claar — Google review
We walked in and were seated few minutes, and we got placed inside the restaurant. An outdoor option was excellent, but it was a bit windy and chilly. The food was terrific, and they had a great beer selection. Service was fast; after they served us our appetizer, we finished it in just a few minutes! The seafood option is plenty, and people that don't like seafood have options too. We enjoyed everything here; we had so much fun!
Harry Mallari — Google review
Being from Montana, we braved the outdoor seating on this rainy, windy, a bit chilly day. The sun came out here and there, but the views were so awesome we just couldn't bare to sit inside. Besides, the food was really good, and our server was beyond good, so sitting outside was so worth it. I like dark beers, so he had a few suggestions and samples for me to try. Both were very tasty. We ordered fish and chips, clam chowder, seafood Mac n cheese, the Hawaiian burger ( came with a giant slice of pineapple), and the gf ginger veggies, rice noodle bowl. I thought 25.00 was a bit of a crazy price for rice noodles and a few vegetables. I felt like that price would be reserved for some seafood in it. My daughter liked it alright though and it was the only thing she could decide on that didn't have gluten or dairy. She is very allergic to both.
sabrina bayha — Google review
Incredible views, amazing food, and great service. The beer is high quality and the atmosphere is unmatched. 10/10 I'd recommend this place.
Yulia Lelekova — Google review
There was a rather long wait to get in late in the evening, but the wait was definitely worth it. There are not a lot of dining options in Pacific City; however, PPB was great for our entire family. The kids, as well as the adults, loved their food choices. I had the spicy cheeseburger, and it was amazingly good! PPB has great service and a "brewing company" ambience and vibe. There is PB merch at the front of the restaurant. Definitely hit up this page if in town!
Kerry Moore — Google review
I'm staying in the area and was eager to check out the place where Kiwanda Cream Ale comes from. It did not disappoint! They sat me outside, it was a lovely Oregon Coast day, the Head Out wheat ale hit the spot, the wings were bomb, and my server, Greg was awesome. 10/10 would recommend! Thank you!
Molly Boot — Google review
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33180 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR 97135, USA
What an amazing experience! Highly recommend!! Even though I am nervous around horses the guides were very experienced and knew their animals well. They were great with people and horses. The horses are well cared for and like their treats at the end of the ride. If horseback riding on the beach is on your bucket list this is the place to do it!
Rebekah Hubbard — Google review
The riding experience on the beach was incredibly fun and memorable! We had a great time taking in the scenery. I would definitely come back to do it again. My only concern is that children run the facility so I'm not sure they're able to make the best decisions when it comes to the overall health of the horse and the safety of riders. That day I was paired with Jet and I realized that something was wrong when I heard the two girls working there whispering and looking at each other. I asked one of them if Jet was okay to ride and she said yes that she was just sore. Once I got on Jet, I tried to calm her down by petting her and I could tell that she didn't want to go on the ride. She would fall behind and then trot to catch up probably making her injury worse. Again, throughout the ride I would pet her to make her feel reassured. By the end of the ride she was irritated and trying to fight other horses while I was on her and she walked towards her corral letting me know she was done for the day. I kept calm the entire time as I have had lessons prior but if an inexperienced rider would have been paired with her, it could've been a lot worse. I would give this place 5 stars but after looking back, I realized that the overall health of the horse should be a priority. I don't know much about horses or riding but putting someone on an injured horse is dangerous. Although this did happen, we still had a great time and would recommend it to family and friends.
Batseba Garcia — Google review
We had a great time! The location of the ride is incredible, and we were lucky to have a beautiful sunny day at the end of March. Although we didn't get to trot the ride was nice going down the beach and back through the dunes and the horses were all well behaved. The staff were all very nice and helpful. If you're looking for a beach ride, this is a great place.
Bella Taylor — Google review
My wife and I had an amazing horseback riding experience on the beach! Jeff and Tina, our guides were absolutely awesome. They made the ride enjoyable, safe, and informative. The horses were well trained and the scenery was breathtaking. It was a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable beachside ride!
Jake Egan — Google review
Had a great ride with these folks. My group had a variety of ages and no one had experience but everyone was able to ride easily and had a great time. They explain things well and supervise everyone closely during the ride. The horses are also trained well and are easy to ride. The views on the beach and in the dunes on the way back were awesome. 5 +++ stars.
Derek — Google review
The two of us did a 1pm ride yesterday (April 3, 2024) and it was fantastic. Magnificent horses, and a stunning view. Our guide was excellent. He was knowledgeable and personable. Thank you to the owner and staff for creating such a glorious experience.
Nachshon Yosef — Google review
My 2 daughters told me that they had always wanted to ride a horse on a beach so when I stumbled across this place I had to check it out. We had an amazing experience! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The horses all seamed to me well taken care off and well behaved. I would highly recommended trying it out.
Mspect Certified Home Inspections — Google review
What an amazing and fun group! And the people were wonderful too LOL
We took our daughter on her first ride ever and it was fabulous. I highly recommend. The horses are so friendly and they pick the perfect match for you. I love that they take pictures as well so you can enjoy your ride. Don’t miss out on this experience!!!
Jamie Hall — Google review
The beach ride was amazing!!!!!! The horses are well cared for. Our guides were great!!!! They matched us up perfectly with the horses. I would completely recommend this ride to anyone.
Morgan Croy — Google review
Green Acres is the BEST place to ride a horse on the entire Oregon Coast!!! They are so friendly, give clear instructions, and make sure that everyone has a good time! Their horses are the sweetest & they have a horse for every experience level. I rode with them in 2018 and today.
Careen Deckard — Google review
We chose this place because of it's high rating and multiple positive reviews. My friend and I got a confirmation the day of our booking. We arrived early just as we were asked. There were others there waiting with us. No one from their company came to greet us and their phone line went straight to voicemail. We were there for over an hour. I was extremely disappointed in the lack of the provided service, communication, and professionalism. Thankfully we were given a refund, but there was no explanation given as to why no one showed up the day of our appointment & not providing the service we originally paid for. I was so excited to do this as it was my first time ever riding horses on the beach, (especially with the weather being absolutely sunny and perfect for riding), but was let down by this business. I recommend going somewhere else.
Brittany Bolinder — Google review
Do not book with this company. We booked a ride on their website, I paid a deposit, it was confirmed and we even got a confirmation email the day of the ride. We got there at the time specified and were there with others who had booked at the same time. No one showed up. No one came for our ride. We knocked on doors, tried to call them and no one answered it went straight to voicemail. We waited for an entire hour and no one came. This is very unprofessional and sad to many of us who were looking forward to riding on the beach. I hope they will refund my deposit, but I don’t know if I will even get that back with their lack of communication.
Rachael Lutze — Google review
Beautiful beach with picturesque giant rock in the ocean! The sunset was magical. Quaint beach town. We took a walk and happened upon the local free petting zoo that had camels, deer, and horses, etc. $100/hr for a guided horseback ride on the beach. Very peaceful and beautiful town!
Brook Ferguson — Google review
We arrived 15 mins early for our 10 am booking on a perfectly sunny Saturday morning. Soon after some others arrived for their 10 AM booking. There were 6 of us waiting for the company to show up with the horses... no one came... no one answered phone calls... just crickets. So me and my wife decided to leave after waiting 50 minutes! The rest of the grouped stayed even longer... waiting for nothing I found out later! Emailed for a refund.. so far no response....
Dallas Oostenbrink — Google review
Extremely friendly owner and employees! Went with a group of 6 and had an absolutely amazing time. No experience needed to experienced riders - they put you with the perfect horse to your needs. The views of the ocean and forest are just breath taking! Would most definitely do again. An experience of a lifetime. They also use your phone to take pictures for you on the ride! Make sure to bring extra cash to tip your guides because they definitely deserve it!
Chinook Winds Casino Resort is a beachfront property that features a hotel with an indoor pool and an adjacent 24-hour casino. It offers great views outside the casino and nearby eatery, which serves delicious food. The hotel also provides killer views, making it an ideal place to stay for tourists who want to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. Additionally, there is no smoking indoors, ensuring a clean and pleasant gambling experience for all visitors.
It was a rainy day when I visited on this day. I registered at the casino and got a five dollar promo card to play. With the 5 dollars, I made $60 not out of pocket. I had a free cup of lemonade. I had a meal with my husband too. The meal was $37 each. Nice food, cozy environment. We didn't sleep at the hotel.
Pauline Inem — Google review
Nick was great checking us in. My daughter, baby and I checked into a nice roomy King handicap room facing the parking lot. We were there to relax. We had a nice dinner at the restaurant and walk on the beach. Then at 2:13 am there were 2 men looking at cars in parking lot. A couple fighting in their room until 6am. Tried calling front desk 3 times, no security and the reservation person said to go up to their room and knock on the door. The people were screaming the "f" word and throwing stuff...no way was I going to put myself in danger. So no sleep that night. In the morning I told front desk. Seems it happened all the time because no one seemed really concerned. Still charged full price and not sure if anyone checked on that room. We were so excited to finally stay at the resort. I think we will stay down the street and drive to the casino and restaurant the next visit.
Valerie Kennedy — Google review
We had a great time even if we didn't win.
I haven't been here in a few years and decided we should come more. I like the feel of the casino. We ate at the buffet. It was pretty good. The salad bar needed help. Everything was pretty depleted. Service was good and the restaurant seemed clean.
Dij — Google review
I enjoy visiting Chinook winds, mostly because the location is perfect. I have however been pretty bummed out the last couple years that the Child Center & Arcade have been closed. I have hoped to be able to stop in and play while we are there, but my daughter is usually with us and not old enough to be in the casino (she is 6yrs). Will you ever be reopening these areas? Or will this be a permanent shut down??
Donna Raph — Google review
The most overpriced hotel room I’ve ver gotten. Don’t be duped…this is NOT a three star hotel. After a very long day of driving we decided to try our luck at the casino hotel based on the success of the other two we’d stayed at the past few days. With fees the room was $300. First, know that the hotel is not connected to the casino so you have to walk or take a shuttle, it closes between 4 and 8 a.m. and you have to use stairs to get to the rooms. Upon entering it was clear this used to be a smoking room though we’d booked a nonsmoking, there is no balcony to view the ocean, only get to peek at it through a very dirty window, there were stains on the carpet and the bathroom floor was dirty. Basic furniture with nicks and scratches. Dated fixtures and sink in the room. Thank goodness the beds were cleaned and comfortable but we rolled out early the next morning to get out of that depressing space. Given the lack of luck my travel partner had at the casino we should have stayed down the road in a cheaper nicer place. Don’t be duped…don’t stay here.
Barb Harris — Google review
Buffet should have been about $12.95 not $29. The main Prime Rib was absolutely the worst piece of meat I've ever tried to chew. Hard to believe they would try to sell that to anybody. The guy that was cutting the meat and spooning out the clam chowder soup was either simple-minded or a Jerk. I couldn't really tell. He skimmed the top of the giant container of soup to fill the bowl. There was no clams potatoes or anything just juice. The rest of the buffet was just OK. The best thing they had was the Indian fry bread tacos. Not really a taco but tasted like one. And to top it all off the deserts we're nothing to write home about. The caramel salted ice cream was about the only worth trying. Everybody was nice and knew what they were doing except for the guy slicing the meat and dishing out the the juice chowder. Just read a review about the prime rib from somebody that ate there that same night that said it was great. Don't believe that for a second.That was the worst piece of meat ever and I mean ever! Who paid that guy off to say that was great or even good??
don tims — Google review
Boy, this place was really crowded and so loud. We couldn't even talk to the guy next to us, that's her eye, because it was New Year's we expected it to have to be pretty crowded would have a great New York City party that they thrones with the DJ and the special room all free and compliments to the hotel. We didn't stay the night though. We're at a beach house. Are winnings were about equal. Came with a $100 left with a 60 .
dean -amorim — Google review
The walls are paper thin, the people next to us and above had tvs on all night (which I can hear like it's my TV) and have been awake off and on all night talking. They sound like they are in our room...The room is the size of a larger bathroom... Barely got sleep, the rooms are not even connected to the casino .. we are very disappointed with our stay. Unfortunately we won't be back. Beware if you are expecting a nice resort getaway, this is just not the case here.
Keira Mixer — Google review
I had visited before and recently stayed in the area to go to the casino for the weekend. I really like this casino. They've got great views outside the casino, their nearby eatery was delicious and had amazing views, and their nearby hotel also had killer views (I did not stay at their hotel).
Most important - no smoking indoors!
This made for a very clean and pleasant gambling experience. The employees seemed happy and were clean and friendly.
I didn't win, but I still had an enjoyable time and will definitely return in the future.
Robert Pfander — Google review
It was our first time coming here. We had dinner at the rogue River steakhouse. I will have to say that food was outstanding and reasonably priced. I got the pork porterhouse which is a big pork chop. It was delicious with a nice barbecue sauce, a nice mix of vegetables and a baked potato. I like that they give you fresh out of the oven bread with plenty of butter. Our server was Joy and she did a really nice job of taking care of us. We will definitely be back!
Christopher Mandeville — Google review
So disappointed with Chinook Winds! My Husband and I booked two rooms because this is where our son wanted to celebrate his 21st birthday with us and a couple of friends lest start out by saying I have not encountered 1 nice employee in this whole place except for the bartender at the casino and the young men working in laundry rooms! We never got housekeeping service and were told but the rude front desk girl that it’s not something they offer! The machines are incredibly tight! And the food in the food court is nasty! The only nice thing about this place is the view as can’t see the ocean from Montana!
Jessica Couch — Google review
I've never given a casino a 5 star rating, but this one is well deserved.
The rooms are a wow factor themselves where each room has an ocean view. Upon entering the windows were slightly open offering that clean fresh breeze yet the temp was comfortable and relaxing.
The staff gets even a better rating (if that's possible) from the hotel staff to security and even the entertainment venue staff was outstanding.
I hope someday I have an opportunity to come back.
This place has it figured out.
Jim Lee — Google review
Way too overpriced for what you get. $300 a night for a tiny room crammed into a small hallway with two other rooms connecting. Cigarette and marijuana smoke pouring into our room from the others connected. So loud you could hear every work from the other room. Phone did not work to call the shuttle to go to the casino or to anyone else to complain. Definitely will never stay here again. Booked out of convenience for a concert, but will stay elsewhere next time for half the price!
Very disappointed!!!!
Mindy Parker — Google review
Celebrating a friend's 21st birthday here was an okay experience; but Teri made it better! I wish we remembered to go to the employee referall box so she got proper credit. Genuinely adored her and how hard she works. On that note we tried to find an online version of employee ratings etc and found that the casino only offers meal benefits to day and swing time shifts but not graveyard like Teri. This information deeply upset me and my friend, so I hope maybe this can change and we can value people like Teri a little more.
Hidomi — Google review
We went to the Casino for dinner. We tried the Steak House but the wait was longer than we wanted. So we stopped at the buffet version of the Steak House, at first we were a little skeptical but the cashier told us what to expect and, wow was it good!! High-end items that were being replaced/refreshed often. Plates were cleared quickly, and our server was really sweet.
Jackie Kenzie — Google review
Come for 3 nights got a room in the older building on ground floor with a door to the ocean. Rooms were very clean and spacious, the beds were very comfortable. Has microwave and refrigerator. The only thing was the sink had very little space to put anything on. The tub was a little small and shower pressure was ok.
I would definitely recommend for anyone to stay, and I will be coming back. Just hearing and seeing the ocean was very relaxing
Debbie Nonte — Google review
Lovely place as far as casinos go. The atmosphere is nice, or would be if there didn't have to be security guards everywhere. They actually make me realize (along with the guards everywhere you go) that we no longer live in a "free" country. Just the illusion of one. Makes it hard to enjoy the otherwise relatively peaceful atmosphere of the place. Of course everything is expensive, but it's a casino in the coast, one would expect no less ..
Dawn Foster — Google review
Somewhere between 3 and 4. Rooms are pretty basic. Bed, bath, TV, small fridge and microwave. Beds are fairly comfortable. You are right on the water so it's nice when the tide is out. Great deal if you can get a mid-week special. Not sure if I'm expecting too much from a casino but it serves its function. It has my vote for sure.
Mario Coronado — Google review
Consistency, it's the name of the game for buffets. This one fails. No replacement tastes as the one it replaced. The jambalaya for example: chicken and shrimp is what it said it was. The first batch had no shrimp, which was fine with me. It was actually really good, so I went back for more. The second batch was super mushy from the rice being over cooked. This time, it was sausage, with no chicken. The spices tasted different and it was an entirely different color than the previous batch.
The cucumbers in the mixed greens for the salad tasted weird, but that's probably from sitting in the bin, mixed in with everything, rather than being in their own container.
The staff behind the line is not very engaging, and will continue to laugh and talk to each other while you stand there, so I didn't bother going back to try again on my other trips to the hot food side.
All in all, it was a very disappointing experience for the $50 I spent for the two of us. We probably won't be eating at the buffet again.
The only saving grace for them is the floor staff. They are VERY sweet and attentive. They are the ONLY reason I'm giving this 2 stars.
Jesse Gooden — Google review
My favorite casino in Oregon. The staff are friendly and helpful. Lots of variety with the slot machines (I didn't play table games). Machines are kept clean and the casino is non-smoking. I always have a good time, win or lose. The only downside is restaurant options within the casino are limited, but the food that is served is great and you get ocean views from the steakhouse. I've tried out other casinos within a few hours drive, and even if they are bigger or have more food options I just tend to have a better time at Chinook Winds.
Luna Snowe — Google review
First and last time. I brought my nephew here for his 21st to show him a good time. Steak lunch with a killer view, and at 11 am on Sunday, the 23rd I went into the Steak restaurant and asked the bartender if anyone was working as he was loading his lemon and lime bin. He was the rudest person I have ever met in a public place. When I asked if there was anyone working, after sitting there for 10 minutes, he said yeah there out there somewhere 🤔 I asked if they served breakfast, and he didn't even turn around and said No! I'm busy. SO CHINOOK WINDS CASINO!!!! We had a couple thousand dollars we planned on spending... WE LEFT AND WON'T BE BACK JUST BECAUSE OF THAT A-HOLE!!!
Nicole Lynch — Google review
We were very happy with our stay. We stayed in the junior suite and the room was beautiful and clean. The views from our balcony were breathtakingly stunning. Our room was reasonably priced as well. The staff was wonderful and polite. I love that the casino is smoke free. Thank you Chinook winds for the much needed rest and the fun at the casino and beach. We loved staying here.
Hilary Richardson — Google review
As a traveler, I found this place by the ocean and signed up for a players card. I'm not normally a gambler but I appreciate places like this which have a safe parking lot and open doors... a good place to go on a rainy day. Friendly staff, comfortable atmosphere for a casino. Definitely appreciate that they allow overnight parking which enabled me to support this business. Though, there definitely are some loud vehicles that drive around the parking lot throughout the night. It's also within short walking distance to the beach so you can take a break and relax watching the waves. These qualities makes me want to come back every time I'm in Lincoln City. Thanks Chinook Winds!
katie rudy — Google review
I went to see a comedy show and enjoyed it. I gave them a 3 star on service because management isn't using the venue effectively. I was there on a Saturday night to see this show, waited 10 minutes in line to get a drink before the show because there was no waitress or private bar in the venue/show room. Meanwhile. I could see a 2nd stocked bar across the room, but no one was working it. After waiting, I was only allowed to buy 2 single serving drinks.
Elissa Shaner — Google review
Don't bring the kids here. Arcade closed, pool closed. Winter time not great for beach walking. Rooms noisy. Paper thin walls. Beautiful view of the ocean. But will stay else where next time
Bruce — Google review
The establishment is a casino situated in Lincoln City, Oregon, with the unique distinction of being the only casino in the area to be located adjacent to the ocean. Complimentary fountain beverages, including soda and juice, are provided to guests. The casino features an upper level accessible by an escalator, and parking is available at no charge. While I have not had the opportunity to stay at the resort, I can attest to the exceptional amenities and convenient location of the casino.
Nando — Google review
I had to stand in line for 30 minutes to buy a drink. I think they only employ 2 bartenders. It's bad enough that you have to buy your own drinks when you gamble. You also need a map to find the restrooms. The only one I could find was inside the Bingo event center. I'll just go somewhere else next time.
Katie Speulda — Google review
It’s a nice casino and we’ve always enjoyed our visits. Decent affordable eats on the casino floor, try the clam chowder! We win sometimes and we have attended many shows and events. Many holidays here and the events are fun and free. I am writing to tell you all the employees are very kind and welcoming, from services to restaurants and bars. Shout out to Jon at casino bar who has been serving us for decades. Every employee should be mentioned here as customer service is exceptional. They have reduced some gaming benefits so I dropped one star but this is a great place to hang and have a little fun. Use the free shuttle on weekends.
Tim Taylor — Google review
I never stayed in the rooms, so I can't really rate it. We went and had dinner. I got the cod and fries while my girlfriend got the steak dip sandwich. The server was prompt with water glass, and our waitress came over and got us our drink order and meal order real quick. The food was great service exceptional. We were from out of state but definitely went back to if we visited the town again.
Larrie Mason — Google review
Wow wow wow the view from our back door was amazing made a couple new friends in the way of two seagulls very clean and up to date! Staff was very friendly and accommodating we will be back for vacation this year thank you!
Urban Natives — Google review
We arrived pretty late when we checked in. Our room was at the bottom floor with a beautiful window view of the ocean….that was about the only plus thing I can say about this place. The room smell like people were in there doing drugs and drinking all night. It had a bad smell along with cigarette smell! It didn’t feel safe. At 2,3,4,5 am, you can hear people walking around and at some point, they were shaking the door handle to our room! We checked out at 7am. We couldn’t even get any rest because we refused to lay on the bed. It was already after 2am, and it was not safe to sleep in our car in their parking lot. We tried, but a native man told us it would be a bad idea to sleep in our car, and that we were better off staying in the room. What a nightmare that was! I gave 4⭐️ for the location, which it was the beach. Other than that, I do not recommend this place to anyone.
This place had everything I am so passionate about, lots of cool rocks/fossils/taxidermy/art. Seeing CrankMaggot(Richard Difeo)'s original fusion art here really caught me by surprise and was so cool to see in person as a fan of his work. Examples of his work are the turkey headed snake, the boot with the jaws, the toad with opossum teeth, the alligator hand in the shell, etc. Between seeing one of my favorite artist's work in the wild and all the cool dinosaur/paleontology as well as cool taxidermy was definitely a highlight of my trip to the coast. There was a lot of affordable trinkets and authentic fossils to take home, the taxidermy is for sale as well and I highly recommend visiting such a unique shop.
Will — Google review
Be prepared to be overwhelmed with amazement! We paid for a bucket to pan and sift through and keep the goodies found inside with a panning setup they have assembled in the store. I'm only posting two photos because i'm not going to spoil your experience!
shoun Con — Google review
Nice clean place with lots of beautiful crystals, fossils, and some nice prehistoric animals in rock and insects, too. They have toys for kids 3 and up, science projects for kids 5-up. Even for big kids like me, they had everything. Hand-made jewelry, little samples of geo-rocks, etc.
Dina Renken — Google review
Talk about a great place to stop in at! Where do I start? For being a smaller shop, this place has so much stuff. And i mean that in a good way. You want a golden scarab? They got it! Megalodon teeth, fossilized dino-poop (for real!), uber rare minerals? Check, check, check. Super knowledge and friendly staff. Went way above and beyond what I expected. This is my new favorite place to go. They also have super old coins and war memorabilia. I cannot recommend this place enough!
Vinny Audi — Google review
So many cool finds in here. A MUST STOP when visiting Lincoln City. They have fossils, taxidermy, pinned bugs, crystals, lapidary, meteorites and other space stuff.
All kinds of Curiosities and Oddities to spark the imagination. A veritable museum of things you can buy.
Not recommended to bring little hands unless they are well heeled.
Travis Diskin — Google review
Wonderful company to deal with. Ordered a dino tooth online after not being able to get one while in Florida. Shipped out quickly but appeared to be lost in transit. Sent out a second. First one came about a week later. Let me keep both. Great communication and customer service all the way through. Thank you
Scott Petras — Google review
I really love dinosaurs and places that have stuff that have dinosaurs and bones and stuff in that nature. This place is really neat for that. Also it has a neat collection of other stuff like different animals, jar filled weird stuff, and things that have been mummified. They also have cool collections of minerals, rocks, and gems. The staff is really friendly too.
The only reason I give it four stars is because they just seem a little too pricey. Especially for like a stuffed animal for kids.
PhilandKala — Google review
We went to Prehistoric for the first time this weekend! We lived in Lincoln City for years and didn't spend a lot of time shopping, so this trip this the one store I couldn't wait to go to! I was NOT disappointed. The owners are so wonderful, friendly and knowledgeable! I'm obsessed with Dinosaurs and bones and was able to find this gorgeous Dino Bone carved Skull!! It is now my most favorite thing ever!!! We also did the sand buckets and had so much fun!!!
Hands down, my favorite store on the Coast and we will be going back!!!
shannon shepherd — Google review
Lots of cool stuff to wander around and look at. Kinda pricey, but they are very friendly and seem to welcome lookie loose 🤗👀👀.
Twistedhippie — Google review
Always enjoy going in this place! Very kid friendly! See neat things ever time!
Dustin Cowell — Google review
Such a cool store on the coast if you are into dinosaurs, fossils and gems! Definitely worth stopping and looking around. They do have hands on activities for the little kids just be careful with the toddlers as everything is super expensive
A C (PDXGúapo503) — Google review
This place is so cool. We've been coming here for years. My youngest still has a T-Rex we bought him 10 years ago.
Alisa Van Sickle — Google review
What a cool place! My kids love dinosaurs so we were excited to find this spot when we took a trip to Lincoln City. Greeted by an animatronic Dino at the front door, you know this is going to be a fun place to visit from the entrance. They have rocks and fossils aplenty. There are some really interesting specimens of different types of insects and reptiles too. You can even pan for gold in the side room. If you have kids or like fossils and rocks, this is definitely a must-visit shop.
Chris Cox — Google review
Very cool shop! Be aware though that the staff is not masked and they are not enforcing the statewide mask mandate. They store was full of unmasked customers so we unfortunately had to leave before buying anything.
Lincoln City Outlets is a sprawling shopping center that boasts a variety of popular brand stores and sweet treat shops. It's an ideal destination for families, with plenty to explore and enjoy. The mall offers something to appeal to everyone's tastes, including a charming play area for children. Overall, it provides an enjoyable shopping experience in a spacious outdoor environment.
Galaxy Game Room at Lincoln City is a great arcade for the whole family located across from Nike. They have all the newest games, pinballs, and claw machines filled with amazing plush and prizes.
Funtastic Arcade — Google review
Would've been 5 stars if I hadn't gone into galaxy gameroom! The owner (I assume) completely harassed me in front of my 3 year old child yelling at me not to touch his f**king machines and to have a nice f**king day all because I complained about his exorbitant prices on penny candy so I obliged and took my business elsewhere to the wonderful Lincoln city gifts locally owned and operated with fantastic items and the most honest, kind, and pleasant business owner I've ever had the pleasure meeting.
Anthony Dobson — Google review
There are some good shopping options here. Typical places like old navy and under armor, and a few local-type shops with some neat things. Parking is always an issue when I've been. Lots of she shops are dog friendly, which is amazing. It's an overall great center.
Kate McCarthy — Google review
The Lincoln City Outlet Center is home to a variety of great shops, offering a fantastic shopping experience. However, it's worth noting that during holiday weekends, it can get quite busy. As a result, the close parking areas tend to fill up quickly, and visitors may need to be prepared for a short walk to reach the shopping area. Despite the potential parking challenge, the center's wide selection of stores makes it a worthwhile destination for those seeking great deals and a diverse shopping experience.
Evan La Fleur — Google review
Nice outlet mall! It has lots of clothing stores which have great discounts. We usually go here often when in town, there usually isn't a lot of people. Nice place to walk around.
Fazer Geisha — Google review
Typical outlet stores with some unique shops. We loved the sushi rolls at Tokyroll, and appreciated the glutenfree options. Each roll was big enough for a good size lunch and cost about $10. Also a shout out to Toby's Treasures which had some interesting pieces for audiophiles. And Lincoln City gifts had some cool items also.
Alice — Google review
Great shopping plaza. I appreciate the variety of stores and how you can always find an item you need and or want. I'd stay clear of the arcade, as it's a rip-off. The grounds are well managed and trash is regularly taken care of. Bathrooms are a struggle but I believe that any public restroom can be.
Sampson Star — Google review
Went to Bath and Body Works for the Semi-annual sale. Greeted nice enough at the entrance, but the cashier was abruph and a bit off putting (she had straight blonde hair with nose piercing). She was NOT good at customer service! This is not my first visit since moving here in November, as I have had similar contact from this stores staff.
Carmen Heister — Google review
Expect to park in the secondary parking garage and know that it’s likely to be crowded on a weekend. Had a blast walking through the stores and could comfortably get to/from each under the large awnings, so rain or shine, you’re bound to have a good time 😜 a few places to eat lunch, but several “snacky” stores are also available. Enjoy the retail hunt!
Cassandra Stone — Google review
Get to walk outside while shopping in a mall. Some stores have very big sales/clearances.
Flat Stanley — Google review
Good for older kids / adults but not great for small kids. We thought we might get some school shopping out of the way early we have some elementary age kids. However the only two outlets there that really applied to them had very limited selection and not that great a deals despite many of the other stores having good sales.
So if you like coming here cuz you're a little bit older you know maybe teens and above then it's probably for you. But little kids not so much
Lane Roberts — Google review
Good selection of stores. Dog friendly as they supply bags for pet waste in some spots. Gilgamesh Brewing recently opened so there are more options to have a bite, besides Momiji's and Salt. Only complaint is, if you challenged by stairs or bringing a wagon, stroller or walker, be prepared to be exposed to rain and weather if you need to utilize the ramps to get around.
Rebecca “Becki” H — Google review
Great variety of shops. Between shopping and eating you'll find just about whatever you're looking for.
Michelle Potter — Google review
This is a very nice shopping area. Great place to take the family with tons to check out. A little something for everyone. There's even a nice little play area for the kids.
Chantell Rankin — Google review
Fun place to browse and spend an afternoon. I enjoyed the many different stores, from axe throwing to furniture. Lots of fun places to burn a few hours I the afternoon. The Boba tea place was a little disappointing though.
Crazy Cook Andy — Google review
I wrote a review about a Tesla charging nearby and I said this place has at least 20 plus stores. I would go here if you need some charge in a quick pinch. Otherwise, great place has great food and fun things to do with your kids and family. Would go here if you need to do something with your family or just something to kill time
ThatStandardGamer — Google review
The outlets were clean and well maintained. The assortment of stores was varied and there were a few places to stop and eat. There is a centrally located restroom with a customer help area. There isn't a lot of parking in the middle of all the stores, but there is a 2 story parking structure to the East that you can park in and walk over. Additionally, there is a Tesla charger on the south side of the building.
Kevin Rodal — Google review
If it rains, and it is a lot here, cone over the strip mall and find great prices and good foods...
Vlade Past — Google review
We went to flourish Boutique. I got some beautiful clothing and was expertly assisted. As I am getting older that assistance is more and more appreciated. I also had a necklace customized for length by the designer. Beautiful things in store and friendly people.
Sharalie Martin — Google review
We stay in Newport seasonally for work and frequent the outlets often! There are always great deals and friendly people. During our most recent trip, one of my girls lost their brand new stuffy caterpillar outside of one of the shops. We noticed within 5 minutes of losing it and went back outside to check for it- but someone decided it needed a new home apparently and took it with them. My oldest was devastated as she had picked it out for her little sister and thought it was super special.
We ultimately decided to go to customer service/admin offices to leave our names in case someone brought it in. The ladies in the office were SO sweet. They even gave my girls a new stuffy with the tags still on to soothe the hurt of their lost toy. We were so surprised at that generosity and kindness! They said they keep a stock of new stuffies just in case someone loses their special friend.
I just thought it was so sweet. And so were the candies they gave us as well. Stuffies and candies. Can’t go wrong there!
Rio Gilinsky — Google review
Lincoln City Outlets is a great place to get good prices on the central Oregon Coast. Many major brands have outlet stores there. Good parking and you can go to the beach when you're done shopping. It is a very dog friendly place. They are ready for the Christmas shopping rush.
Howard Goldman — Google review
I enjoy these outlets often more than I do the ones in Woodburn. I seem to find better clearance deals and a wider variety during sales. There's a lot of parking in the back, so don't get disappointed if the small lot in front is full.
Erin Holbrook-Kosgei — Google review
About like most outlet malls. Overpriced with no clothes for the tourist.
But the Rivian charger is top notch and the Ginger Roots shop is cool.
Amie Conant — Google review
Pretty awesome outlet mall. We were skeptical of the whole outlet mall schtick, but this mall was cozy and there were deals to be had (especially at the Columbia outlet). Easy in and out and lots of shopping.
CJ — Google review
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Lincoln City Glass Center is a remarkable art studio offering a diverse selection of glass art, ranging from decorative figurines and jewelry to plates and more. It's the ideal place to buy gifts for yourself or others. The studio provides an exciting create-your-own session that allows you to enjoy a hands-on experience while the glass blower guides you through each step. The entire process is informative and entertaining, providing great insight into glass blowing.
This was a supper fun experience! We were able to help make our item. Our glass person was very knowledgeable and helpful as we made our pice. We made a glob and really enjoyed the whole experience. Everyone was very helpful and accommodating. They also has protocol in place for the safety equipment so that they were clean!
Megan morton — Google review
It's a really cool experience came here and did some blast glowing with the family we each got to pick and make our own unique art piece. Really enjoyed the experience. Some of the teachers were better than others. If you can get Steve you'll have a great time for sure
Tim Williamson — Google review
We had an amazing experience learning the art of glass blowing! CHANDLER was awesome, great instructor with tons of info, let us be hands-on and create for ourselves! It was such a fun experience, I recommend the most timid to try... you won't be disappointed!
Kaitlin Tydeman — Google review
Took a blowing glass class and it was so worth it. I recommend everyone blowing their own instead of purchasing once from the showroom. And make amazing gifts if you can part with it. We are having troubles ever party with them they're so mesmerizing.
Dawn Lowe — Google review
Can't say enough about how amazing this place is. My 13yo son loved his experience with making a glass float with Daniel today. Daniel was incredibly informative and kind. All the other employees were also just as awesome. Along with the float my son made we also found some beautiful pendants to take home in their shop.
Brit Davis — Google review
This is a lovely glass shop with a working hot shop. Best of all, you can sign up to blow your own custom creation with the help of one of the staff. Slots fill up quickly, so book your class early in the week. Hot glass takes time to cool, so you pick up your creation the following day.
Karen Brutzman — Google review
My husband Charlie and l looked for glass floats for 3 days. But no luck. So my husband went and made his own. The lady would helped him was great and the gentlemen working with her was great as well. Its not cheap but it's a one of a kind. My husband made the med float and had them ship it to us in sc.
Renee Coffee — Google review
My wife wanted to make a float. The instructor was great! Very informative and seemed like he enjoyed his job. Was very kind and helped her make her float. It turned out beautiful!
john waddle — Google review
Great shop with a wide selection of glass art, from decorative figurines to jewelry to plates and more. Perfect for getting gifts for yourself or others.
I enjoyed a create-your-own session, which was a lot of fun. It was hands-on and very informative. The glass blower did most of the work, but I still got to be hands-on for most of the steps. And then I came away with a beautiful piece to take home! Definitely recommend the experience!
Just come ready to splurge.
Ashley — Google review
My wife made a paperweight and I made a small glass float. The price was reasonable, the glass blowers were helpful and friendly. We both had a good time and were very happy with the items we created. Note, that you will have to pick up your completed items the following day or they will ship the items to you. Look forward to doing this again the next time we are here.
glen burton — Google review
I always wanted to stop by
a glass studio and was
amazed by the large selection
of beautiful pieces on display.
It was nice to find a large
variety of floats in different
sizes and colors with a glass
base.
The other pieces included
paperweights, hearts, and
votives in different colors
and designs.
The studio offers a hands-on
experience to make your
own glass design with one
of the professional glassblowers.
Located in a brick building
near Taft Park on HWY 101
and SW 48th Street in
Lincoln City.
It's a great place to find glass
pieces such as floats and
hearts in a wide variety of
designs and prices.
You can make your own
glass designs that is a fun
activity for adults and
children.
Ed Lee — Google review
This is a very cool place to show kids how glass is turned into art. People were friendly and welcoming. The showroom is really cool. Will not post photos of the work. You just have to go and see it.
gobbles78 (Decatur Staleys) — Google review
This was so fun! I wandered in and they had an opening so I made a float. It was really fun and they helped make sure I didn't screw anything up. I learned a lot about the process and also the artists were giving tips on how to get started and learn more. Everyone was super nice there. The show room was really wonderful, some of the pieces were stunning.
Mike Billau — Google review
The folks here were super nice, very engaging and knowledgeable. But the prices are pretty high and you kind of have to wonder how much of it actually goes to the artists that make the pieces vs how much is retail markup. I do appreciate, though, that they have some smaller/cheaper pieces so there's kind of something for everyone.
Mike S. — Google review
We had so much fun with our glass blowing experience. We chose the medium float, and it turned out great. The staff was amazing and made our time there wonderful. The only complaint I have is the young lady at the gallery checkout counter. She was quite rude and felt the need to be utterly contrarian/rude toward anything we said and was downright unpleasant. If there's a reason we won't return, it's her.
Matt James — Google review
Had a wonderful time making a bowl with Bo! He was very knowledgeable and obviously likes what he does. My bowl turned out beautifully.
Dave Williams — Google review
Chandler was awesome and I was very happy with the experience and the glass jellyfish I got to take home. You can choose what you would like to make, pick your colors and then pick up the next day (they have to sleep overnight in the kiln). A friend suggested these great lighted stands and now my son and I have jellyfish night lights in our room! Would 100% recommend and plan to go back and take my other son and his girlfriend next!
Mindy Schmidt — Google review
We have been here several times now. So much fun, the staff is amazing. My 7 yo son loves going here. The glass instructors are great and very helpful. Highly recommended.
Adam Goldsborough — Google review
Such a super nice place ! They give glass blowing classes but you have to reserve a time and day to be shown how the glass blowing process is !! It’s Amazing!! Everyone in the shop is super friendly and attentive! If we would have been staying longer I sure would have loved to have taken a class !! 👍
Aircraft collection in a World War II blimp hangar, one of the world's largest wooden buildings.
I'd been to the museum many years ago. I'd heard it had gone downhill. But found it not to be. Enjoyed the dioramas. Found the battle ship my dad was on USS Pennsylvania. My 8 yr old grandson loved the hands on exhibits
Cynthia Crowley — Google review
The museum itself has a lot of nice features - you can walk through the fuselage of an old TWA plane, there's a really nice Holocaust memorial, and there are flight simulator machines on display along with old fire engines and the like. The large hangar gives you a feel for how large the blimps that were previously stored in there are. But the museum also needs a little help and upgrades - the roof leaked somewhat and the lighting was a little dim. I would definitely recommend a visit however.
Wendy Meyer — Google review
We had a good time visiting this museum. The person we bought our admission from was great. She was very helpful and informative. The museum does have some unique aircraft, but is fairly small compared to other air museums. They have an expansive WW2 exhibit with handmade models donated to the museum by a local person. They also had a Mini-Guppy out front open to tour. The bottom line is we had fun, and would absolutely visit again.
Matt Storm — Google review
Great experience at the Tillamook Air Museum. A large hangar with a multitude of planes and aircraft. We have been to a few air museums but none have been as enjoyable as this one. What made it fun was so many aircraft that our child can climb into and sit in. Very interactive experience. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Afterwards our kid was able to take a bi-plane ride over Tillamook. What a wonderful ending to a perfect day. Highly recommend.
Kristi Goldman — Google review
Wasn't planning on stopping in but was glad my son and I had time. The building, an old naval blimp hanger, is huge. Had to explain, but just awe inspiringly huge. would have like to have seen more displays and have had more time. They had some neat displays. Good shop. Will need to spend more time next time
Jason Reis — Google review
Such a great little peek into the history of aviation and WWII. They had one of the best WWII Navel histories I have ever seen. Place has something for everyone. There is a nice collection of antique fire engines, tractors and planes. The price was surprisingly inexpensive as well. Definitely worth the time and money.
Steven Albin — Google review
I thought this was really a neat museum. They had so much to see and so much thought has gone into the exhibits!
Right now, Top Gun Maverick is huge at the box office and it was so awesome to see an actual F-14 that was used in the first movie!
Definitely well worth your time to visit!! The building itself is gigantic and it's amazing to think of it housing the blimps in its prime!
Kristi Larson — Google review
Was a random road side attraction stop for me today. This WWII blimp hanger is huge. I swear it has its on weather/atmosphere inside it.
Was awesome to see such iconic aircraft, but moreover the training/simulator/aids that they have on display that you can actually touch and interact with
The models and displays that chronicles WWII was a neat surprise. A lot of hard work and talent went into make it them.
Worth the stop.
Duke D. — Google review
Not a lot of planes but it was set up nicely. It wasn’t expensive about $10. What was nice was you were able to go into the planes. They had the history of each plane. I would say stop and check it out.
Houston & Carolynn — Google review
Nestled along the stunning coastline of Oregon, the Tillamook Air Museum is a hidden gem that aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike must not miss. While the museum boasts an impressive collection of vintage aircraft and artifacts, it's the breathtaking scale model exhibit that truly takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through aviation history.
The scale model exhibit at Tillamook Air Museum is nothing short of awe-inspiring. As you step into the exhibit hall, you're immediately greeted by an expansive panorama of meticulously crafted miniature aircraft and detailed dioramas that recreate iconic moments in aviation history. The attention to detail is astonishing; every aircraft, every building, and every landscape element is rendered with an astounding level of accuracy and precision.
Van Wilder — Google review
My boyfriend and I had a blast here! At first we were apprehensive but quickly got into it and had a good time. The building is so cool to see in person on the inside. Pictures couldn’t do it justice. Definitely worth a trip or a stop on the way, for all ages!
Janelle Kiewert — Google review
Some wonderful aircraft and displays. The World War II recreation model displays are amazing. It is a pleasure to help preserve these pieces of history. Even the hanger is one of the architectural wonders of the world.
Brian Randleas — Google review
This used to be a hangar that was functional during WWII. It used to house blimps that would patrol the PNW coastal area, monitoring the entire belt. It is now a museum which are of great interest to plane, train and car enthusiasts. Also has the old architecture of the hangar with fuel supply lines which is cool to see. The area nearby is quiet and scenic too!
Gagan N Kangovi — Google review
A wonderful museum, the atmosphere/ feel is great and they have plenty of interactive options for children as well as good info for those hoping to learn some about our past in aviation.
I would have loved to see this one in its heyday. It was awesome walking in the doors to a gentleman who either was or was doing a great job of acting as a military vet in perfect attire for the place. I would also love to see this museum get enough exhibits to use the whole hanger (not that there wasn't enough for me and the kids), it would just be that much more impressive. I would also like to see them supported enough to get some repairs and close up some of the leaks on the hanger so they can focus on the nicer/well kept exhibits without extra effort.
David — Google review
This is a good museum. You can see a lot of fighter planes F14 tomcat, transporters, prop planes, 1970s TWA cut out, simulators, lots of aircraft engines. There is a big blimp. There are also trucks, fire engines, tractors. Good place for kids. The inside is cavernous, I was amazed to see such a huge hanger. It was used for the blimps. There is a mini guppy at the front, you can go inside, unfortunately it is slowly rusting away being exposed to the Oregon winter rain, they could take it inside, there is enough space. It is a majestic building to see to really appreciate the enormity of the building. If you go towards 3 pm then ticket price is $5. 1 h may be less but can see most of the exhibits. Guppy is outside and they waited after 4pm for us to finish the tour. We liked the place.
P Nayak — Google review
I love this place. My grandfather served here and my mom was born on this base. So many great exhibits. I just wish there was more history about the base and the people who served. It seems like there is little info to gleen about it. Even from the navy.
Still worth the stop to see the building and all the planes they have collected.
Shawn hensley — Google review
Price point seems fair if you are into the planes or history of world war II. There's some good exhibits that you can really take in information. Lots to learn if you take the time to stick with everything and not just rush through it. The small plane portion of it is pretty cool.
Avery Schlatter — Google review
First visit here was 7 years ago. We were on a vacation from Virginia, visiting family in the area. The size and scope of the hanger can only be appreciated by walking inside. The history of it all will be felt as soon as you do. Now that we live here it's still one of our most favorite places. A "must" kind of experience for all ages!
Dymone — Google review
Displays developed over years by dedicated volunteers in a rare blimp hangar. This immense wooden structure is awe inspiring and can easily be seen from the highway. There are cockpits to clamber into, a helium room, (no you can't inhale helium in the helium room! but it is pretty cool to learn how the gas was reclaimed to float WWII blimps). There are some sobering displays about the perils of flight for one local pilot and the Holocaust. Flight enthusiasts have assembled a collection of small planes and experimental aircraft that visitors can view up close. Don't miss the room with uniforms and personal memorabilia from women and men who served America during WWII.
If you've never been inside a guppy you can do that, too. It's a freebie to the north end of the hangar. Tickets are required to enter the hangar space but the gift shop and cute weekend diner are open to the public. The ticket prices are modest and they do support the great work this volunteer organization puts together for all of us to enjoy.
Did I mention? There's also a train locomotive inside.
Jeanelle H — Google review
Truly an unforgettable experience. A piece of history that should be remembered for eternity.
There was a beautifully touching holocaust tribute, many stories of soldiers lost, and the story of a fire in the belly of a grieving nation, on its way to WW2.
Billie Robertson — Google review
Cool place (literally too). Bring a hoodie or jacket if you're going when it's not warm.
I enjoy airplane Museums, & this was my first time visiting this one. The hangar alone is fascinating. I think it was built in 1943, but I could be wrong. It's a massive wooden structure, & when I walked up, I could hear tin flapping on the roof. Once you're inside, there are puddles here & there from the leaking roof, but it just gives a lot of character. It smells like metal, fuel, & old wood inside.
There's a mini-guppy parked outside of the hangar, in which you can go inside (after you get your tickets).
The bathrooms were clean. There's a small nostalgic diner, but it was closed when we went.
There were lots of cockpits you could check out. I admittedly got in a few.
There are a couple of rooms with historical hand-painted miniatures & models.
There's a tented area full of small planes, vehicles & interesting things like a gyrocopter.
There are no aliens here. Just a silly photo-shopped imaged.
Anna Pennington — Google review
Haunting and awesome. The building alone is worth the visit. This museum is worth the visit and boasts a decent collection of airplanes and other exhibits.
Bustling campground with creekside tent sites, yurts & beach access via a short trail.
The yurt is a cool experience. It's kind of like camping,but,you have beds and shelter.
There's electricity inside and a heater. There's a firepit outside to cook on,and have a fire in it,after dinner. It rained while we were there, so we were glad we weren't in a tent. It's really spacious inside.
Debra Fraza — Google review
Great spot off the 101! I love the easy beach access and the nature trail, plus the staff at the visitor’s center are helpful and there are beach wheelchairs available for rent, which is pretty awesome.
Karly Bryant — Google review
Was the best way to spend the weekend first part was sunny and beautiful Sunday night pouring rain windy as heck cut some crab had a crab dinner couldn't ask for a better weekend of relaxing and enjoying myself. Two thumbs up for a spontaneous weekend road trip.
Nicholas Rider — Google review
Beverly Beach State Park is definitely one of many gems on the Oregon coast. The park itself is well kept and has many park hosts dotted throughout the campgrounds to assist where they can. Beverly Beach State Park is a very large campground with many amenities. There is an amphitheater where during the summer months the state parks put on programs in the evening hours. Camping in Beverly Beach State Park is a majestic experience. You can feel your soul with the sounds of the ocean being steps away from the beach while being immersed and camping in an old growth forest. Truly a magnificent place.
Chris — Google review
We love this beach! After taking our family to a bunch of different spots along the coast, we found this one many years ago and it has become our go-to!
I plan most beach photo sessions with my clients here because I love it and there's not usually a million people! The beach is long so you can take long walks and it's relatively accessible since they made some improvements with the ramp to get down there.
There are bathrooms close by and spot to wash sand off. There is a picnic area by the parking lot if you don't want to eat on the beach because it can get pretty windy. Walking under the bridge is pretty neat too!
J & Six Photography (J & Six Photography) — Google review
I used to come here for a week every summer growing up, from about 1997-2011/12. We would always stay in our grandparents motorhome. I have sooo many great childhood memories from this park. I have no clue how many hundreds of miles I put on my bike here but I used to just ride for hours. One thing I always wanted but never got to do was stay in a yurt. I finally decided to do it for my birthday this year and it was great. Plenty of space, super clean, and stayed warm with a space heater. The bathrooms were clean and showers were hot. We also had some issues with the battery in my car deciding that it didn't want to take a charge anymore or jump off my buddy's car. We were able to borrow a jump box from the park to get my car going. I'll stop rambling now but yeah, this place is amazing.
Nick Van Winkle — Google review
Great campground for a great price ($23). Beach access to a beautiful beach (photo attached). Staff was very helpful. Treated firewood and ice is sold there, and there’s a supermarket that’s a walkable distance up the hill from the entrance.
Jaden Kell — Google review
Fantastic place to play in the ocean. We road our e-bikes for miles and miles on the beach and sea kayaked in the amazing waves!
Ang Fullerton-Fraser — Google review
Such a wonderful campground. Clean, well laid out, and easy access to the beach.
It’s a very large campground with mixed rv and tent sites. Plenty of room to maneuver a large rv. Very dog friendly so there were A LOT of dogs in the park and on the beach.
Our site C04 and it was clean and brush was cut back. We were right in the entrance so lots of traffic but it was nice and private. Walk to the beach was only a few minutes.
Staff were plentiful, friendly and helpful.
We would go back again anytime!
Lorrie Kalmbach-Ehlers — Google review
Wonderful location to beach access. Stayed in Yurt A12 in loop A. Large campground. Appeared that many sites had room for larger vehicles/campers/rvs. Some roads through the back half of the campground are in a bit of disrepair. Also worth noting… A loop is situated in very close proximity to Highway 101 and you will hear traffic noise day and night. Also very popular due to its location and view of the ocean. If you are looking for a more “secluded” site I would suggest taking something in the D loop and beyond. Nice walking trails through the park. Some sites back up to the river. Restroom and shower facilities available to campers. Overall a great place to spend the day or night. Facilities and shelters show appropriate signs of just how much use this campground gets.
Dani Lesh — Google review
Beverly Beach State Park is an easy access point beach with a fairly large parkinglot and camp ground right on the "other side" of the 101. Walk under the bridge and you'll be right on the beach. They had accessibility ramps out too into the beach which was amazing, and the location was beautiful. There's lots of fossils and cool shapes etc in the rocks so definitely keep your eyes peeled if you want to stay high and away from the water, or make your way down and walk the waters edge. We found a few cool fossils and a neat little shell. This beach does get really busy so be forwarned that if you are wanting quiet time to either keep walking, or go out early and drink your coffee while walking the beach! The waters surprisingly warm here as well. Very enjoyable (more popular) beach!
Jessica S — Google review
This is Kelly’s Brighton Marina a great spot for Dungeness crab, mussels, clams and seafood. We came up from San Diego, enjoyed our crab and clams for dinner, while sitting near the bonfire on the deck. We parked the RV near the dock on Nehalem bay and plugged in for the night. We got up the next day and did it again for lunch.
Paul Bille — Google review
This review is focused on beach access from the day use area at Beverly Beach. The access is quite good, with a bit of looking required to find an access point from the paved trail to the beach. There is some driftwood to go through before finding open Beach area. During this trip, some of the clam burgers (fossils) could be found. There are clean restrooms available and a nice picnic area with several tables. There is plenty of parking as well. The highway does go past the day use area, resulting in some road noise.
Dave Riddle — Google review
Absolutely love this park! So close to so many things to do! The ability to walk to the beach is the best! Clean, spacious bathrooms and showers nicely spaced camp spots. Our second time here and we will definitely be back!
Jonette Schmidt — Google review
Plenty of space to go north or south… even
When it’s busy it doesn’t feel crowded. The waves are fun and then there is a creek to explore also. It’s a definite favorite for our family.
South Beach State Park is a beautiful, family-friendly state park with clean bathrooms and spacious campgrounds. The park also has great amenities like a playground area and bike rentals. Nearby town, South Beach State Park is popular for its proximity to the center and excellent amenities.
We rented a yurt for spring break and a great family experience. Hosts were nice and everyone was friendly and happy. My son loved walking down to the beach and playing in the sand.
Rama Mohr — Google review
One of the best state parks we’ve ever stayed at! Walk to the beach, nice nature trails and playgrounds for the kiddos! Nice private showers and clean bathrooms. All the personnel is super friendly and helpful! Firewood and ice available on site!
Jonette Schmidt — Google review
So I came here for the first time a couple of weeks ago and I was pleasantly surprised at the cleanliness of the park and the easy access to the beach. There were only a couple of things that I would suggest improving. 1. The fire pits need cleaning. There was a foot of compacted ash in the fire rings. With a fixed grate on top it made it had to get a good fire going. 2. There was no hot water for the showers. However a sign said parts were ordered. 3. There is no grey or black water disposal. You have to drive 20 min away for that making it a hassle. 4. Firewood is $7 a bundle. Just up the road a few min you can get 3 bundles for $12.
They do allow dogs on a leash but some people brought a ridiculous amount. There were also some aggressive dogs I wish had not been there.
The nights were quiet (we had one neighbor make a huge racket one night at 2am that woke everyone up) and the skies were clear and bright. We saw shooting stars, some passing satellites and the rings on Jupiter with some magnification. Saw lots of constellations and some beautiful sunsets.
Mr. Fixit — Google review
Stayed 1 night in H11 8/21. NO fires allowed. A couple things. This campground is HUGE and popular. Something like 200 tent and RV sites? On the cusp between Newport and the jetty, it's a nice stop-off if you're traveling 101. We came Saturday on a whim after a night at Tillicum to find a spot. As big as this campground is, during the summer it's usually full. Praise the Lord we got in on a cancellation (wing and a prayer)! It was super-nice in that respect, but a few pain points for those looking for a restful and relaxing stay. First, don't expect peace and quiet. Lots of kids playing, babies crying, dogs barking, and the fog horn on the jetty (you might not hear it...we could) sounds every 5 seconds, 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. Those may not bug you, but the sea lions in the harbor at Newport make a racket constantly all hours of the night and morning. If none of those bother you, then maybe the proximity of your neighbors will since the sites are so close together. There's little tree cover so not much shade, and privacy? Non-existent unless you hide away in your RV. However, the camp is meticulously maintained (owned by OR Parks and Rec), showers and bathrooms were clean and stocked. RV dump site and recycling on site. There's lots to do here. Newport is almost walking distance. Beach access? You can walk about 3/4 mile over a mostly paved path then 1/5 mile over somewhat-steep sandy dunes, or choose 1/4 mile walk of the same variety, or use the day-use area which is lots easier for access. Overall, it's hard for me to give it more than 3 stars, but we still had fun.
Nick Bruns — Google review
Large state park with several camping loops and yurts. Plenty of asphalt roads and paths to ride bikes, scooters, skateboards etc. Reminder that Oregon State law requires minors to wear helmets when riding around. A short walk away is nice clean beach with plenty of space to relax and spread out to play beach games. On Sunday there was a nice Hawaiian church service being held at the day use area and fellowship afterwards on the beach. Not sure this is every Sunday or one-time thing. Newport is nearby in case you forget anything or eat out etc. I would recommend staying here.
Aaron Aardal — Google review
Wonderful campground, well maintained and very clean! Extensive walking trails with great views and close to town if you need anything. Also we had decent cell service.
Amanda Decker — Google review
Great location, park rangers, volunteers, and lots of wheelchair accessible yurts. The only fly in the ointment were the bathrooms which were a bit dated, and they often were dirty in the mornings. But overall, it’s a great location, lots of trails, access to the jetty, the aquarium, etc..
Allen Wickham — Google review
We had a great time yurt camping here. Bathrooms are clean with flush toilets, soap and running water. They have showers. Yurts are cozy and fun. Staff was friendly and helpful, great trails and beach, close to Newport and Yaquina Bay attractions
Lucera Love — Google review
Had a great time. Stayed in a pet friendly yurt. Great trails around the camp and good beach access. We will be back!
Tina Fitzjohn — Google review
+ Well maintained park & trails to beach access. Facilities are mostly clean and well-stocked. Large campground. Good for summer.
- Some sites are difficult to back into because of how they're angled and many sites flood in heavy rains. Ranger station is only open 4-6pm (sometimes) so you will be harrassed if they need you for anything; we've even had a knock on the door twice!
PARK RULES are not enforced during winter season: our Oct stay a large group of teenagers were allowed to walk through people's sites and drop f-bombs at the park which is only for under 12s.
S R — Google review
Yurts were very comfortable, clean. Dog friendly was a huge plus! Close proximity to the restroom, nice parking pad, picnic table on deck also nice. Had water sticker with running water along with a fire ring at the yurt, was super convenient and cozy.
K. M. — Google review
Great atmosphere. Tight spaces for getting into the RV spot but plenty of room to spread out once you are in. The speed bumps are hard on our low motorhome steps. Overall, beautiful and family friendly.
AMANDA Barlow — Google review
This was a great experience. It was a quick walk to the beach and the park rangers were very friendly. Restrooms were nice didn't have to pay for showers. It was another short walk. The campground was clean, there was little to none trash and spaces were big. The water pumps and sink drains were right by the campsites wich was nice. It's a nice place to hop and swim around, lots of cool places close to the campsite! I hope I will get to hop back next year!
Frog N Friends — Google review
Can’t say enough nice things about this campground! Even though the sites are tight and neighbors are close, it was quiet and felt very safe with lots of employees around. This park is nicely located for much sightseeing-seeing, but also has a very nice plank trail to a viewpoint near the beach with beach access and a trail out to the jetty. We stayed a week with water and electric hook-ups (dump station is single lane and very busy…only negative in our camping there). We would go back!
Lory & Karlea — Google review
This was one of our stop along our Oregon roadtrip this past summer. We didnt camp here. we passed thru and stay a few hrs to walk the beach. This is one of favorite things to do, walk the beach and look for shells. It was clean and well taken care of, from what I could tell. The restrooms and campsite did look clean.
Cant wait to visit again, Oregon is a gem! None of the beaches where crowded on our week long journey.
Danielle P — Google review
Stayed in one of their Yurts, we were greeted with a great view and had a lovely time camping in something very much more weatherized than a tent.
They hit my big three: Friendly hosts, electricity, and clean bathrooms.
Fantastic spot for a weekend getaway or planned group retreat!
It's very nice being only moments away from the beach as well, will definitely be returning!
Sunny Wilson — Google review
An absolutely luxurious place to camp! The asphalt is freshly paved, there’s spigots to fill water everywhere, and even hot showers in the restrooms. Imagine a day out on the cold windy beach and you’ve got sand in your ears, and then a nice warm shower? Seriously this is better than camping, it’s somewhere between Super 8 motel and camping. So like I said, very luxurious for a campground!! To top it off, there are a lot of things to do here: long walk on the beach, cold refreshing swim, and trails trails trails to walk and hike on paved and on sand and through a beautiful forest. Thank you Oregon for the privilege of experiencing such a fine outdoor experience and clean, quiet campground.
Richard Lewan — Google review
My wife and I enjoy the paved walking trail and the off path trails through the park. There are a couple of forks in the paved path that will take you out to the beach. The area is well kept and clean. It is dog friendly and the parking area has restrooms. Kid friendly for sure.
Danny Middleton — Google review
Nice sheltered campground with lots of trails, clean bathrooms and showers. You have trees, trails, beach, surf and playgrounds.
Nard Claar — Google review
Came here for a round of disc golf and ended up staying for two nights. The accommodation is convenient with tons to do - beach walking, foraging, and more. While I usually opt for dispersed camping in more private locations, this state park was crowded but quiet. Excellent place to recoup and enjoy Newport’s natural beauty.
Alex Barone — Google review
Busy place in the summer but overall it’s a great family spot.
We camped in A loop and since there is only one way in and out there was a lot of foot and car traffic.
The spaces are spacious for the most part.
They have disc golf and many other activities as well as rentals to enjoy them if you forgot to bring a disc or even horse shoes.
Bathrooms are clean and plenty of fields for kids to run and trees for them to climb.
In the A loop there is a path to the beach that’s very easy to access. There is also a bike path and it’s all very clean and easy to access. The beach is compact for the most part and there were several people riding it with their bikes. The beach is a long walk ending in a jetty to the bay if you want to watch boats go through now and then.
The only reason it’s not 5 stars is simply because the beach is a tad boring (in the fact that there isn’t anything but sand) but for most people that’s perfect but for us we like rocks and ride pools to explore. But if you have kids it’s absolutely perfect, they could run for miles.
The other reason for only 4 stars is because it’s crowded with people and screaming kids having a good time. If you aren’t drinking or have a ton of screaming kids yourself it can be a bit much. Not as relaxing as some of the smaller camp grounds near by.
They cater to families and fun and we are old farts that want to explore and sleep and play cards and relax and all the screaming at 8 am sometimes can be a bit much.
Tip: the back of the park can be a little less traffic and up against the outside of the loops they are more private. The app for state parks shows you pictures of the spaces and that helps a lot.
cindy harrison — Google review
Amazing campground. Quiet in the winter. Spacious. Clean. No trash. Friendly. Much to explore.
Ken Saylor — Google review
This campground is awesome. We stayed here for 5 days and had a wonderful time. We chose to stay in a yurt and that was alot of fun. There is alot of hiking trails and access to the beach. The yurt we had was pet friendly and our 2 dogs loved it. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be staying here again.
Yes, go chasing waterfalls. This 319 foot one after rainy days is spectacular. Doing it amongst the changing season and carpet of fall leaves was even more magical.
Ell Banks — Google review
Nice short hike. Beautiful creek and falls. Little bit of dirt road drive to get to parking area of trail.
Kelly Gregory — Google review
We are in the area visiting, from Easter Oregon. Just a day around Lincoln City. Drove by and saw the signs so we went up to the trail. Such an easy hike and absolutely beautiful! So worth it!
BethanyJean — Google review
Wow ! Beautiful Munson Falls,
in Winter . Drive in had lots of potholes,
take it easy..
Spacious parking lot . 🅿️
Keep your valuables with you !!!
Walk in approx 1/2 mi , a little rough , esp. when it’s raining.
But then, there are the beautiful Falls , so worth walking in to view.
Last saw these falls in summer and they were nothing like today.
A trickle in summer and raging in winter
Marie A — Google review
Would take off a star because signage could be improved (we drove past trail head turn), but don't want to discredit an amazing place. Plenty of parking room, easy trail, railings and stairs where necessary. Fantastic stop.
Robert Schreier — Google review
Coming from CA, this is a pretty and short hike with small creeks here and there, nice photo spots, and the main event, the waterfall at the end. We did this hike on the spur of the moment and finished within 2 hours with ample time to relax and do some photos.
Derick Phan — Google review
Super easy drive and really easy hike. It was a fast stop on the way to other plans.
Clorissa McNeil — Google review
Ok this review is from someone who lives in the area not someone who has travelled far to visit. Love the short hike next to the creek for going with kids. The waterfall in winter is pretty good!! It’s can be hit or miss in the summer.
Marly Littlefield (Youroregoncoastrealtor) — Google review
Ok. The falls are nice and the delicious woods make me want to stay forever, but my beef is that this is a state park. Much of the road is dirt and gravel. Ok cool, this is the woods, but after your car is subjected to underbelly scrapes and plumes of dust, you start thinking..."is this the right way?" And after a couple more miles of this, you think "this is NOT the right way". Google Maps actually took me up a worse road and I thought I would get stuck. Signage practically doesn't exist, low riders risk getting stuck and quite frankly, this teeny tiny sad trail isn't worth it. The walk, not a hike, is about 1/8 mile, and you can't get close to the falls unless you disobey park barriers. Don't do this please, it's so wrong for the ecosystem they are trying to preserve. However, more could be done if this is to be considered a "park". I wouldn't call it that.
It's pretty, but dude, not worth it in the grand scheme of things.
Rachael — Google review
An excellent stop to witness nature's blessing and a very tall waterfall. The whole area is majestic in nature and it seems like a place out of the movie avatar. The trees are the best and most beautiful I've ever seen. If you are in the area or driving through, make sure and make a stop to witness this place. It is such an amazing place including the waterfall.
Peter Assad — Google review
Very short hike with VERY big views. I'd highly recommend to anyone make this quick walk.
Brandon Musgrove — Google review
Even though we could not walk all the way to the waterfall, it was worth the short walk. The trail is narrow but easy to follow and not difficult out to steep.
You can easily see the waterfall from the trail before you get close. I highly recommend making noise along the way as we found several large dens just off the path. You wouldn’t want to spook any of the wildlife!
Becky Curchy — Google review
Beautiful easy hike for all ages and activity level. The upper trail to the falls is closed, but you get a great view of the 300 foot drop from the platform
Marshall Bain — Google review
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I'll never travel to McMinnville without this trip planner again
My entire family had an amazing day. Kids loved the lookout tower, education material, and the hike to some small falls was easy and beautiful in the fall! Will return for sure.
Kelly O'Connell — Google review
An interesting place to visit. Information available about the natural and cultural history and the prehistory of the forest. Interactive exhibits. Various gifts and books available for sale inside. Clean well maintained restrooms. Free maps of areas of the forest. Staff were attentive and friendly. Free entry but they suggest a donation of $5 per person. Plenty of free paved parking. There is a bus stop. Trails are available but the lot is locked up over night. The signs said they close the lot and bridge at 4:00 pm. No cell reception.
John Pelonio — Google review
This is a great place with lots of forest history facts lots of pictures and artifacts from back in the day. The trails and exhibits are well done, and the fire tower is approximately 50 Ft tall and set up like it would be for fire watchers. If you like Oregon forest history then this should very worth your visit..
Shane Thomas — Google review
This is a great place to bring out of towners for a day trip from the Portland area. Scenic drive, easy to find, ample parking and handicap access. Great views of the river and forest. You MUST go see the short movie in the theater on the Forest fires in the area's history. Well worth your time. There is even bus sercice all the way out here! Take a walk along the river trail. In October keep an eye out for spawning salmon. Stop in at Out Aza Blue restaurant on the way back and save room for their fresh baklava they sell near the cash register. Should be a good day! Fyi there is no food here, just a few vending machines on the deck connected to the suspension bridge. Decent little gift shop.
Mike Lafferty — Google review
Amazing staff. 20 years ago I helped make a couple replica parts for the donkey engine outside. I had shipped them from Omaha and that was the last I had seen them. Well they are still there and in good condition. They staff chatted with me for a good 30 minutes before closing for the day. They have a great giftshop. next time hope to walk/hike the area. Huge thank you to the staff
Jason Reis — Google review
An excellent place to learn about Oregon forestry, and Tillamook in general. Love stopping by on the way to the coast. A nice gift shop, a cool bridge out back, and tons of learning material!!! What an awesome place! Lots of parking, wheelchair accessible, and very kid friendly!
Josh Ludahl — Google review
It's a fun and relaxing place to stop on your way through the forest!
Kieran P — Google review
The forest center is pretty nice, and there are some great views right outside of it that are worth exploring while you're here. And don't forget to climb up the fire lookout!
Collin Semb — Google review
This is a beautiful place to learn more about the Tillamook Forest and the history of this area. Unfortunately it is only open for limited hours. The museum is free with a suggested $5 donation. Most of it is handicapped accessible, except for the lookout tower. There is a footbridge across the Wilson river here and limited access to the river.
Technobarbarian — Google review
Nice, quiet, educational. I liked the reserved manner of the overall presentation in the Center. You can learn a lot, it’s quite engaging too. Steam donkey is impressive!
I wish I had more time to explore the trails around the center.
Highly recommended to visit
Дамир Бикмухаметов — Google review
We drove all the way out here, Google said it was open, it was not. Parked aways down the way and walked in the back way. We were able to access the bridge and the trail to it, but that was it. I would call before you make the drive out. Disappointed.
Teresa Gildersleeve — Google review
We had no plans of stopping here originally but after a road detour stopped to honestly ask directions. SO glad we did. The ladies at the front (so disappointed I didn’t take their names) were extremely helpful. They gave us the traffic update of the road closure, food and sightseeing recommendations in the area. The center itself was so fascinating with so much to do - my kids loved the interactive displays, had a blast stretching their legs on the paths, and learned about the Tillamook fire at the center short film. I’m so happy that we took the detour because it has definitely been one of the highlight happy adventures of our trip so far. Highly recommend a stop!
Courtney Aragon — Google review
The Tillamook Forest Center opened a few weeks ago after 3 years of closure. We’ve passed this way many times an didn’t think to stop by then we did! The appointment was Divine on the Sabbath. Beautiful and peaceful scenery. Educational exhibits inside. We watched the 1933 documentary of the Tillamook Burn and how the forest was regrown from the Lifegiver. $5 per adult suggested donation, cash only. Must visit!
AMG — Google review
While on our way to the coast we decided to pull in and check out The Tillamook Forest Center.. Wow.. we are pleasantly surprised to find how beautiful the immediate area surrounding the center is... the parking area has a lookout tower which captures your attention, an informative area where you can learn more about the area and as you make your way to the back there's a nice little bridge that takes you across a creek.. though our visit was fairly quick due to we had many things to see in our day with a very limited amount of time .. we couldn't help but feel like we missed out on a few more amazing experience and things that place had to offer.. we plan on making a second visit and exploring it more.. And like always please go by the leave no trace policy and leave it better than you found it!!
Spirit Mountain Casino offers both table games and slot machines, as well as hotel rooms and RV spots for guests. Visitors can choose from several restaurants and enjoy regular live entertainment. The layout of the casino is beautifully designed, with a smoke-free environment that allows for easy walking around. A gift shop is available with great items at reasonable prices. The overall experience at Spirit Mountain Casino is wonderful, with friendly staff enforcing safety measures such as masks and frequent cleaning of machines and restrooms.
After almost 2 yrs we were able to come back! Since then they have remodeled their rooms. They look amazing. We had a double queen room and then a king bed room after we decided to stay an extra night. I did NOT get a pic of the rooms though. Their rooms are clean and spacious. Customer service was great throughout the whole place. Even though the Buffet still remains closed they do have other dining options. We had our Thanksgiving dinner at the Summit View. A bit pricey but deliciously worth it. We had breakfast from the Sports Bar. Had the regular breakfast that consisted of pancakes, eggs, bacon, and biscuits and gravy. All was good. Prices here were great. From the Deli we had a salad, cheeseburger and hot dog. Quick meal and affordable. They also have the Sipps Cafe. It opens early which is great! Has a variety of options for coffee, lattes, smoothies and ice cream. Decent prices. Their gift shop is a bit pricey but always has great stuff. Gaming options are great. They have a lot of new slot machines and a few of the older ones which I enjoy! Good pay outs. Location is great. You are between Salem and Lincoln City. Will definitely be back!
Greasy — Google review
I stayed a night in the lodge with my girlfriend. The lobby to the lodge very warm and comfortable. Especially with the huge fireplace. Our king size room with a tub was excellent.
I found the free soda fountain next to the gambling area convenient and there was food choices aplenty, in case we got hungry. We ate at Amore with reservations and it was fantastic. Great service, food, wine selection, and atmosphere there.
I also got lucky and won a few bets, including a straight-up bet at the roulette table. Overall, we had a super fun time. We definitely will be returning and racking up those Coyote reward points in the near future.
Brendan Callahan — Google review
I love it here! We really enjoyed our stay after a long drive. The room was very nice and clean. Good size and you can comfortably move around without any issues. The bed was also spacious and so comfortable.
The food in the restaurant where we had dinner was amazing! I would give their restaurant and food 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You would love Spirit Mountain Casino and Hotel.
Roxanne Wright — Google review
Beautifully created layout for a casino
The food was REALLY great, smoke free, friendly, and REALLY fun to walk around in. Check out the gift shop. Great items and prices. Relax and Enjoy ☕🎲🎰
Bonnie Dyas — Google review
I highly recommend Spirit Mountain Casino in Grand Ronde, Oregon for your next convention, group event or weekend getaway.
The events department is amazing to work with, especially Tanya and Donna! I can not tell you how helpful, knowledgeable and awesome these two ladies were to work with. The whole events staff was friendly and helpful, it’s a great group.
The lodge facilities are modern and lovely. My room was beautiful and had a tv, coffee maker, fridge, iron and board, hairdryer and the best lighting in the bathroom. Plenty of plug-ins and USB ports.
The casino itself is beautiful, the flooring is vibrant and facilities are clean. There are many places to eat and enjoy, including a sports book, buffet, Mexican food, Chinese food, bar and coffee shop.
I don’t think you can go wrong staying at Spirit Mountain Casino!
Natalie CardozaClark — Google review
My wife and I went for a concert last night. We got there early and ate dinner at one of the many places inside. The service was great and the food was delicious. A little pricey for the area but that was expected.
The concert venue is small, 1,600 to 2,000 seats, but the sound quality is excellent! Security is very visible, which is a good thing in today’s world. They were all professional and friendly and all the interactions that I saw were handled well.
We will definitely come back for a longer stay.
Harlan Brock — Google review
Good casino, good food, watch out for security they are always watching you. Don't have any for sale signs in your car windows or they will kick you off of the property. Do not sleep inside or outside any casinos. We can't have that now! There are no clocks inside or outside the casino so bring a watch or phone. Gamble high or low, they both work, but if you have the money gamble as high as you can. Maybe you will will the GRAND Prize for only 50 cents. I know....HAVE FUN, LIFES TOO SHORT
Bob M — Google review
Spirit Mountain Casino at Grand Ronde, OR is an adult entertainment destination about 60 miles outside of Portland proper. In addition to the casino, there is a hotel on property which is conveniently connected to the casino.
The hotel rooms are nicely appointed with contemporary decor. The halls are well lit with clean carpets.
The casino is filled with both slot machines, mostly video-style and an assortment of table games such as Pai Gow, Blackjack, and Craps to name a few. The casino is clean, well lit and completely non-smoking. There is a designated smoking casino, which is enclosed. The Casino provides unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, alcohol can be purchased through a waitress or at the bar.
Located near the hotel, Spirit Mountain is home to a concert hall that hosts various concerts of all genres throughout the year. Although there is no bar inside the concert hall, multiple mobile bars with limit menus are stationed immediately outside the auditorium in the reception hall.
Spirit Mountain has a handful of eateries to choose from. In addition to the sports bar located near the main casino entrance, there is a pizza/concession area hosted by 10 Barrel, Chinese food, Mexican food, and Italian restaurant. There's also a small food court and snack shop. Spirit Mountain used to be known for its amazing buffet, but in this post COVID world, the buffet is no longer offered. There are special events such as the Seafood Feast buffet that is offered periodically throughout the year.
Makashi — Google review
What a wonderful experience! Great food, lovely room, friendly and attentive staff, frequent cleaning of machines and restrooms, enforcing masks and no smoking! Fabulous, simply fabulous!
Cheryl B. — Google review
We hadn't visited Spirit Mt. Casino in a half dozen years. We found it completely remodeled. It feature several places to eat and even had electronic directories to find our favorite slots. They also offer free camping for a few nights which was perfect for us.
Rick Brown — Google review
I went and ate a great burger, so delicious! Then I played games for 4 hours. Every game I was wanting to play, I played. It was so fun I didn't mind that I went home with only half of what I took. It was a great time with a great high school friend. Can't wait to go back. I had the swiss mushroom burger with a side salad and spinach artichoke parmesan dip with chips for an appetizer. Yum!!!
Teresa Hartman — Google review
This year was a Camping trip for Pow-wow weekend August 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th it was great camping here heading back home 🏡lodge was last year's event it was very exciting 😀
Carol Edwards — Google review
Spent 2 nights just to enjoy and relax with family. The rooms are nice and clean. The bell person was so nice as every time we walked by him he always had something nice to say and input about the casino.
Had a good time yet did not win but the food was good. Our server was not as nice as the last time I was there bit the food was still good.
Took some time and travel to Tillamook to enjoy the day.
Go and try it yourself and share if you agree.with me or not.
The one thing I was sad about is no swimming pool 😕.
No One — Google review
This suit was nicer than some of the sweet we’ve stayed in in Las Vegas. It was an amazing price. Great service. Will be coming back often. I really hope they put back the roulette video machines.
Andrew Hill — Google review
Love this casino. Bathrooms are always super clean. Staff and security are friendly.
Food is great all around.
I tried the Chinese restaurant inside for the first time recently. super affordable. and the vibe inside is so relaxing.
Melinda Robles — Google review
It's not Las Vegas, and that's a good thing. I didn't know what to expect, but what I found was a pleasant surprise, Is there such a thing as quiet excitement? This place has beautiful appointments ,ample games for all, the sweet music of machines paying out rang out constantly, the staff warm, helpful and friendly the players made for an enjoyable evening, win lose or draw, if you come to spirit mountain count yourself among the winners..
Ken White4444 — Google review
A nice Casino with everything you could want to play. We broke even so im going to consider that a win. Free soft drinks. Decent food. Clean building with friendly staff.
Max Wood — Google review
Surprised that you can actually breathe in there, not filled with cigarette smoke. It had been years since I last visited, nice atmosphere. They have a separate closed off smoking area. When you walk by it you can definitely smell the smoke but it's mostly away from everything else.
We ate at Happy Dragon, food was just ok, fruit fly in one of our water glasses. A few of us got sick later that night. Won't be going back to that restaurant. Casino was enjoyable!
Michelle Barnhart — Google review
its alright.. if they had better promotions. i only come here out of convenience and its not that convenient. and the $5 once a week freeplay (some months they do $10) that you can only use monday through friday (and not on a holiday) is almost insulting. it may be worth the drive then if it were more or they had more promotions like mini games once per day to get free play or something at the kiosks. but id honestly rather drive just a little further to chinook to get the better promotions plus theres the beach too! 🥰 or even just drive to ilani in the first place.
Deziray Brink — Google review
Probably the tightest machines I've ever played! If you can't win off 100$ then what kind of fun is that? Literally the wife and I were in and out in less then 30 minutes! They don't offer much free play and not a whole lot of giveaways either!
Raul Ulloa — Google review
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27100 SW Salmon River Hwy, Grand Ronde, OR 97347, USA
Large lake with picnic areas & extensive hiking trails, plus in-season fishing for trout & bass.
This hike was a great way to spend the late afternoon early evening hrs. Would definitely do it again BUT I think I'm going to wait until it dries up a bit.
Dawn Presler — Google review
Hagg Fishing Report updated 2/24/2024
I went sat 2/24, everyone was getting skunked, except one guy said he caught one trout and it was the biggest he ever caught in the morning.
Sat feb 17 2024:
I caught a very large trout and nothing the rest of the day . it was caught midday. another guy caught a 5 pound bass.
Sat feb 10 water was really muddy, no bites but fish jumping all around.
whocarescamera j — Google review
Cold foggy start to a day of fishing. The boat ramp area is kept very clean, there's a restroom, and most of the people who frequent this area are friendly and polite.
Ginger Johnson — Google review
Been going for years, some areas are to packed and never see people catch fish even though it's supposed to be stocked. Just dead ones wash up from time to time. Its best for hiking and picnics.
ninjatears — Google review
Overall had tuns of fun. The water was nice and cold. I Heard of all the story's of the deaths after I visited but I do plan on visiting again
irvG gotti — Google review
Love this lake! Great for boating, hiking and fishing. There are Hiking trails all around the lake and also clean recreational areas with lots of picnic tables and restrooms. All around the lake you can find cute coves to sit and enjoy yourself. The fee to get in is $7.00. There is plenty of parking space all around.The only downside is that there is no cellular service.
Talia Winner — Google review
You’ve got to work to find a spot off of the cut and easy to access the water, but once you do it’s a fun experience. I’m bummed to find fishing line and trash in most places, we always clean it up and take it out with us. They should have trash cans at all of the turnouts!
Kate — Google review
Love this place. Easy parking. There are plenty of places to see. I would suggest getting a map from the park office to see where the best spots are. The clerk at the office is very nice and helpful hence one of many reasons for my 5 star. They have people who are picking up trash during the day, so this place is quite clean. BBQ grills are more into the park, and the areas are clean and have great views. Being centronila candles for the neighborhood bugs. 2 large will suffice. Easy drive around the lake. It's definitely a place I would go again and again.
Antonio Nelson — Google review
A clean place on a much less crowded days to be on a serene lake with mountain backdrop!
A P — Google review
A beautiful setting. Great for hiking, fishing and boating. Life jackets provided for swimmers in the summer and I see this is very beneficial.
Too many people believe that the shoreline is a gradual slope. Getting deeper gradually but that's not the case. In many cases there is a huge drop off 8 to 15 ft drop right off the shoreline.
That being said, respect any body of water and you will be just fine.
Trout fishing is amazing.
Jim Riley — Google review
It is a great lake to fish and swim. There are 2 boat ramps available to launch the boat. Water is low this time of year though.
Christine Gazcon — Google review
The weather was perfect. Hagg Lake provided a beautiful backdrop during our first fishing experience for this season. We caught no fish, but what a relaxing day it was!
Just Me — Google review
After reading the clockwise/anti-clockwise debate, I opted for anti-clockwise MTB ride. Felt it was a good decision. The trail was dry - hardened mud - and there was no over growth. The entire trail is like a Tabata workout - up/down the entire way. There are about four flat sections. I didn’t see anyone else on the trail until the end, so it was not crowded at all. But I can see how it might be so on weekends. Only downside was the 100s of cobwebs which was more annoying than anything. Lots of roots but nothing egregious. Decent trail and would recommend it. Not sure it’s a regular for me… but glad I tried it. Worth the $7.
Dirk Reckerman — Google review
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Tree to Tree Adventure Park
Adventure sports center
Tours
Multiple aerial obstacle courses, a 1,200-foot zip line & facilitated team-building activities.
Came here for my birthday, had an amazing time! Our guides were the best. Exhilarating and fun, easy if you're in decent physical condition. I have a back injury but I felt fine afterwards. Worth every penny.
Amanda Lafollette — Google review
We did the aerial ropes course, zipline tour and mini adventures. The ropes course was a good challenge for everyone regardless of skill or comfort level. We had someone who was very afraid of heights in our group and they were able to have fun time and work through their fears at a level that they could handle. Zip lines are just fun to fly through the trees on. Actually much less challenging than the ropes course. The mini adventures were fun to fill some time with. Of the mini adventures the 65' platform drop was the best one for thrills. The people were wonderful and made our time safe, fun and comfortable. Highly recommend going here!
Peter Seaders — Google review
Kids love coming here! We've been a few times and really enjoy seeing how increasingly confident and adventurous everyone is each trip. Tables for snacks/lunch are convenient and useful. Wish they would lend out the wifi password so I could check in with work (zero reception for quite a few miles), but understandable. Can't wait for our next visit!
H Kerr — Google review
Went on the zipline tour for Father's day with the family. The location is beautiful, staff are friendly, gear is clean, and the ziplines are a lot of fun.
Our tour guides we engaging and kept us informed. It was my wife's first time and she was definitely nervous. The guides were patient and helped her feel comfortable, which resulted in her having a great time!
We'll be back to go on the obstacle course.
Tyler Boruff — Google review
We arrived surrounded by beautiful trees. Lots of places to park. Picnic tables under the shade to sit and eat if you brought food. They also had food and drinks too. Even ice-cream! T-shirts and hoodies available for purchase which ofcourse we did. Gotta spread the word. The guides were knowledgeable, kind, fun and eager to help. They made our first trip an amazing experience and a bond that made it even more so. My son's first time so high in the sky. He shrieked with joy as he zipped down his first line on the tour. We did all the aerial obstacle courses multiple time and loved it! Hands down...., "it was worth a memory that will be always cherished." We can't wait to come back!
CynthiaC Harmon — Google review
My kids had so much fun, ages 3-7. Monkey grove and the zip lip in the little adventure village were a big hit!! The staff were great, super helpful and nice!!
We will definitely come again!
Beth Lyon — Google review
What a fun day! I came here with my 16 year old son and was a bit worried it would be too childish for him, but it was not. The course was diverse and so fun. The guides were great and help each step of the way. Highly recommend!
Reanna Ricks — Google review
What an amazing time. We will definitely be going back. Our guides were absolutely the best they made. You feel comfortable safe explained everything to you the whole entire time. I would recommend this place to anyone I know.
Dina Smyth — Google review
Summary is this place is excellent, if you're looking for a great day out then this is it.
I have been to the Tree to Tree adventure park on two occasions, once as a work 'teambuilder' and more recently with my family and kids and both times I have had great experiences.
The park is tremendous fun, well maintained and expertly staffed. There is a keen focus on safety throughout the orientation and donning of harnesses. All of the equipment is modern and in good condition and worked flawlessly for us, including the clever lobster claw mechanism to maintain a permanent attachment to the safety network while in the trees.
My kids pushed on through the learner course, and through the intermediate courses which had me puckering at times. I found my limit on the advanced course, where you are so high in the trees the distances between obstacles depends on the swaying of the trees. The very challenging 'voodoo triangle' finally got me, you need to visit to know just how hard that it is, its a proper test no matter how tough you think you are.
I visited on a scorching August day, but found being in the trees offered refuge, also while resting there is full cover at the picnic tables too. The shop offers a good choice of drinks and snacks, ice creams and even some cool Tree to Tree merchandise and its all priced very reasonably.
I found the park provided an excellent experience, with friendly and professional staff and ample challenge for the kids and adults. Highly recommended.
Steven Matthews — Google review
This was a lot of fun and a great learning experience for us. Myself (41 years) my son (14 years) and daughter (13years) did the arial obstacle course and we definitely tested our fear limits. We made it all the way to the red course on our first trip out. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. We will be back for the zip line tour.
Katt Bredeson — Google review
I booked this adventure for my sons tenth birthday. Let me just say WORTH EVERY PENNY. The grounds spotless, the staff incredible the courses will keep you busy for hours and my son and his friends rated it a 10 BILLION on a scale of 1-10. Definitely our new fav spot. If you’re looking for a fun safe and challenging adventure, look no further than tree to tree. It’s a memory maker! Thanks guys we had an epic time.
Brit Knowland — Google review
My granddaughter and I had a blast for her birthday treat! She's 14 and usually shy about pictures, but she wanted me to take them. She also wants to bring a group of her friends next time m🤗
Robin Peterson — Google review
Great experience for all ages. I feel old when i play, but it is really bring me excitement feeling. Definitely recommend to everyone. Thank you Tree to Tree team.
phuc nguyen — Google review
Not for the faint of heart. 5 levels. Made it to 3 lol its definitely fun and worth it. Wear breathable comfy clothes and good tennis shoes! Bring snacks and drinks not much for sale there. Parking was easy and not over crowded. Spent a good 3-4 hrs there!
Nestled in the heart of the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Elk Cove Vineyards is a stunning winery offering a picturesque tasting room surrounded by rolling hills adorned with pinot noir and chardonnay vines. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure an enjoyable experience, providing excellent service and delicious wine flights. Visitors can also indulge in a cheese and charcuterie board while taking in the breathtaking views of the grape clusters.
What an awesome winery!
Shane assisted me with my reservation & he was great; he was super friendly & knowledgable & truly a delight to chat with.
The winery is beautiful & the tasting room is comfortable & the tables have lovely views of the vineyard.
We tried the Bubbly Tasting, Standard Tasting, Reserve Tasting & Provisional Board & were delighted with everything.
The Pinot Noirs were incredible & we purchased a bottle of the Roosevelt.
The staff were friendly, very welcoming & knowledgable, the hospitality was incredible & the staff made us feel like they were really happy to have us there:)
Our server, Cole, was fantastic!
He kept us on schedule as he knew we were visiting another winery.
He provided lots of interesting info & facts about the winery & served us at the perfect pace.
The other staff were great too, they were more than happy to help with directions & recommendations.
Our visit was on a rainy day in the middle of Winter & the winery was still beautiful.
The vibe is relaxed & friendly with great wines.
They are also dog friendly (patio) & the staff were very sweet with my pup.
I would highly recommend this winery.
Do yourself a favor & visit this little gem, you’ll be glad you did:)
Keep up the great work Elk Cove!
Ruthie — Google review
We had a great tasting with Shane. He was very attentive and knowledgeable. The vineyard views, music and atmosphere were also perfect. The wines of course were very high quality at this iconic estate, and we liked that they offered different varietals than just pinot. A top notch winery and tasting. Thank you, Shane!
T K — Google review
Beautiful winery! Great views. The staff is amazing, going above and beyond to make a very enjoyable experience! I had the sparkling flight, and it was all delicious! Shane was a great host. The woman we met from Houston there (we are from Houston) took a lot of time to chat with us and give us recommendations for Portland, which were much appreciated! My husband enjoyed the wine and bought a couple bottles to ship. Would come back!
Alexandra Rice — Google review
A superb vineyard located in the heart of the Yamhill-Cartlon AVA. Appointments highly recommended. A picturesque tasting room located amidst rolling hills covered in pinot noir and chardonnay wines. Flights are five wines, all of which are excellent. They offer a cheese and charcuterie board as well, which is worth the price. Service is excellent, and the wines are fantastic, especially the single vineyard pinots.
Christopher Walker — Google review
Beautiful winery. We enjoyed a great wine tasting on their patio, offering a nice view on the land.
Max Charp — Google review
We went to Elk Grove yesterday and had a fantastic time. The grounds are beautiful. Chloe was extremely informative, and answered all of our questions! She is so knowledgeable and was so kind to our group of 4. The wines were spectacular, and each of us ended up buying three bottles (free tasting with 3 bottle purchase). An overall great experience!
Alexandra Alberti — Google review
Our first vineyard visit in Willamette Valley. It was a beautiful day and the outside tasting area was the perfect balance of comfort and quaint. The wines were very good (bought some to ship home) and the staff were very nice. They are in a beautiful area and the views were gorgeous. I would definitely recommend a trip to this family-owned winery.
Christina Murphy — Google review
Elk Cove is a fantastic vineyard, great Pinot and great Whites. I love being a member to build up my wine supply and hear about all the events. The Vineyard is absolutely one of the most beautiful to visit, great views and the wine tasting room is lovely. Now its going to be even better after the remodel. Can't wait to see and taste what next year is to bring!
NM T — Google review
This is an absolute must between cannon. Beach and Portland. This gorgeous Winery tasting room sits on top of a hill overlooking sweeping views of various grape clusters. Our host was incredibly generous and made us feel very welcome. You can even walk among the grapes for the perfect insta worthy photo. It was very impressive and well laid out. 100% don't skip this.
Sam Li — Google review
Highly recommend checking this place out. Beautiful grounds including two outdoor patios that are open on the weekends (one open during the week) and an indoor tasting area. Love that they are an estate winery so every wine you taste is grown by them.
One downside was that our table on the patio was right next to the pick up spot for the wine club members so there were about 10 cars or so that pulled up (most left running) next to us while we were at our tasting, which the car noise and exhaust was just not the vibe we had expected (felt like we were sitting IN the parking lot) so that detracted slightly from the experience.
The provisions platter (aka charcuterie board) was amazing. Came with three substantial portions of cheese, three meats, many accompaniments and they even offered gluten free crackers! Was not expecting that but was so grateful.
The weather got a little warm during our tasting and our server mentioned that the red wines weren't best served outdoors in the heat, which made us feel like we may not have been getting the optimal experience, however all the wines were exceptional and I definitely recommend checking it out.
Michelle C — Google review
Wonderful wine and our tasting guiding was incredibly informative however we at one point we wanted to get a glass to end with and they came up and just gave us our check and said no more wine was for sale. It was slightly past 5 so I understand that but we were never told there was last call as our guide hadn’t checked on us in at least 30 minutes prior. I do not recommend and our driver even told us she has heard the service here was not that great too and this is what we experienced.
Chris Keenan — Google review
Can’t recommend this place enough! I am in the valley as a harvest intern and have visited many great spots. But the special thing about Elk Cove was the ambiance and certainly the staff. WOW THE STAFF. My tasting host’s name was Anne (she works Saturday’s!), and she gave me the most educational, fun, and personal experience. Thank you, Anne:) Of course, the wines are delectable. Two really stood out for me. The Blanc de Blanc (champenoise method) was delectable. And the Pinot Blanc is the best kept secret of that area (tropical notes!). Book in advance and enjoy their huge estate!
Namaste Winery is a must-do when you’re heading through Salem. We enjoyed the laid back atmosphere, stunning views and a well curated tasting experience. From start to finish we thoroughly appreciated the entire experience - from the the customer service, to the wine (we bought 3 bottles!) and ambiance, Namaste Winery lives up to all the reviews! Thank you again for a wonderful afternoon! We’ll be back.
Kristen Rohder — Google review
Beautiful and serene setting with some beautiful views of the vineyards and wine country. Get yourself a full-bodied red or the amazing white blends and sit back and enjoy life. One would almost feel like in France or Italy. Dave is very helpful and friendly.
Sins Of Wanderlust — Google review
Their newly redone old building a great for summer or winter. The views all seasons are good, outside space is great in the summer and fireplace brings a lot of warmth to the place. This could be a good place to have a family or company dinner. The wine selection is good too.
SMB Amity — Google review
This was our best wine tasting stop during our time in Oregon. As we drove to the vineyard/winery, we were questioning our decision. About 2.5 miles of unpaved road, with not much around it. And, upon seeing the place, it didn't look all that impressive. We were pleasantly surprised as we entered the remodeled barn which now serves as the tasting room. The craftsmanship is unmatched. We enjoyed a tasting, and some glasses of wine on the deck. Nice views ... and very quiet and peaceful. Namaste has, probably, the best white wines we've enjoyed. Even though we were flying out the next day and didn't have much room in our suitcases, we ended up purchasing some wine to take home. We made it work ... because the wine was that good. Our hostess for the wine tasting was the owner (her and her husband) and she was knowledgeable and pleasant. The charcuterie board we had was also fantastic ... excellent cheeses in particular. All five of us would agree that this was our best stop of the vacation for us!
M. VanLaan — Google review
We had a great time here. Out of the 3 vineyards we visited this was by far our favorite. Delicious wines and Big Red was hilarious. Will definitely be returning and bringing more friends! I don’t write many reviews, but this one was worth taking the time.
Amy Lough — Google review
Loved the vineyard, enjoyed the drive and the owner was awesome! The wine tho is why I am here. It is absolutely amazing, my wife and I went and tasted their wine and enjoyed the whole experience. The flavor of Dave’s wine is smooth and enjoyable. We enjoyed ourselves so much and loved the taste that we signed up for his membership wine subscription. Can’t wait for our December shipment! 10/10 would recommend!
Corey Coe — Google review
We had a wonderful time, Big Red was a great host! We can't wait to come back in the summer
Erika Yahn — Google review
Such a great time today at Namaste. Great bold reds. And a wonderful talk with our host!
Had a wonderful time sipping and wine-chatting with Alaina and her young beau.... both are so knowledgeable! Can't wait to try some of the local favorites they shared with us!
Andrew Wilson — Google review
This was our first stop in our vineyard hopping. The tasting room is in a cute little town so if you have time, spend some time walking around the town. The tasting room itself is nicely done and very cozy but keep in mind that this is a tasting room in a town so it's not a vineyard. Their pinot noir itself is very good and you can't go wrong with it, just go in with the understanding that this is more of a shop and does not have an outdoor/vineyard location.
Anish Shah — Google review
First visit to McMinnville and loved browsing the shops on third street. We wanted to taste local white wines and stopped here to taste their Riesling... DELICIOUS! Excellent service in a very comfortable tasting area.
Chris Thomsen — Google review
Don’t usually post reviews but had such a poor experience I wanted to mention it here.
Wife and I arrived at 5:00. We had been given free wine flight vouchers that we had been saving for our Anniversary. Walked in and started talking to the hostess about cribbage, because we brought a board with us.
After finishing the cribbage conversation we let them know we were there for the flights. Another employee comes up and in a rude manner points to her watch saying it is too late to use the vouchers being a few minutes past 5:00.
The reason we were there was to use the vouchers, so we naturally decided to leave and will not be going back. Very poor experience here.
Henry Inglesby — Google review
My son and I were in town visiting the Evergreen Air and Space Museum and we found downtown McMinnville. When we arrived, it felt like we walked into our friend's house. Everyone at the bar was wonderful. Jeff took great care of us...explaining the wines and the history of the Winery. We are by no means wine experts. We just wanted to enjoy a great bottle and relax. Jeff made that happen. The atmosphere and live music rounded the perfection of this hour we spent there. Great place. Looking forward to coming back!
Brad S — Google review
We had a reservation on Sunday, and although we were some of the first ones through the door right at 12, the reception was warm and welcoming and the staff were happy to open the doors to us.
This was our first stop that day and we were pleased with the wines and the service from Alaina!
She was able to share a couple of low inventory wines which were extraordinary. We purchased a couple of bottles and cannot wait to visit their new tasting room.
Thanks again, Alaina, for teaching me to pronounce Tualatin! :)
Jason Smith — Google review
We had the most enjoyable time at Willamette Valley Vineyards McMinnville. Sam was our server and she was so lovely and knowledgeable. The wine we tasted were just perfect. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience.
Jenny Agidius — Google review
The wines were great, the tasting room was beautiful and comfortable, and Jeff was very knowledgeable about the wines, winery, and regions! When we told him about our trip he wrote down several places he recommended visiting!
Victoria Carson — Google review
Monique was so amazing! Super knowledgeable and quick to refill our glasses. Absolutely love this place will be coming back for sure!
Cristian Ceja — Google review
Great spot. The best part was Niki! She spent so much time educating us and talking through the wine. She really made us seem like the only people there, even though it was busy. She was equally as awesome with everyone else too. She was fantastic! Thanks Niki
- Newly engaged couple from Colorado
Liza Browne — Google review
My sister, mom, dad, daughter and I recently visited and we were assisted by Niki! Niki was an absolute pleasure to spend time with and was incredibly knowledgeable about the wines and area. We had an enjoyable time visiting with Niki, she was so warm and personable. We felt as though she was part of the family at the end of the tasting. I highly recommend a visit to this tasting room and be sure to ask for Niki!
Randa Keeley — Google review
We visited the tasting room on Friday evening for their live music event. Jason took my reservation and seated us exactly where I requested. We had a nice chat with him at the bar when we arrived, trying to decide on which varietal to enjoy. We settled for a beautiful bottle of Chardonnay and spent the next hour+ enjoying the wine and music from our cozy corner. A really enjoyable way to spend the early evening!
Shelley Thomas — Google review
Fantastic wine and Sam our server was super knowledgeable and so friendly. Relaxing atmosphere.
Candi Garrett — Google review
I'd highly recommend going during their happy hour, which is $5 pours for whites and $8 for reds.
Any tasting fees are waived if you buy 2 bottles or get a membership. You can also get 10% off 6 bottles and 15% off cases.
There's also open jam music night every Thursday at 6pm - 8pm.
Marc Thayer — Google review
I was a little disappointed in the downtown tasting room of Williamette Valley Vineyards. The tastings are very limited and the staff wasn't very helpful. I still enjoy their wines but it's worth the drive to the vineyard.
Melody Broten — Google review
Brought my grandma here for her first wine tasting experience ever last month and we had so much fun! Our tasting room associate, Tyler was very patient, helpful and knowledgable about all of the wine. He made us feel right at home and we cannot wait to return!
Raegan Barr — Google review
This is one of friendliest tasting rooms on 3rd street. Willamette Valley Vineyards not only has a wide variety or wine to suit anyone's pallet, but the staff there always makes my visits enjoyable. You can tell Sam knows the brand and always welcomes me with a smile and pleasant conversation. I'd recommend this stop if you are visiting downtown McMinnville.
Jesse Howard — Google review
Great wine tasting flights.
Free live music on Fridays.
Staff is very knowledgeable about the wines.
Great location to relax & enjoy the best wines.
Aurora Clabaugh — Google review
Niki and Jeff are the best! My group and I are first timers in Willamette Valley, and Niki and Jeff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. They gave us recommendations on great places to eat and visit. We tasted some truly wonderful wines and had such a great time. We bought a bottle of their Rose and it was fantastic. The atmosphere at the tasting room was awesome. It was the perfect start to our wine trip!
Sarah Stumpf — Google review
Had a wonderful time tasting here a while back. Of course, great wine but what made the visit special was our host Niki! She was so knowledgeable & took good care of us. Felt like we became instant friends 😀 they had a live musician that added to good vibes for enjoying wine as well 🍷
Michelle Fanucchi — Google review
Only great things to say about the WV McMinnville tasting room. We stop by frequently when we’re in the area and always enjoy our time. Jeff is our favorite. Great wine and great people make for an outstanding day!
Ky Maron — Google review
Can’t say enough good things about Jeff & Jason. Truly genuine people who are extremely knowledgeable about WV Vineyards & the area in general. Good laughs, great wine and a beautiful day in the PNW.
cody awtry — Google review
We had a great afternoon, with Jeff providing insightful wine context and recommendations. A nice tasting room with a relaxing atmosphere... definitely worth stopping by.
Denise & Wayne Downer — Google review
Best service! They spent a lot of time teaching me about the wine and allowing me to ask questions. Would definitely come taste here again!
Wings & Waves Waterpark is an extensive indoor water park with a range of exciting attractions, including a wave pool, interactive displays, and waterslides. The facility also features Howard Hughes' Spruce Goose airplane, which is constructed entirely of wood and on permanent display. With designated areas for toddlers and children aged 5-8 years old, there are plenty of options for family fun.
So much fun!!! We went here to celebrate a family friend’s birthday. My youngest daughter had the most fun in the wave pool. The teenagers loved dodging the water from the giant bucket, and went down the water slides a lot! They had life jackets available to use, which was great for my youngest daughter to feel comfortable in the water. The lockers were easy to use and very convenient. It was a great day!
Living One Day Today — Google review
Cheaper to buy tickets on their website in advance and double check their hours. They charge $36 admission even if you don’t touch the water which is extremely ridiculous. There are no lounge chairs or anywhere to recline, even the cabana rentals don’t have them. Must bring your own towels. Much cleaner/less slimy than GWL in WA.
Jasmine Fast — Google review
So much fun for the family! We have kids ages 13 to 5 yrs, and they each loved it! There are two different kid areas, one more for tollders and one area for around 5-8 year olds. The place isn't huge, but with reservation restrictions it's not packed. The 4 big slides are fantastic!
There is a food court, with food court quality and high prices. I would say skip that if you can, but with 4 hours of swimming we couldn't avoid it and opted for churros and dole whip and a whole pizza to share. After this we are headed to the museum. We will be back for sure!
Yolanda Morris — Google review
We went with the kids and grandkids. It was fun and the kids had a great time. It wasn't over crowded. The place appears to be well maintained. The food was average for this type of venue. However the prices were what I would consider reasonable. The only gripe is that they have a couple of basketball rims in the leisure pool. There were about 6 or so teenage boys playing water basketball(?) And it just seemed ridiculous that they would integrate this into what they call their leisure pool. It was a very creative idea to place the 747 on top of the building and integrate the water slides into the aircraft. Excellent idea!
Rick Neault — Google review
Oh my gosh never been here before we went and absolutely loved the place and for the price I thought was a little high at the time when I made the reservation, but when we got there it was well worth. it has lots of slides lots of things for children to do yes they have rentals for floaty tubes,, and lockers you can rent ,they have a nice snack bar upstairs lifeguards all over very professional very nice. We will be going back again. Had so much fun.
Rhonda Brant — Google review
This is a mixed review - customer service is great (in person) however the pricing is horrible (from a business & accounting major/owner). $30 if online per person just to get in. No outside food or drink allowed beyond a water bottle, which kind of pushes you into their food services. The Milky Way Cafe, $34 for a pizza, $4 average per drink, add in rentals for a locker or tubes and my family of 5 cost was about $225. There is a tidal pool, where they show a movie. A splash pad for 2-4 yrs, a smaller slide section for younger kids not big enough for the big slides. Leisure pool/hot tub. Then the major slides. As a local to the area I would love to take my kids here more, but I just can’t afford it.
Jenn Vesper — Google review
This place is a must go to if you have children. It is a lot of fun and the rides are great. They have a cafe there and the food is pretty good. I would highly recommend it and then go to the Air Museum next door.
Ryan Baskharoon — Google review
We have been going here and you will leave for the last 7 years. It's much more expensive now that ownership has changed hands. They did however make an exception because we came as a party of eleven and one of our relatives was visiting from Michigan and we forgot their ticket. Even though they were at full capacity they made an exception and let our relative in. That was really great. Plus it's free for kids 3 and under
Serena Cooper — Google review
The family had a blast! I struggled to get my kids to leave. My favorite part was the wave pool. All of us dads were glued to the big screen, and as the 49rs were playing the Jaguars, all of our kids drowned. I'm just kidding. That's what the free life jackets are there for. My sons favorite part was the waterslides. The lines go by as fast as the ride itself, so that's a plus. My daughter's favorite was the water play skate with the smaller waterslides. I love how attentive the lifeguards are. We ended up getting a cabana and ordered some pizza. The service was fast, and the pizza was okay, I would say a solid 6.5/10. The locker room, as well as the bathrooms, are kept clean. I would highly recommend coming here 👌 on a side note: bundle as much as you can online. You will thank me later.
Marcus Feliciano — Google review
I was reading all of the reviews on here the night before our water park trip and it had me worried but Idk if it’s just Karen’s who post anymore, but we had a great time. The place was inviting, clean, and the water was warm (in all pools except the play park water area in the back of the facility). We ordered a pizza (and yes, the cabana employees were attentive) and it came out great. We got our tubes without a problem, and we had a blast! The green slide is awesome! I only wish we were allowed to bring cake in, as we were celebrating a birthday but I get it: it’s a water park and it’s still during covid. Hot tub was open, lockers were working. If you’re going, don’t fret all the one star reviews. We all cant wait to go back!
Kristen Brennan — Google review
We had an amazing time! Facility was clean, staff was incredible and as a 39 year old Mom I’m e sure I had a better time than the kids did. Cabana is a must if you have small children. It was convenient to rest, feed and put down for naps while the rest played!
Amy Chenier — Google review
We had a really great time for the most part. My 11 year old son really enjoyed the water playground and actually I did as well. They have a big leisure pool with a hot tub that is on one side and a Whirlpool on the other that we all enjoyed as well. The wave pool is on the other side and somewhat fun it’s pretty shallow and the waves are small but enjoyable. We rented a mini cabana which was nice just bc it’s a bit loud and it was a nice retreat to know for sure we could come back to and keep our things.
WORST PART 😷💩🤢🤮 the stairwells leading up to slides haven’t been cleaned in ages and it stinks so bad of feet and mold that you can literally see everywhere. I’m not a complainer either but it was really gross and was the main reason why we only did three runs on the tube slides. Even my son was grossed out. From the stairwell you can see all the mold that’s on the floors throughout the rest of the park which is gross as well. The family bathrooms/showers are super gross (we didn’t go into the main showers but I’m sure they are the same) the shower curtain was covered in dark colored mold and I highly recommend wearing showers shoes throughout the entire park. They SERIOUSLY need a cleaning regimen bc it was definitely the dirtiest water park I have ever been to.
They only have a small amount of free tubes so we rented some but hardly used them bc the lines were kindof long and STINKY. It’s definitely an expensive place to visit and your ticket is only in four hour blocks of time so you feel a little rushed to get your moneys worth. With how expensive it is you would think they would have the resources to have a cleaning team. They do not clean this place at all. Seriously.
BEST PART 🤗🛟
The lifeguards are very diligent and did a super job making me as a parent feel like my 11 year old was safe as he climbed and played and swam throughout the park. Good job lifeguards thank you!!
We would totally go back if they cleaned up a little bit. They should close for a couple days deep clean and then implement a regular daily cleaning schedule to keep people coming back or from coming at all really considering this seems like the number one complaint. Thanks though we did have fun besides it being stinky and moldy everywhere
Milli Vanilli — Google review
Super fun place to visit but very scrappy food options for 4 or even 3 hour reservations. No outside food or drink but not too fairly accommodated. YOU can buy pizza by the slice for $6 and a few other miscellaneous snacks for way to much but not "FOOD". Other than 4 options they accommodate everything else fairly well.
Sabrina Alexander — Google review
Fun place! My only complaint is the confusion with the lined to the slides. I'd there supposed to be 2 lines on the stairs or do u split off at the top?
Tonya Scrichfield — Google review
Cool place, Had one of the kid's bday parties here. Got a room which was huge plenty of room. 50 people easy. We also purchased a cabana or whatever, lol. So we had a place to chill at the wave pool and watch the kids.
We ordered their pizza and cookies. You can't bring in your own cake or cupcakes, etc.
Good cookies though. Chocolate chip.
Pepperoni & cheese pizza was decent!
Kids had a great time. And that's all we care about!
scott myers — Google review
Celebrated my daughter’s 7th year birthday there and have her cousins all come and join the fun. Everyone have theirs best times there getting to do everything there and all the adults gets to ride all the water slides.
Xeevxwm Vaj — Google review
Not likely to return. We'd heard promising things, but were overall disappointed. The four hour time slot was more than enough; the experience is completely overpriced. For what you're paying to get in the door (which you pay even if you don't end up swimming), the condition of the facilities is less than desirable. Tired, dated, and overall gross conditions throughout the building. In four hours, we saw no one cleaning/picking up during our entire time there. Hair, fake nails, bandages, gum, and spit were present, especially on the stairs up to the waterslides. A March Madness game was on the big screen for the first half of the time slot, but then just left to local news for the rest (lazy and cheap). Also, the water, except in the small side leisure pool and hot tub, was COLD throughout, as was the overall inside temperature. Disappointing all around.
Kattie Gardner — Google review
If you bought the ticket you can stay in there for 4hours. 2 years and under are free. They have family changing rooms but only 4 of them. So busy I think you can use men or women changing rooms are easy way. They have 4 different big slides. Your kids measured height first. They’re tall enough or older enough they can handle it but if they were young they can go toddler size slides or little kid’s pool area too. Pretty big places. They have life guards but so loud and noisy. A lot of people are there you’re always watching your children. Restroom isn’t bad but not good enough. Shower booth don’t have hot water. Only cold water available so my youngest daughter was crying when I shower with her. Foods are pricey but not bad. Crews are kind. Plenty of parking places. Teenagers had a great time. One of best places for family.
Morai Ball — Google review
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The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum boasts a collection of historic aircraft, including the world's largest. Visitors can also enjoy a water park and 3D theater. The museum is staffed by friendly volunteers who provide an entertaining experience. While the admission price may seem high at $20 per adult, it is understandable as the funds go towards restoration efforts. Overall, it is a great place to explore aviation history and learn about incredible airplanes and space technology.
Okay. First, this place is awesome. A lot of history and interesting information, as well as many famous and incredible airplanes and such. The space side was even better. The volunteers were very nice, and we were well entertained. My only gripe is the price. And while I understand the importance of them making money to fund the restoration and everything, $20 an adult seemed high. $15 seems better, but I'm splitting hairs. No regrets, and my wife and kid enjoyed it!
Sam Black — Google review
We're lucky to have the air and space museum so close to us. Each time we visit, we always find something that we missed before. With plenty of great planes on display, the Spruce Goose, and the space museum next door, you could spend a day here easily. Staff is friendly, helpful and informative. There are snacks and a gift shop and a free water jug if you get thirsty. The facility is layer out nicely and a self tour is easily achieved.
Gary Piazza — Google review
This is a very interesting place to visit and it is appealing to all ages. There are airplanes hanging from the ceiling and a few small amusement park type rides for the kids to enjoy. They had a pretty good crowd on this Saturday afternoon. There is a small restaurant inside and also a large playground outside for the kids as well. This is a clean, well organized and very informative facility. All things to do with flight are on display here and you will not be disappointed.
Rick Slossen — Google review
I haven't been here since before COVID, and I realized they have lost some of their aircraft (along with all of their armored vehicles), but it is still a great experience.
The museum is well maintained with tons of information and the aircraft are just amazing. There is obviously the Me262, which is incredibly rare and an incredible feat of engineering, but I was surprised to see other weirder aircraft there as well. For instance, I had never heard of, let alone seen, a Mojave. I was also excited to see that they have a Mohawk, another very interesting (and rare) aircraft.
Rick Raddue — Google review
What a wonderful experience! Staff/volunteers were very friendly and informative. So much information along with visual stimuli. Took several hours to visit both buildings and see planes outside. Of course, the Spruce Goose was the star attraction!
Autumn Ray (Wake-Up) — Google review
A fun place to explore for kids and adults alike. The biggest (literally) attraction in the Aviation side is the 'Spruce Goose', of course, and it is certainly a sight to behold. It is an incredible feat of engineering and the sheer size is astounding. But there are plenty of other cool aircraft to check out. Stop by the gift shop for some souvenirs!
The Space side is very well put together with easy-to-read history and rare artifacts from space missions. The tallest attraction there is the Titan II rocket which sits in a 3 story silo and reaches up towards the roof. The SR-71 is also really cool to see in person.
Hit it at the right times and you can sit and visit with veterans and experts in the various exhibits and learn history directly from those who experienced it.
Overall we had a great visit and look forward to going back when we are in the area again. 🚀✈️
Chris Cox — Google review
Amazing museum. Parking is so easy there. Ticket prices are okay in general. Volunteers did a great job in facilitating the visit and they were available if you need any information. The museum is divided into two separate buildings, one as aviation museum and the other as space . Both are amazing. There’s a huge opportunity to take different photos. You should try the simulator during your visit .
Hassan Makhlouf — Google review
I have always had a love of aviation. Case in point, I once asked to go to the airport for my birthday to watch the airplanes when I was little. That being said, Evergreen is one of my favorite places in Oregon. I now have a membership, and I love taking friends and family and sharing this place with them any chance I get. P.S. The water park is a blast too!!
Dana Vargas — Google review
For someone who is not really interested in airplanes, this was a really good airplane museum. We got to see how a part of the Aviator was filmed, were able to go into airplanes and see the history of flight. Unfortunately we weren't able to go into the planes outside since the workers said the door wasn't opening and closing correctly on those planes. The kids really liked the outside airplane themed playground. It is accessible outside without admission.
Gergely K — Google review
Very cool museum. From someone that is not from the area, it is in a non-conventional location … about an hour south of Portland if you happen to be flying into Portland International.
My tour guide (optional) was great. Very knowledgeable and fun. This tour was just under an hour.
First Come First Served extra cockpit tours of the Spruce Goose are a must. Sit in the same seat Howard Hughes sat in 75 years ago.
I highly recommend the entire day as there is so much to see … I only had 4 hours and regret it. Will have to come back!!
Spencer Mclennan — Google review
Awesome museum and we’ll worth the trip and price of admission. Multiple buildings so don’t miss out.
It’s incredible to get this close or inside of one of these beautiful planes. So much information you could spend a day here.
Any staff we interacted with were incredibly nice and helpful.
Come out. Learn. Enjoy. And make sure to look up, down, and behind you. There’s so much stuff packed in here. The spruce goose, the blackbird sr 71, and so much more.
Karl Whinnery — Google review
We've been here a bunch of times with our kids. Our last trip was with our Scouts BSA troop. The museum is really generous to scouts! We were able to camp on the museum grounds, and the staff was really excited, and really engaged with our Scouts! My son was really happy that one of the guides let them behind several of the barriers to get up cost and personal with several of the planes.
The museum is really excellent, and has a ton of interesting and historically significant artifacts, including the Spruce Goose, which is really impressive in person. The museum is divided into two main collections - air and space though the space museum has a bunch of planes and helicopters - including an SR-71!
They move things around and swap stuff in and out so that it's a different experience every time, though there seems to be a core set of planes that are always there -including the Spruce Goose obviously.
The theater plays mostly educational films related to flight or space in some way. They were playing a 3D movie about birds and a movie about Saturn's rings when we went.
The staff mentioned that the museum is under new management, who has plans to expand, including adding a restoration facility, a couple of hotels and some general improvements to the facilities. I believe they also mentioned a possible expansion of the water park. I don't know how concrete those plans are, but it would be cool to see the water park expanded - as is, it feels a little small and doesn't keep our kids interested for more than an hour or so - though having all of the water sides start out inside a 747 is pretty novel.
Overall, I highly recommend the museum. If you have kids in a scouting organization, like Cub Scouts or Scouts BSA, that goes double!
Aaron Hubbard — Google review
This place is huge! There is so much to see and explore and learn! Beautiful facility! Amazing to see all the wonderful technology and how far we’ve come. The diversity of planes to see was unbelievable. The cafe has basic food but they have a cafe nonetheless. I would say you need at least 5 hours checking this place out. I highly recommend this place!
Marion NYC — Google review
A friend had told me about this museum prior to my recent road trip and I enjoy a good aerospace museum so I figured I’d check it out…
All I can say is WOW! I was absolutely floored from literally miles away when I saw the Evergreen 747 perched on top of a multi-story building, and it only got better from there! The variety in the collection is impressive, the architecture is stunning, and the staff were super friendly and helpful.
I had to force myself to leave so I could continue north, but I could have spent all day there. It’s a must-see museum for aviation and space enthusiasts.
Dom D — Google review
This was a surprise! I mostly went because my husband and son wanted to go, but it was great! The Spruce Goose is incredible and there were several sections of the space exhibit that made me emotional. We even met the gentleman that worked on the Atlas Rocket Booster. So cool! Definitely make this part of your vacation!
Jayne Thorne — Google review
A must see Air museum for any aviation enthusiast and a great place to visit for just about anyone. The kids will absolutely love it as there are all kinds of aircrafts and a section dedicated to space craft and travel – the space museum. A big added attraction for kids (or perhaps the main attraction, depending on the ages and interests) would be the Wings and Waves water park. Would recommend spending at least a couple of hours in each exhibit hall – the air and the space museums. Of course one might end up spending more time at the air museum exhibit hall where the main attraction Hughes H-4 Hercules ‘Spruce Goose’ is displayed. There is a special tour of the Spruce Goose provided and you should factor in some time for that as well, should you decide to take it. It wasn’t crowded at all when we visited and you can spend enough time at each aircraft display, get to know more about them and their amazing history, take pictures.
You could take a break between the two exhibit halls as you can come back into the museum, the tickets are valid for multiple entries. This way you don’t overwhelm yourself in one straight stretch and get the most out of the trip. There is plenty of parking spaces available but it’s a good idea to get there early, especially if you are planning to spend the whole day visiting the museums and water park.
Localizer — Google review
This museum is fantastic! There are a lot of aircraft and space exhibits that all have videos or placards explaining their significance. The space museum has more interactive areas for children than the aircraft portion, but both are filled with interesting things to see and learn. The Spruce Goose is awe aspiring, and seeing it in person is way more impressive than online. If you take it slow and read the placards and watch the videos, this easily makes for a few hours of fun for the family!
C — Google review
This is a great regional museum; the Spruce Goose is something everyone should see at least once!! I love the collection of airplanes and helicopters, but the Space exhibit has always been Luigi to the Airplane's Mario. Such a bummer they lost the bid for that Space Shuttle years ago. It's still good though, don't get me wrong!! The vibe is just a little different, with all the replicas. I'm surprised they've never added a Conference Center and hotel to the overall campus.
Jordan Hamann — Google review
My family and I have been many times and it never gets old. The amount of stuff on display is incredible and the staff are some of the coolest people you could ever meet.
Plus if you're a member of the Gilbert House in Salem admission is free according to your membership level!!
This place is amazing!! Great place to take the family for a day trip.
Jakob Baldwin — Google review
One of the best air museums I have visited. Super clean, plenty of birds to look at. Separate museum for space items. Lots of fun.
Collin Miller — Google review
This place is worth the visit. You get the chance to talk with the engineers and pilots who have flown the planes or operated the engines that were tested for the early space programs. These people gave such warm welcome to me that I would've wanted to stay there the whole day. What a awesome place👍
Teemu Blomster — Google review
This place was phenomenal. As I walked through the exhibits, I thought to myself, "How in the world did mankind make these marvels?" Everything from the Spruce Goose to the lunar vehicles. Inspiring!
Raymond Mayer — Google review
Outstanding collection of aircraft including famous one-of-a-kind Spruce Goose (Hughes H4 Hercules) and relatively rare SR-71 Blackbird with a more complete collection of its associated camera and sensor modules out for display than I’ve seen before. Exhibited aircraft are well-spaced and well-lit for easy photography in a beautiful indoor museum facility (not just a hangar). The docents were extremely knowledgeable and spent time educating and answering questions. A private tour of the Spruce Goose flight deck is available- well worth the extra charge.
Rodney Keith Holt — Google review
Excellent exhibits. Definitely will go back to be able to dedicate more time to enjoy such a fantastic place.
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500 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR 97128, USA
Good parking and access to car free gravel roads and trails. Beautiful forested areas with great views on Dimple Hill. My favorites are the Vineyard trail, Dan's Trail, and Dave's trail. There are many other trails besides these nearby.
jefferson starr — Google review
Trail 11 minutes from Corvallis, it is an excellent place for a short walk in the forest. There is an old-growth hike worth exploring.
Ricardo Alcala — Google review
A moderate, hilly trail with some nice views. A great place to spend some quiet time in nature and get a nice workout.
Emily Merfeld — Google review
Great place for a hike! Wide logging roads masks for easy social distancing. Bring your mask and leash your dogs when passing others. Most everyone is considerate, and we would love to keep it that way!
Liz Stoenner — Google review
Great place to enjoy on a weekend ir whenever else. Nice roads and trails with nice views of mountains and valleys in between!
Alex Sathler — Google review
Trail run up Dimple Hill . Took a few different trails.
Bob Hirte — Google review
This place makes me feel at home! I had Silver Creek Falls in my back yard and this place is very similar of course without the falls, but close enough.
Christine Withers — Google review
Great place for a morning hike even in the rain!
Chase Hoffman — Google review
Beautiful way to clear your head and get good solid exercise!
Ronda Lindley-Bennett — Google review
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2778 NW Sulphur Springs Rd, Corvallis, OR 97330, USA
Peavy Arboretum is a serene location that offers multiple hiking paths and a diverse range of flora. The trails are well-maintained, with informative signs and maps scattered throughout the area. Although some inclines may be challenging for those with mobility issues, there are plans to improve accessibility. Wildflowers add color to the landscape, while a pond provides a picturesque spot for picnics or relaxation.
What a great discovery. A plethora of trails to explore. Very dog friendly. So glad we went and will return. From OSU: "Peavy Arboretum has served as an outdoor teaching lab for generations of children and adults, and is a welcoming place for visitors interested in a picnic by the pond or a long hike in the moutains. Its history is rich, and the land still shows evidence of use by the Kalapuya people, the Oregon State Forest Nursery, and the Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Arboretum. Currently, the Arboretum hosts trailheads and walking paths open to the public, the George Brown Logging Sports Arena, and the OSU Research Forests Business Office. Arboretum maintenance is funded entirely by timber harvested on the OSU Research Forests."
Kelly Thomas — Google review
Always a joy to explore this area. It is a popular meander area with some slightly steeper inclined loops you can mix in. Wildflowers are blooming and it's a pleasant place for a decent little workout.
Kat Bravo — Google review
Favorite Hiking spot! Plenty of trails ranging from beginner to more advanced. Good parking, picnic table area, beautiful scenery and a lovely pond.
Caroline — Google review
We did one of the 3-4 mile hikes. The grade was good for our kids.
Maddy Jackson — Google review
Great hiking trails for all skill levels
Double B — Google review
Beautiful trails and wildlife! Saw some wonderful birds and a native douglas squirrel! There are some great informational plaques and detailed maps around the area. Well maintained trails, not extremely wheelchair accessible, but apparently the groundskeepers are investing grant money into improving that. Looks great for all ages!
Jocelyn Prier — Google review
Very beautiful park and lots of hiking and walking trails.
Reevengers — Google review
My only complaint about Peavy is the lack of water filling stations. The few places / parking lots I’ve parked at I haven’t seen a water faucet to be able to fill water bottles. Luckily I brought over 2 L of water and went through most of it walking 5.25 miles in 80 F weather.
John Hager — Google review
Beautiful and detailed park with a very unique history! Amazing collection of giant sequoias, coastal redwoods, and 2 majestic dawn redwoods. The trees are well marked and some signs have QR codes with links to additional information
Caitey Andersen — Google review
Excellent hiking in this part of the state. It was easy to find parking on a December weekend. Entry was free and the trails weren't crowded at all. I felt safe the whole time and the entire place had fantastic signage. There were two families hiking with their kids and other people had dogs with them. I saw several trash cans in the parking lot but not sure if there are water fountains.
Muneer Washah — Google review
This park had so many trails for all levels I had a hard time deciding which way I wanted to go so I went a little ways on multiple trail. There were informational pieces about the land throughout the hiking trails. I went very early and I was nearly by myself, as the morning wore on there was an abundance of people. The park was easy to find and there was ample parking.
Kristie Nyarko Koranteng — Google review
Beautiful garden. The wildlife is always chirping. It is a great hub of trails with a map. My time in Oregon led me there and it was a soul stopping moment. Thank you for the experience
Andrew Hagen — Google review
Very easy hiking trails. Lots of beautiful views of you take the Banzai trail. The Section 36 and Powder House trails have gorgeous views as well. Not many people in the summer time.
Minto-Brown Island Park spans 898 acres of both open and wooded areas, offering paved trails for visitors to enjoy. The park also features picnic and play areas as well as an off-leash dog park for furry friends to run around freely. Despite the chilly weather, dozens of people were observed enjoying the park and its paths during a recent visit. The trail system is extensive, with many paths in good condition and wide enough to accommodate multiple users at once.
I enjoy walking my dog on the miles of trails. Trails in this park are clearly marked, and are asphalt, gravel or dirt. After heavy rains some trails can become inaccessible due to flooding, but overall they seem well maintained. The park provides dog waste bags and trash receptacles at various points, as well as a few portable toilets.
J J — Google review
Our first visit to the park was nice. We walked 3 - 4 miles on paved trails, which is a small segment of the trail system. The trails were in good shape, and most were wide enough to accommodate all multi-users. The scenery was enjoyable. We look forward to returning in spring. I was surprised by the number of visitors on a weekday. The dogs and their owners were enjoying the massive dog park. The portable toilets that I checked needed attention. However, most visitors likely have low expectations for portable toilets. Update 2/15/22 We walked a few more miles the paths were will maintained. It was a chilly afternoon, but dozens of people were enjoying the park and paths.
Joe Rodgers — Google review
I love this place! Fantastic dog park too! Miles and miles of paved and off road trails! The dog park is always so fun! So many wonderful dogs and people. Please make sure if your dog doesn't do well with other dogs running up to them, leash or stay home. This is an unfenced open and trail area for unleashed dogs. The other areas are great for walking running biking and dogs must be leashed. Travel next to river, ponds, woods.
Healthy Buzz/Coach Kelli R — Google review
Great place to see the great outdoors! Only did 7 miles but could do more if I had the time. Great place to bring the pooch but must follow leash laws.
Dawn Presler — Google review
Cleanest portable toilets I've ever seen. Well maintained trails with a leaf blower running along in the morning. Police patrolling the parking lots. Didn't get stabbed and left with all my windows and catalytic converter. Not busy at all on a rainy Tuesday morning but picked up around 11.
TF — Google review
Great park to run, walk, bike etc. This park has a lot of trails. The dog park is pretty popular here. The porta potties are usually kept up. There is a playground and a few covered park benches by the third parking lot. One trail allows you to walk along the Willamette River.
Greg Towers — Google review
A great place to hike, bike, or kayak. Miles of paved walking/biking paths, and great access to the river and slough. A covered picnic area with waste disposal, fire pits, and power. A nicely groomed dog park, and a children's play area. 1,200 acres in a beautiful waterfront location.
Edward Emmons — Google review
the variation in paths makes each visit dynamic. when the slough rises some of the trails get blocked off, otherwise very accessible.
Robert Carrillo — Google review
Beautiful park lots of space. There’s plenty of trails to explore! You’re going to love it! Bonus huge dog park, your dog is going to love for it!
Pick nick tables and barbecue grill!
I’ll give it five stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍🏿
Chris Price — Google review
My favorite place to see nature and get a good relaxing 5+ mile walk in! There are 3 parking lots w/ porta potty's. A big dog run next to the 2nd lot. Lots of offshoot paths from the paved trail. I see bunnies, eagles, blue herons, ducks, snakes, voles, otters, chipmunks, squirrels, butterflies, berries, fruit treats, nut trees. There's a fishing dock near parking lot #1 pond. The main path is completely paved.
Sharma Fagan — Google review
Great place for a long or short hike with or without your pooch! The trails are large and fairly clear of mud, depending on the trail you decide to hike. There are always people here either at the dog park or walking around the park taking it all in. Don't forget to hike with a buddy if you're planning on hiking the long trails because they will take you far into the expanse of Salem's rural areas.
Dawn Presler — Google review
Another beautiful walk! I found a muddy trail near Dog Park and absolutely had a blast exploring!
Misty Messinger — Google review
Minto Brown Park is one of the great features in salem. There are miles of trails for hiking as well as access to the Willamette river. A playground for kids and a dog area to let your furry friend run around.
Rob Toornstra — Google review
Best trails. Nicely maintained. And so many different routes to change up the routine. And picture perfect views all around
Shanda Butcher — Google review
I love this park, we walk here all the time. Lots of wildlife and a great dog park.There is something for everyone.
Riverside green area with a playground, an amphitheater, a carousel & the Eco Earth Globe sculpture.
Great paths to walk, bike, or even scooter. The dogs love coming here and so do the kids. Great open spaces to throw a frisbee. You know want to have a picnic well you can, it’s a park! It’s a great place to bring the family and enjoy a spring day!
Chris Lee — Google review
This park is really cool! First time ever being here. Very clean! Lots of trails for walking, and talking your dogs with you. Friendly people! The big sculpture of the earth was really cool to see, and of course the cool bridge you walk across, over the river!! Great park to explore!
David Marshall — Google review
This park is a go-to for our family any day. There's a playground/water park for the kids, plenty of space to run your dog and lots of lush trees to sit under. Nice wide, paved pathways easy for bike riding, strollers or handicap and benches to sit on along the way. Between being an active young family and/or outdoor ventures with the grandparents, we're at Riverfront weekly.
Emily Reedy Parker — Google review
When in Salem, Riverfront is a must! Lots of amenities and busy with runners 🏃, cyclists 🚴, etc Great view , Beautiful. Relaxing. So much space. Green grass. Trees. Playground for kids. Paved paths for walking. Gorgeous views along the river. Interesting read around the Amphitheatre and globe 🌎
Maureen Bes — Google review
Probably the most popular park in Salem. Good for walking, running, biking etc. It has a nice playground and the carousel. This park connects to Wallace Marine Park and Minto Brown Park through two walking bridges. The bathrooms are usually kept up. I like to start my runs here and then go into Minto brown and loop back around.
Greg Towers — Google review
Amazing location to do a bit of everything. Waking, biking, skateboarding, riding scooter is just a few activities you can do. There is a playground, spray park, bathrooms, picnic benches, lots of green areas to play. This waterfront is very well taken care, it’s clean, bushes and grass are trimmed. Definitely a place to spend a few hours with the family.
Alejandra Portugal — Google review
We walked/biked from West Salem on the footbridge. The park was beautiful! We had a great picnic, and everything was clean and well-maintained.
Kari Vargas — Google review
Beautiful. Relaxing. So much space. Green grass. Trees. Playground for kids. Paved paths for walking. Gorgeous views along the river.
T “Dimples” A — Google review
An amazing park with amenities for all!! It has a river for viewers, playgrounds for the kids, a carousel for everyone, and bathrooms for all. Walking paths for explorers, amphitheatres for the artists, and vendors to boot. This place is simply amazing! 😍🥰
Joshua Scott — Google review
Beautiful park with something to offer everyone! Huge intricate playground, perfect walking/biking paths, grassy amphitheater, river views, and a beautiful bridge. Restrooms were clean and stocked. Park was very busy on a Sunday afternoon, but we didn't have trouble finding parking. There's a gift shop and indoor carousel too!!
Stacey Newcomer — Google review
whenever I want to talk a walk, I usually come here. golden hour here is phenomenal, taking a seat and watching the Willamette River is a form of meditation. lots of cool events are held here as well throughout the year.
Robert Carrillo — Google review
Just on the back side of the globe, there's some nice places to fish. Tons of wildlife. Great place and awesome park. The park has a water park feature for kids, and an amphitheater
Nicholas Clevidence — Google review
This park is the best place I've ever seen ! Super clean and kids can have so much fun. Good to hiking or riding bikes.
Diana Tufiño — Google review
Passing through Salem, we had a few hours to "do as we see fit". So glad we picked the Riverfront City.
Mid morning on a Sunday - there were joggers, a family with kids, an elderly couple holding hands out on a walk. As we walked past the huge fisherman's statue, he said, "I'm certain he wasn't as tall as that!" And we smiled at each other.
I felt that the Riverfront City Park is a happy place. If I have some time to spare in Salem, I will visit again.
Indra Singhal — Google review
We went to the park while they had the light s displays led, the sad part is part of the lights weren't working. Other then that it was a fun display
Kaitlin Klawitter — Google review
Best place in Salem! For years and years the riverfront area of Salem was taken over by grim industrial uses. Then for years of recovery, just tangled fields. Now, a changed and improved landscape that went from the worst to the best!
I and my partner just took a chance that Salem had done up it's water front and we were not disappointed! There is free parking at the Park, but by the time we left, around 11:30am on a Sunday, it was filling up.
The main feature of the first part of the Park is a great big kids play area, with restrooms. Everything is ADA accessible.
There are a lot of curvy paths but they mostly led to the cool bridge over the small channel of the Willamette.
My partner and I had our bikes and we eagerly crossed the bridge and found ourselves following the pilgrimage out onto the island, there were bikes, there were lots of pedestrians, there were many kids.
We passed many plaques describing the history of the park and the land. The local politician Peter Courtney gets a shout out. The big flood of 1855, the paper mill, the flour mill, and what wild life lives here now.
The park merges with Minto park and covers the whole island, paths go along the main fork of the Willamette are level and ideal for all ages and abilities. People are asked to be quite near the eagles nest.
Back at the park near the parking lot, we wandered North along the paths and noticed a converted Train Bridge that was now a pedestrian bridge across the Willamette.
We also noted the cool statue of the late governor Tom McCall.
Sellwood Designs — Google review
Nice large park with swings, riverfront walk and open fields.
Kyle Oldfield — Google review
Stopped for a car show and it was well maintained.
Both public bathroom houses where clean and well maintained.
Lots to do if you watch your kids (homeless downtown are 5 times more than 5 years ago).
Clearly the city has put the road funds into maintenance of this park...lol.
Carousel, playground, splash zone, river access, amphitheater, bike paths and pedestrian bridges over both river/creeks.
J* S* — Google review
Riverfront is a must. It looks different in every season. Amazing views for runners, walkers, and cyclists. Family friendly. Playground, carousel and Gilberts House for the kiddos.
Salem's Riverfront Carousel is a non-profit organization that features an indoor carousel with over 40 hand-carved horses. The attraction opened in 2001 and relies on volunteers to run smoothly, providing an affordable opportunity for kids to have fun riding the ponies. The staff is known for being kind and passionate about creating a welcoming environment for visitors. In addition to the carousel, there is a cute shop and fresh popcorn vendor available on site.
How can you not like this place? The staff are kind, the kids love it, and they run on volunteers, so you feel like they really love this place and want to just see kids having fun. Buy the big punch card and it's like a buck a ride, and that's so well priced that anyone can afford it- which is their whole goal. We love bringing our kid to the park, then letting her ride the ponies before coming home. Thanks to all the folks who put love and detail into the carving, the staffing, the cleaning- you guys are amazing!
Jim Smith — Google review
Great little place for a quick childhood memory for the adults and one to create for the children. My son and I enjoyed a ride as well as a frozen treat. Definitely a stop that everyone should make while in salem.
Christina Shipman — Google review
Went here with my niece and nephews and they had a blast! Parents could stand alongside if needed during the ride. Gift shop was entertaining and there was a bathroom inside (huge plus for this area).
Jesse Carman — Google review
We loved being able to visit the Salem Carousel downtown! 🎠 It's super convenient for families and accessible for those with disabilities. It's right beside the waterfront park so make a day out of it! The gift shop is attached to the carousel and you can buy your tokens to ride here. The price is perfect! The kiddos love dropping their tokens in the box before they ride. The carousel is super cute, clean, and fun! All the animals are so creative and bright. My little one had a hard time choosing her favorite for each ride. If you have a toddler or younger kiddo you can ride beside for free.
Masks required here and there is hand sanitizer available. The staff does a great job of keeping things here clean and they have a good routine to sanitize between each ride. Great place to visit if you're traveling with kids or anyone who's young at heart. Highly recommend. I love to support this place! ❤
☆Review Update☆
We still love this place and try and go once a week to support them! They have lots of fun activities for kiddos around holidays (Chrsitmas, Valentines Day). You can even rent their party room, which is super fun!
Carri Tice — Google review
One of my favorite places to go and have fun! I used to ride this all the time when I was younger. I hope to return someday and ride it again.
Graminator 192 — Google review
Glad to have made it for the last ride of the day - my late grandmother's birthday the second of witch I've only had her in spirit as they say. She was so happy to go there any time and it never fails to delight with the beautiful created by hand stunning ride animals. I cried most of the trip around but it's an amazing feeling to know that the lights and music will always be there to cherish in her memory. Thank you so much! There was video but I don't have permission from the teenager by my side to post publicly so :)
Ashley Jennings — Google review
I took my brother, his wife, and daughter to Salem's Riverfront Carousel and they enjoyed it immensely! We marveled at the craftsmanship of each horse (or other piece) on the carousel itself and how each is hand-carved and painted. Truly iconic in this day and age, and one that is definitely a "must see" when visiting in Salem, Oregon!
Joe Kupris — Google review
What a fun place to take young kids. My 5 year old really enjoyed it. Very cute shop and a man selling fresh popcorn.
Jenna Worthington — Google review
Great fun for the kids, who loved it and would have happily spent all day here. Price is reasonable and there's even a gift shop.
Jessica Williams — Google review
Such a fun carousel. The staff was nice, friendly, and informative. We even got to see some of the characters that were in the process of being made. It was so cool to learn about the process and see them before they become the amazing characters we ride on. There's a park that has a splash pad and playground right in the same area. Perfect place to spend the day and have a picnic.
Kristina Stinnette — Google review
My family LOVED it here!!! It was reasonably priced and fun for the whole family! One of the coolest things was we got to see a man creating a brand new Pegasus in the shop inside the gift shop! That was amazing!!!
Tessa Brewer — Google review
Excellent place to share with your children, very nice, I recommend it
Yofrel Cedeño — Google review
Great place for young and old. $2 to ride the Carousel. Beautifully painted horses (and friends).
Marcia James — Google review
The experience at the Carousel itself was wonderful! My son and I had so much fun. However, the shop manager was rude to me, I don't want to say it was "discrimination" as I was dressed "relaxed/sloppy".... But that's what it felt like from treatment, tone and verbal communication. I still purchased the toy for my son but I will not be returning to buy anything other than carousel tickets. It's a shame. I probably would have purchased more things if the customer service was different 🤷🏼♀️. The carousel operator, food stand and the rest of the environment was amazing.
zalena miller — Google review
My kids and I had fun at the carousel. The employees were very nice and friendly. The have carvings on the top sides of the carousel that represent Oregon. They also have a carved Salmon that they occasionally turn out with rings in its mouth and if you grab a gold ring you get a free ride. The gift shop is really nice as well!
Tim McIntosh — Google review
We enjoyed our visit to Salem, OR. Riding the Carousel was an added bonus for us. The carved horses, etc, are beautiful, and the staff takes the time to explain the process of carving while doing so. Amazing experience.
M Jennifer Ledesma — Google review
Fun stop on our road trip to stretch the legs. I was shocked at how clean the park and grounds were. Cleanest public bathrooms I have ever seen! We loved seeing the craftsmen working on new horses. It was simple fun.
Bush's Pasture Park is a lush and expansive green space spanning over 90 acres, located in Salem. Visitors can explore a variety of attractions including flower gardens, playgrounds, tennis courts, walking trails and more. A highlight of the park during April are the blooming camas flowers underneath oak trees on the east side. The West's north side boasts an exquisite rose garden. Additionally there are ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as ball fields, creek walks and open fields to enjoy.
Lovely. It is so close to Mission - a busy street - but just a little walk into the park along the little stream there, and all the benefits of green spaces return. Great place to recharge and take a midday/lunch break walk. I’ve never been here during the weekend, but during the week it hasn’t been crowded and has always been a welcome respite from the surrounding city.
Jennifer Tehani Sarreal — Google review
The park is well maintained, and quite clean compared to other parks in town, though there are a few people living in hammocks near the Eastern parking lot on Mission.
It's pretty big for a city park, with quite a bit going on. There are a couple of small playgrounds - one geared to smaller kids with swings, a little play house, and various spinning toys including a nice merry-go-round. There's a pretty nice trail around the perimeter of the park that winds past Bush House and the rose garden, the picnic area to the Southwest, the pay fields to the South, and then through the little forested area. There's a stadium there that's used by Willamette University, and some other local sports events like the Awesome 3000, and a steep concrete track that was build for soapbox derbies, but I don't know if those are still held. It's connected up to the paths/trails in the park and I mostly see it being used by walkers, or the occasional person on a scooter/bike/skates.
The Bush House is open for tours, but sadly I've never actually been inside so I don't know what they offer.
I don't know if Deepwood mansion is technically part of the park, but it's right next to it, and takes up a sizable chunk of the Northeast corner of the park area, with some more formal gardens and a greenhouse you can visit.
It's not uncommon to see photographers taking pictures of people here in the Fall when the leaves change.
Aaron Hubbard — Google review
One of my most favorite parks when it comes to inner City Salem. Be forewarned though, if it's been a particularly rainy day or two parts of the paved path can collect water... So you may need to bring some kind of raft or rowboat
Keishley “Kashleith Howardson” Asheith — Google review
This park is a treasure for the Salem area. There are so many areas within the park. If you come in April you can see the camas flowers blooming under the oak trees on the east side. On the West's north side there is a beautiful rose garden. There is two different places of playground equipment there's a creek there's a multitude of different paths ball fields oak tree groves and wide Open Fields. If you come you won't be disappointed unless you just don't like the outdoors..
Terry Lamphear — Google review
We visited the park for a recent outdoor Art show.
The house is quite beautiful and set in a lovely garden as part of the pasture.
Great place for a walk or a picnic. A short walk from downtown, but there's parking available.
Cynthia Edmonds — Google review
Love the park for different areas it has like; playgrounds, ball park, creek that runs through it, big open spaces for volleyball, soccer or family gatherings. Great area for walking dogs, several restrooms and even has a Bush Art Gallery, Bush House museum, and the Willamette Universary Field.
Laura Perez — Google review
Bushpark was AWESOME.
so many squirrels running around and there are so friendly! Also they take really good care of their nature and the park in general.
Top!
Jasmin Hafeneder — Google review
One of the best and most beautiful parks in Salem. With walking paths through beautiful gardens, shaded trees, along with a tranquil creek that runs through the park! Enjoy the fresh air....
SwiV3L - — Google review
I always enjoy going here because of the great job the people do to keep it clean, public appealing and safe. And it is always nice to see the doggy bag stations filled. The only downside and it's not any of the parks fault, but the mosquitos are really really bad this year.
Janet Seiber — Google review
Great park in Salem for walking, running, biking etc. There is a playground in the upper level and a playground in the lower level. There are multiple trails, the longest one is around 1.5 miles. Two bathrooms are available. Usually parking isn’t hard to find. There are picnic tables around the park. This park is close to downtown Salem.
Greg Towers — Google review
Such a gem of a park here in Salem!
There’s so much to say so I’ll just list the ways to enjoy this community feature!
- the rose bushes
- the landscaped gardens
- two children’s playgrounds
- old oak groves that give shelter to an ecosystem of mushrooms and critters
- the creek that runs through
- the art exhibit! Featuring a zine library and local art shows
- a greenhouse with public entry for self led or take a tour!
- the monthly drum circles for community connection
- the various skating and carting races that take place occasionally down the hill
- the trails that loop through the park that offer a quick 1-2 mile walk
- easy access to the library
Fauna LMT — Google review
Bush Park is definitely one of the most beautiful places and parks in Salem. The community surrounding the park, the visitors who come from all over, the sunsets, the rose garden. Our community has surely, and continues to, come together to try to make Bush Park an invaluable asset to Salem.
A. — Google review
Best park in Salem. Super pretty ! Big area where you can just relax, have a picnic, play frisbee, enjoy the playground for little kids, bike or run in the path. You name it. However, we couldn’t find any restroom open on Sunday. Hopefully that’s temporary.
Parking is free and it has its own soap box derby !!!
Mariana Geraldine Vazquez Leyvas — Google review
There are open spaces and tree-lined walks a track to walk dogs on. Bunny rabbits galore and even an eagle's nest with rumors of their being more.
Shani Pettit — Google review
On a beautiful day it is an amazing place to get a walk in. More beautiful as spring showers us with color.
Thomas Price — Google review
Close to downtown. It has a playground. You can walk and run. I grew up having birthdays and other events here. Beautiful park all year round.
Sara Elizabeth Rodriguez — Google review
Lots of different types of paths, wide in areas and not in others… small and large gravel, dirt and paved trails. Creek has clear water and ducks. The trees are full of squirrels to tease and torture the dogs. Lots of shaded areas. Quiet neighborhood surrounding the park. There are many benches to rest upon and a sufficient amount of trash cans and extra poop bags. There are fields of cut grass and tall, wild grass with smatterings of flowers. The trees there are huge and many are quite beautiful. Truly love this park for walking my fur babies. Plus, lots of parking!