What to do in Lincoln City, Oregon

Drift Creek Falls
This view is worth the hike, it offers a waterfall and huge suspension bridge with a beautiful view of Coast Range Forest. The distance is 3.0 miles round trip and just 16 miles from the hotel.

Devils State Recreation Area
Hit the trails at the Devils State Recreation area. Watch for wildlife such as ducks, bald eagles, coots and more or canoe or kayak in the lake.

D River State Site
Right in our backyard, the world’s shortest River, the D River flows a 120 feet from Devils lake in the Ocean.

Siletz Bay Park
Overlook Siletz Bay on a gazebo containing education information.

Knoll of Roads End
The knoll hike boasts some breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Lincoln City. The hike is a step 2 miles round-trip and follows thru a collection of gravel roads and trails to a meadow with sights of the ocean.

Drift Creek Falls
This view is worth the hike, it offers a waterfall and huge suspension bridge with a beautiful view of Coast Range Forest. The distance is 3.0 miles round trip and just 16 miles from the hotel.

Devils State Recreation Area
Hit the trails at the Devils State Recreation area. Watch for wildlife such as ducks, bald eagles, coots and more or canoe or kayak in the lake.

D River State Site
Right in our backyard, the world’s shortest River, the D River flows a 120 feet from Devils lake in the Ocean.

Siletz Bay Park
Overlook Siletz Bay on a gazebo containing education information.

Knoll of Roads End
The knoll hike boasts some breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Lincoln City. The hike is a step 2 miles round-trip and follows thru a collection of gravel roads and trails to a meadow with sights of the ocean.

Places to Hike
• Nature Conservancy Trail
• Hart’s Cove
• Cascada Head Inland Trail
• Drift Creek Falls

Places to Surf
• The Ocean
• Devils Lake

Places to Fish
Freshwater Fishing:

• Devils Lake
• Salmon River
• Siletz River
• Schooner Creek
• Drift Creek

Freshwater Fishing:

• Dockside Charters

Places for boating
• Devils Lake
• Siletz Bay
• Rivers & Streams
• Yaquina Bay
• Places for kayaking
• Salmon River Estuary
• Steams & Rivers

Places to Hike
• Nature Conservancy Trail
• Hart’s Cove
• Cascada Head Inland Trail
• Drift Creek Falls

Places to Surf
• The Ocean
• Devils Lake

Places to Fish
Freshwater Fishing:

• Devils Lake
• Salmon River
• Siletz River
• Schooner Creek
• Drift Creek

Freshwater Fishing:

• Dockside Charters

Places for boating
• Devils Lake
• Siletz Bay
• Rivers & Streams
• Yaquina Bay
• Places for kayaking
• Salmon River Estuary
• Steams & Rivers

Chinook Winds Casino
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the relaxed casino resort offers multiple dining options, arcade, day-care services, live entertainment and 35,000 sq. ft convention center that is home to year round events such as comedy shows, concerts and community events.

Lincoln City Outlets
This popular coastal outlet mall offers 51 iconic brands such as Coach, Columbia Factory store, Nike, ToysRus and many more.

Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio
See glassblowing in action at this studio just… from the hotel. Witness artists creating blown glass art or blow your own glass.

Lincoln City Cultural Center
The Lincoln City Cultural center provides a variety of cultural experiences thru education, performance and events. With classrooms, an auditorium, dance studio and two galleries, there’s always something going on.

Game Over Arcade
This family sports bar offers over 100 new and classic arcade games along with a great selection of pinball machines. There’s the classic such as Donkey Kong, Mario Bros, Pacman and more.

Chinook Winds Casino
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the relaxed casino resort offers multiple dining options, arcade, day-care services, live entertainment and 35,000 sq. ft convention center that is home to year round events such as comedy shows, concerts and community events.

Lincoln City Outlets
This popular coastal outlet mall offers 51 iconic brands such as Coach, Columbia Factory store, Nike, ToysRus and many more.

Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio
See glassblowing in action at this studio just… from the hotel. Witness artists creating blown glass art or blow your own glass.

Lincoln City Cultural Center
The Lincoln City Cultural center provides a variety of cultural experiences thru education, performance and events. With classrooms, an auditorium, dance studio and two galleries, there’s always something going on.

Game Over Arcade
This family sports bar offers over 100 new and classic arcade games along with a great selection of pinball machines. There’s the classic such as Donkey Kong, Mario Bros, Pacman and more.

Newport’s Historic Bay Front
Newport’s Historic Bayfront district has long been the economic center of Newport. The harbor is home to Oregon’s largest commercial fishing fleet. This hub offers a variety of dining options and diverse shops for your shopping expedition.

Oregon Coast Aquarium
This Amazing Oregon Coast Aquarium overlooks Yaquina bay near Newport’s Historic Bay front and showcases over 15,000 animals representing 259 species. It’s marked one of the top attractions on the Oregon Coast.

Ripley’s Believe it or not and Wax Works
Enter the world of strange and the wonderful at Ripley’s Believe it or Not and Wax works. Whether it’s Micheal Jackson or a guy with two pupils, meeting reproduction of Hollywood celebrities and freaks of nature are next door in the historic bay front.

Yaquina Head Light
At ninety-three feet, Yaquina Head is the tallest tower on the Oregon Coast. Tours of Yaquina Head are offered each day of the week with the exception of Tuesday and Thursdays.

Agate Beach State Park
Located between Newport and Yaquina Head, and stretching for nearly 4 miles, Agate Beach is one of Oregon's broadest and most popular sandy beaches. Diggers, this park's for you! Razor clamming is a favorite activity as well as surfing.

Newport’s Historic Bay Front
Newport’s Historic Bayfront district has long been the economic center of Newport. The harbor is home to Oregon’s largest commercial fishing fleet. This hub offers a variety of dining options and diverse shops for your shopping expedition.

Oregon Coast Aquarium
This Amazing Oregon Coast Aquarium overlooks Yaquina bay near Newport’s Historic Bay front and showcases over 15,000 animals representing 259 species. It’s marked one of the top attractions on the Oregon Coast.

Ripley’s Believe it or not and Wax Works
Enter the world of strange and the wonderful at Ripley’s Believe it or Not and Wax works. Whether it’s Micheal Jackson or a guy with two pupils, meeting reproduction of Hollywood celebrities and freaks of nature are next door in the historic bay front.

Yaquina Head Light
At ninety-three feet, Yaquina Head is the tallest tower on the Oregon Coast. Tours of Yaquina Head are offered each day of the week with the exception of Tuesday and Thursdays.

Agate Beach State Park
Located between Newport and Yaquina Head, and stretching for nearly 4 miles, Agate Beach is one of Oregon's broadest and most popular sandy beaches. Diggers, this park's for you! Razor clamming is a favorite activity as well as surfing.

Tillamook Cheese Factory
During a free, self-guided tour, you’ll get to see videos, historical displays and interactive kiosks about Tillamook. You’ll even get a behind the scenes look at the Tillamook cheese making room and packaging line! After you’ve seen how it’s all made, head to the sample counter for free bites of tasty cheeses. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at our Creamery Café, and for dessert, indulge in decadent Tillamook Fudge and a scoop (or three!) of extra creamy Tillamook Ice Cream on a freshly baked waffle cone.

Three Capes Scenic Loop
If you’re looking for the most breathtaking views of the Tillamook Coast, the Three Capes Scenic Loop is the perfect place to start. Beginning in downtown Tillamook, this short 40-mile jaunt along the water reveals some of the most majestic natural landscapes that the Oregon coast has to offer.

Oswald West State Park
Stretching along four miles of coastline in dense, temperate rainforest, Oswald West State Park has a beautifully secluded sandy beach and miles of trails leading to breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. This vast, scenic treasure is without a doubt one of the most spectacular parks in Oregon.

Oregon Coast Scenic Railway
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of yesterday as the steam whistle blows and the wheels grind across the tracks. As the locomotive pulls into stops in Rockaway Beach and Wheeler, the ringing of the bell will turn heads in awe and wonder. Experience unique views of the Oregon coast and Nehalem Bay on scenic train rides offered from the end of May through the beginning of September.

Munson Creek Falls
Favored for its accessibility and height, Munson Creek Falls is an impressive waterfall with a stunning 266-foot drop, making it one of Oregon's largest falls and certainly one of the most beautiful. The base of the waterfall can be approached by following the lower trail, which is a relatively simple half mile stroll.

Tillamook Air Museum
Tillamook Air Museum is an aviation museum south of Tillamook, Oregon in the United States. The museum is housed in a former US Navy blimp hangar, called "Hangar B", which is the largest clear-span wooden structure in the world.

Tillamook Cheese Factory
During a free, self-guided tour, you’ll get to see videos, historical displays and interactive kiosks about Tillamook. You’ll even get a behind the scenes look at the Tillamook cheese making room and packaging line! After you’ve seen how it’s all made, head to the sample counter for free bites of tasty cheeses. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at our Creamery Café, and for dessert, indulge in decadent Tillamook Fudge and a scoop (or three!) of extra creamy Tillamook Ice Cream on a freshly baked waffle cone.

Three Capes Scenic Loop
If you’re looking for the most breathtaking views of the Tillamook Coast, the Three Capes Scenic Loop is the perfect place to start. Beginning in downtown Tillamook, this short 40-mile jaunt along the water reveals some of the most majestic natural landscapes that the Oregon coast has to offer.

Oswald West State Park
Stretching along four miles of coastline in dense, temperate rainforest, Oswald West State Park has a beautifully secluded sandy beach and miles of trails leading to breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. This vast, scenic treasure is without a doubt one of the most spectacular parks in Oregon.

Oregon Coast Scenic Railway
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of yesterday as the steam whistle blows and the wheels grind across the tracks. As the locomotive pulls into stops in Rockaway Beach and Wheeler, the ringing of the bell will turn heads in awe and wonder. Experience unique views of the Oregon coast and Nehalem Bay on scenic train rides offered from the end of May through the beginning of September.

Munson Creek Falls
Favored for its accessibility and height, Munson Creek Falls is an impressive waterfall with a stunning 266-foot drop, making it one of Oregon's largest falls and certainly one of the most beautiful. The base of the waterfall can be approached by following the lower trail, which is a relatively simple half mile stroll.

Tillamook Air Museum
Tillamook Air Museum is an aviation museum south of Tillamook, Oregon in the United States. The museum is housed in a former US Navy blimp hangar, called "Hangar B", which is the largest clear-span wooden structure in the world.

The Whale Watching Center
Park staff are ready at the Whale Watching Center to answer your questions and help you spot gray whales. Located along the seawall in scenic Depoe Bay, the center is a perfect spot for you watch whales as they blow, dive, spyhop and breach. Whale watching takes place year-round on the Oregon Coast!

Fogarty Beach State Area
Where the creek and ocean meet, you'll find ingredients that make the spirit soar. Discover this park's perfect wind-sheltered picnic areas. In case of rain, head for the covered picnic shelter. Walk the wooden footbridges arching through the Sitka spruce, western hemlock, shore pine and alder forest.

Whale, Sea Life and Shark Museum
The only Whale Museum in the state and the only museum in the world that focuses on individual gray whales. The museum features a section on Oregon’s summer resident gray whales, a whale, dolphin and porpoise room, a shark room, a tropical ocean room, an intertidal display with cubbies of common and worldwide invertebrates, a seal, sea lion and sea otter room, a seabird and shorebird room and a theater room.

Boiler Bay State Wayside
A miraculous and rugged, basalt-rimmed bay, Boiler Bay is a great place to watch wild surf action on the rocky spurs. This splendid panoramic viewpoint presents a good opportunity to see migrating and resident gray whales. Take your binoculars -- this is one of the best sites in Oregon to see ocean-going birds.

Devils Punchbowl
Surfers and surf watchers energize this area! During winter storms, water from the restless ocean slams with a thundering roar into a hollow rock formation shaped like a huge punch bowl. The surf churns, foams, and swirls as it mixes a violent brew. The punch bowl was probably created by the collapse of the roof over two sea caves, then shaped by wave action.

The Whale Watching Center
Park staff are ready at the Whale Watching Center to answer your questions and help you spot gray whales. Located along the seawall in scenic Depoe Bay, the center is a perfect spot for you watch whales as they blow, dive, spyhop and breach. Whale watching takes place year-round on the Oregon Coast!

Fogarty Beach State Area
Where the creek and ocean meet, you'll find ingredients that make the spirit soar. Discover this park's perfect wind-sheltered picnic areas. In case of rain, head for the covered picnic shelter. Walk the wooden footbridges arching through the Sitka spruce, western hemlock, shore pine and alder forest.

Whale, Sea Life and Shark Museum
The only Whale Museum in the state and the only museum in the world that focuses on individual gray whales. The museum features a section on Oregon’s summer resident gray whales, a whale, dolphin and porpoise room, a shark room, a tropical ocean room, an intertidal display with cubbies of common and worldwide invertebrates, a seal, sea lion and sea otter room, a seabird and shorebird room and a theater room.

Boiler Bay State Wayside
A miraculous and rugged, basalt-rimmed bay, Boiler Bay is a great place to watch wild surf action on the rocky spurs. This splendid panoramic viewpoint presents a good opportunity to see migrating and resident gray whales. Take your binoculars -- this is one of the best sites in Oregon to see ocean-going birds.

Devils Punchbowl
Surfers and surf watchers energize this area! During winter storms, water from the restless ocean slams with a thundering roar into a hollow rock formation shaped like a huge punch bowl. The surf churns, foams, and swirls as it mixes a violent brew. The punch bowl was probably created by the collapse of the roof over two sea caves, then shaped by wave action.