Top 27 things to do and attractions in Pacific City

I've explored several trails here, but found it a bit challenging to walk on sandy paths. This time, I just went to the beach, and it was very accessible. Since it was a drizzly morning, there was no one around, so I could enjoy a peaceful walk and play with my dogs. It's a recommended spot, but there are only a few picnic tables on a small grassy area right in front of the restroom. Even on nice weather days, it might be a bit difficult to enjoy a secluded picnic.

I visited on Sunday, July 21st, 2024... Nice park with a large parking lot and bathrooms. Just beware that the trails to the beach are natural sand and NOT paved. This could be a problem for some people with physical limitations. Or for those with a large cooler or beach supplies. * While not the fault of the park. The road leading into the park. Is rough asphalt with lots of pot holes.

Little to no signage, I didn't know where I was going. The pathways are eerie and way too sandy. Sure, it's a beautiful beach, but I won't return.

Beautiful place but when you climb to the other side of the dunes by the beach it is a very steep way down and likewise back up. So we just stood at the top and enjoyed the ocean view from there. My dog wanted to run down the steep hill but as I explained to her she has four wheel drive and I have only 2.

Another beautiful beach in pacific city. It was beautiful out but windy and cold today. Got there at 11 am and the parking lot was empty, an hour later give or take it was full. Great beach to spend summer. It was so cool seeing horses on the beach 🤩. There are public restrooms. We absolutely love the Oregon coast 💜

Beautiful open fresh ocean air! Horse riding close. You can drive on beach. You can find cool things! Not overly packed with people. Very long beach. Will come back again.

One of the interesting State Parks on the Oregon Coast located on the Nestucca Sand Split. You will find a nice long beach to walk on with great views of Haystack Rock and Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City. The Park offers a number of hiking trails that take you along the Nestucca River and the sand dunes. A popular place to ride your horse, launch your boat, go fishing, and have a picnic. Located in Pacific City with signage to the Park at the flashing four-way stop. The parking lot fills fast in the afternoon, and a county lot is also available with a ten dollar fee. A nice place to walk on the beach with great views, a number of activities to keep you busy, and several restaurants nearby.

it was so beautiful and I would definitely visit again

It’s beautiful here!

Stayed at a little campground there and was wild rabbits all over. Beautiful beach also

So amazing and beautiful!

Amazing view

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Came here with babies 10 years ago—returned last week with teenagers who claim they’re too cool for everything… until they saw the sand dunes. Suddenly, we had expert dune rollers and tide pool explorers again. Time may fly, but this place clearly hits the pause button. Still a family favorite—just with bigger shoes, louder opinions, and the same wide-eyed wonder. Shhh… don’t tell anyone. We’re pretending it’s still our secret spot.

One of our favorite places to go with kids and friends. It gets very popular on the weekends, consider going much earlier or much later in the day to avoid the high use time (10am-4pm). There is a lot to do and experience. If you are here first time and would like to get in the water, beware that Pacific ocean here is cold, always cold, don't matter what time of the year. Now, don't get discouraged - stop by local surf shop and rent a wetsuit, you won't regret it and will be able to enjoy playing with waves for hours. If a wetsuit is not your cup of tea, consider walking alongside the water, dipping your toes, hiking up cape Kiwanda sand hill with amazing view of the coast line or walking around dunes nearby. Bring a kite to enjoy and bring yourself back to childhood. Also check out tide pools by the cape base, but please, please, do not disturb wild sea creatures and do not walk over barnacles. When hungry, remember that waiting for an hour to get a table at the restaurant is guaranteed. Consider crossing the street and getting a sandwich from the local market.

Beautiful beach with massive sand dunes and sea stacks just offshore. Excellent place to wander for an hour or two. A great blend of the rocky and sandy Oregon coast.

You can drive right down to the water here if you want. It's a nice, clean, and usually not too crowded place to hang out. My dog loves the beach, so we go as often as we can.

The beach area has easy access with your car or truck. We enjoyed the sand and the kids flew their kites. It was very scenic and peaceful.

Ideal spot for a short weekend trip with family/friends. Perfect for activities, beach, sun, good food, nature, sightseen.

Such a beautiful place, amazing views of the cliffs, caves, dunes and the ocean. At the low tide you can find starfish and other creatures on the rocks. Free admission and parking lot in August.

Food was amazing! Highly recommend stopping in to get anything on their menu, especially baked goods, to go! The service felt pretty slow on a Saturday morning but we could tell they were very busy and probably needed more people in the kitchen. The serving staff were friendly and again so busy. I thought the place would be quaint and cozy but shockingly loud with how many people were eating, the kitchen partly open, people waiting, and staff moving around. I would totally go back because the food was spectacular just try to time more off hours.

We had a bit of a wait but was totally worth it. My husband and I shared the Dory cod, pineapple, purple onion, and cabbage wrap - it was so good! We also split a bowl of creamy chicken noodle soup with sourdough baguette slices. It was all very delicious.

Probably the best biscuits and gravy I've had anywhere on the Oregon coast. Western Omlete was also Amazing. They seemed a little short handed, so service was on the slower end. Make sure you put your name on the list if you're waiting on a table. Overall excellent nosh!

Such a cute idea! Our breakfast was great! I could try all the things here!

I spent a few days recently staying nearby on the coast. Came here on a Thursday, ordered a tuna salad sandwich to go. The bread was fresh and the tuna as well. Although a little heavier on the mayo than I usually would prefer, overall an excellent meal. I will eat here again when I am in the area next. It’s busy, and I can see why.

Be prepared for a long brunch. We came here on a Saturday morning. Waited about 20 minutes to get seated. It took another hour for our food to arrive. The parking is on a gravel alleyways. The food was good and the staff was friendly.

Service is super friendly, coffee is great , and good God, the scones are good. The cherry almond scone is top-tier and they even do a biscuits and gravy with their savory scone which I had. 100% worth the drive out to visit, will absolutely be back soon.

The food was okay. I had the shrimp tacos. I've had better, and I've had worse. They had a decent beer selection. I really enjoyed the blond stout. The view could not be better. Amazing location! We even spotted two whales while eating on the patio!

This was a really great place. You can't beat the view. This was recommended to me and o can see why. The food was great, great quality, good flavor, I have to say some of my favorite fries is Oregon. We had some burgers and the ingredients including the beef are all locally sourced. It's a solid spot to check out.

It is very enjoyable for me and my family every time we go here. The food is outstanding, the service is excellent, and we haven't had to wait very long to be seated during any of our dining experiencs their. The view of the ocean and surrounding beach is fantastic, and the atmosphere and esthetic are energetic and feel very contemporary. Check out the pictures of the food, i think those pictures speak volumes about this dining experience.

We recently lunched here while vacationing in the area and enjoyed it! Realized it was a local chain the following day when we took a drive and noticed several other locations along the way! Lively atmosphere— would be great for families. They have a large patio overlooking the Pacific that was unfortunately full when we arrived so we took a table inside.

This was one of the better restaurants we dined at during our stay at Pacific City. The staff were very friendly and the food came out fairly quickly. The salmon, spicy burger, and the chicken piccata were flavorful. However, our biggest complaint was that the food was extremely pricy. Our three entrees costed 100$. Though the food was tasty, it was not worth the price.

Had an absolutely fantastic experience. Got sat fast, service was great. Our server was Jerry and he was on top of it! Made sure we had everything and did great. Food was spectacular as always. Best clam chowder ive ever had.

Stopped for lunch. I had calamari and clam chowder. They were both top notch. Finance has pretzels and cheese. Pretzels were just ok tasteing but the cheese was delicious. I had a beak breaker ipa, she had the Hefeweizen. Beer was excellent. What really separates this place from any other’s is the view. Pictures attached. We were inside but the outdoor patio is fabulous. One oddity, the bathrooms. The sinks are communal for everyone. Then there are doors for all single toilets. That everyone shares. While guys are used to this, most women are not used to sharing toilets with men they don’t live with. My finance was not a fan of the arrangement.

Charming seaside coffee shop! The interior is spacious and clean with a great view of the cape. The coffee is robust, but the pastries and food items leave room for improvement. Skip the coffee cake; it was underbaked, oily, and had a grainy texture. However, the cinnamon bliss pastry was delightful. Be prepared for high prices, with coffee costing between $6-10 and breakfast items priced from $5-14. Parking next door is convenient. This spot is perfect for an occasional seaside coffee indulgence or for settling in for an extended study session.

Great little coffee shop with lovely selection of pastries and seasonal beverages. Recommend getting here early in the day for pastries. The cannoli was yummy but a little soft by 10am. There is a fair bit of seating inside and a nice, airy feel. Parking can be challenging if you’re not waking over from the day use fee lot across the street.

Really cute spot walkable to Pacific City Beach. They have an on-site bakery and the drinks + goodies we had both days were capital D-elicious— especially the jalapeño + cheese bagel with cream cheese! 🥯 My husband + I were recently vacationing in the area (early July 2025). Both times we were there the wait time was extremely long…🫣 I own a food service establishment and try to be as patience and understanding as possible and we went back a second time because , well, it’s one of very few options in the area but we truly enjoyed our order the first time 😊 Definitely don’t take our long wait times as a reason to skip out on this place though— I’ll be dreaming about that bagel and the almond cake for a long time!✨

First time here and we thought it was great. It was very busy, but they were working very efficiently and I moved through pretty quickly, all things considered. Arrived around 9am on a Saturday and, indeed, the line was out the door, but I still made it to the ordering counter within about 10 minutes (I didn't actually time it, but I perceived it as pretty darn quick given the length of the line). After ordering, my wait was only about 5 minutes for a drip coffee, 20oz cold brew, 2 breakfast sandwiches, and a bakery dessert. The coffee and food were both great. Bonus: the breakfast sandwiches were larger than we were expecting.

I stopped by Stimulus for a a cozy experience, but I was really disappointed. The service was incredibly rude—the staff was rude, didn’t smile once and acted like I was bothering them by ordering. The coffee itself was even worse — bland, over -roasted, and just plain burnt. For a a cozy place nestled on the beach, it was surprisingly bad. The only saving grace was the pastries — they were actually really good and seemed fresh. But unfortunately, that’s not enough to make up for the poor service and terrible coffee. I won’t be coming back. Ps. I never got my vanilla cold foam

A gem of a coffee shop right across the street from the beach access parking lot. You can even get views of the rocks and waves from seats in the dining area. Coffee is great, pastry was amazing after a long day in the car, and there were plenty of snack options for the family. We recharged and relaxed before heading down to the water to explore. Definitely worth a stop in before you get back on the road.

We drive down to Pacific city the day after the big storm to get a bite. We ordered the veggie flatbread, bacon and egg sandwich, iced mocha, coffee cake and cappuccino. The coffees were excellent. I especially loved my cappuccino and the coffee bean they use is spectacular. On the other extreme, the flatbread and coffee cake were disappointing. Sandwiches are premade, so expect to not be able to make substitutions. Also all vegetarian options are vegan, which is a bummer. Service is friendly and views of the ocean are great.

Orders are taken at the walk-up window and then you wait for your number to be called for pick-up (listen closely!)👂🏼 The patio only had 1 small picnic table so we took our tacos closer to the beach for a better view 🌊 We shared the grilled mahi mahi tacos and the grilled cod tacos. At $14 and $17 and for 2 relatively small tacos per order seemed a little steep. We realized after ordering that all sides were ala cart so it was literally just the 2 tacos each 🤔 We agreed that the mahi mahi was better (and more flavorful) than the cod but for the price, both were kind-of disappointing. It was mostly cabbage and pineapple and the corn tortillas tasted a bit raw/cold ☹️ I’ve since seen photos of others’ breakfast burritos that look phenomenal. If we’re ever back in the area we’ll give them a try for breakfast✨

We grabbed a bite for dinner the night we arrived into town. You order from the walk-up window and wait for your order number to be called. There’s a very small patio to the back with I think only 1 picnic table, but we took ours to-go and ate closer to the beach. We shared 2 Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos + 2 Grilled Cod Tacos 🌮🌊💥

2 flavorless tacos for $18. Thats $9 a taco. Hubby got a beans rice and cheese, burrito with added carne asada and it was white rice, whole black beans, mozzarella cheese and a sprinkling of carne asada. Zero flavor. Waste of $40. Terrible food.

Don’t let the name fool you—they serve excellent breakfast burritos until 11. The chorizo burrito, made with local Zenner’s chorizo, is packed with flavor and definitely worth trying. Great food, great quality!

We've eaten here the last two times visiting Cape Kiwanda. What a prime location. We visited during the surf competition, and it was perfect to grab some tacos and head down to the beach. The grilled fish tacos were perfect. It's not cheap, but what is? Given the location it totally makes sense. And the vibes were perfect.

The food is SO tasty and fresh!! We ordered a mix of different items, including a cheeseburger, some kids meal items, the delicious clam chowder, and my personal favorite: the Baja halibut tacos. I’m fairly picky with my seafood, and I had absolutely no complaints!! And the staff was so friendly!! Hope I get to eat here one more time before my trip is done.

Demeanor of order-taker was of doing us a favor. Four of us each had a lunch plate of either fish tacos or fish bowls with a warm white sauce on rice; one of us had a beer and the rest water. Shop is on the main road with no ocean view and a couple of picnic tables. Food was okay (two of us had intestinal illness the next day but not certain of what caused it), $105 for a self serve taco stand. Next time to this beautiful beach we'll bring our lunch.

Beautiful beach with a haystack rock and sand dunes. We had fun climbing up and down the sand dunes and enjoyed the views. You can drive onto the beach as well

Beautiful beach. Not too windy due to dunes. No cars on the sand on the left. The only cars are on the boat launch side. We love the soft sand and small waves. Great for body boarding. It is very cold though in the water. Would highly recommend bringing a wet suit.

Top beach to bring your family for a good time and home of the climbing dune! The kids love exploring also, and it was just such a good time every time we come here. Everyone here is respectful and kind. We brought our dog this time, and he was the star of the day. Other dogs from all types are well-behaved also. The beach is probably one of the best for having hot showers! And super clean. I was impressed. The parking cost is fair ( $10), and I felt super safe, which is important, I feel like for families nowadays. The Pelican Brewing Restaurant is always popular and a good place to enjoy some drinks and food! Will be back.

We went Sunday July 20th and it was the busiest ive seen here in Oregon(born and raised in California) but still pleeeenty of open areas to set up chairs and a blanket. Most dogs were on leash (thankfully), huge sand hill for kids/adults to snowboarding down, lots of skim boarders, several trying to surf but waves were maybe 3ft at the highest and mose were on long boards or paddle boards. Windy enough for kites but not cold until maybe 6pm

Absolutley gorgeous beach with a sand dune you can climb! It’s steep but worth it— the views from the top are breathtaking 🤩

A beautiful beach on the opposite side of large sand dunes in Pacific City, showcasing the gorgeous fake Haystack rock, and what remains of Edith Kiwanda. 😏 Looking south on this beach you will see Cascade Head, which is the landmass that separates the north coast from the central coast, and Neskowin (the next town south) from Otis, The Salmon River and Lincoln City. A short walk or drive south on the beach you will find Bob Straub State Park, formerly known as Nestucca Spit State Park, along the Nestucca Spit. On the other side of the bay mouth you have Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge. This is a perfect beach to relax and enjoy yourself picnicking, beachcombing, surf fishing or standing in the surf. Not too busy, likely due to the price tag attached to visiting here, as it has as ridiculous day use parking fee of $10, which I had no idea before I pulled in and promptly did not pay... As everyone else there that day did as well. But don't get me ranting about Oregon charging their own residents a ever increasing amount just to visit our own state parks... Perhaps a video on that will be coming soon on either Trippin' Outdoors or TheCriminalViolin, my YouTube channels that such a video would fit on. There is a outhouse here as well, but it was easily the worst or second worst OH I've ever been in before. They clearly do not maintain that enough, likely intentionally and I have a theory of why that is. Perhaps that'll also turn into its own video. I think it's a interesting strat of Pacific City if the theory is presumed correct. Ignoring the price and the crappy (literally) OH, this is a great beach, and gets 5/5 stars. If you include those two aspects, this is easily a 2.75/5 star beach.

I love this beach! I've been here multiple times in the last couple of years, and it's always a lovely place to visit. I will admit, it is a very popular beach so there are usually lots of people here and parking can be hard to find on busy weekends. But the "hike" up the dune is fun, and there are always nice views from the top! I brought the dog once and had no issues with sand fleas like pups occasionally get on Oregon beaches.

Great time caught a variety of fish and alot of crab. Captain Mark First Mate Buddy were awesome! We came from MT. First time charter fishing ! Definitely recommend Pacific City Fishing Co 5 star ! Will definitely DO IT AGAIN! Thank you Captain Mark and Pacific City Fishing!! Bill McRae Billings MT!

What a great experience! This company really cares for its clients. We went out caught some cod and rock fish and pulled up some crab. Mark and staff then cooked the crab and boy was it off the chain. They also filet the fish and vacuum seal it for you to go. Definitely best in the business. Thanks for the special day and some good ole southern hospitality.

Our group of 4 had a wonderful crabbing excursion with Captain Mark and first mate Buddy. Perfect weather and brought back all the crab we could possibly want. We had the added bonus of drifting around with a surfacing pack of humpback whales. Thanks to Linda for planning a smooth trip - and Willow for helping with videos and adding a touch of youth to the crew!

If I could give 10 stars I would!!! Mark was fantastic! Friendly, funny, and just an all around great guy. AND we caught fish!! My first Dory boat trip was everything I thought it would be. I plan to make it an annual trip with my sons and grandsons.

Mark and Buddy worked hard for us and put us on crabs and fish. Comfortable boat. Nice processing of fish and crabs at their shop after we came in.

10 out of 10 Oregon experience! My son and I had a blast with Mark and Buddy! We had never been fishing on the Ocean before, and they taught us everything we needed to know with incredible patience and humor. A beautiful day we will remember forever

An adventure, for sure! From the Dory launch, to the landing- you are in for a treat. We would definitely recommend an excursion with Mark and we will be back for a second round when we are back on the coast. In order to ensure a great time, read the information provided and set yourself up for success with the right clothing (rain gear!) and the right mindset. Mark will make sure you have an amazing time and get a great catch! We walked away with a bakers dozen of fish and way more crab than we anticipated. Thanks Mark & Linda, for the great time.

So out in about and very quiet and Serene out there peaceful fishing spots peaceful camping spots

Beautiful river. Didn't have much luck catching steelhead, but the weather was not favorable.

Beautiful river warm for swimming. Right off highway 101 just passed fox grocery in beaver oregon

Extremely fun

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.

Went here for a bucket list adventure and the only bad thing about it was that I should have booked a 2 hour ride instead of 1 hour.. It was such a great experience and I think everyone should do this at least once in a lifetime.. The horse was so beautiful and well mannered and the guide was very friendly and helpful.. Wish I could have gotten more pictures..

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.

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!

I was just browsing through my pictures from a vacation back in 2015 and was thinking fondly of the beach ride we took. I realized that I never wrote a review of the company that provided such a great time! It's been three years, so I don't remember any names (except for my horse, Tiny). But Green Acres was a blast! The staff was very friendly and personable. The horses were all kind, gentle, and healthy. Our guide was fun and her dog accompanied us the whole way. It was fun to watch the little scamp chase the seagulls on the beach. All-in-all, I would say the experience offered was well worth the cost. You won't be disappointed if you take a ride with Green Acres!

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.

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!!!

They had a good bourbon selection and also had a dish I've never eaten before. I believe it was elk, chorizo, and Italian sausage over large rigatoni and some garlic bread. We would definitely come back here.

We were exploring new areas of the coast that we've never been, and stumbled upon this lovely little spot in Pacific City. The fish and chips, steamer clams, and ahi tacos were all wonderful. Our server Anthony(?) was also awesome.

The food was good. I had fish & chips and clam chowder, in the dining room. Although they were short staffed that night my order was taken promptly and my food was served in a timely manner. The fish was crispy outside and moist inside; but I thought the breading was a little bland. The fries (chips) were good, well seasoned and enjoyable. But the real winner of the meal was the chowder. It was top notch; had a smoky flavor, the classic were tender and tasted fresh, and there were pieces of real celery and bacon, which was a surprise and very pleasant. This is now one of my 3 favorite clam chowders on the Oregon Coast. On a subsequent day I ordered the same with onion rings substituted for the fries. It did not change my opinion of the fish or the chowder. I was disappointed with the onion rings, they were soggy and cold. I do take into consideration it was takeout. But I will say they were well seasoned and very savory, if I had them right from the kitchen and hot, they might be good. As for the atmosphere it is a basic sports bar concept. The dining room is small, so there could be a wait on a busy night, but I found it comfortable and I did not find it noisy either time I was there.

We had a wonderful lunch here on their patio. Their corn chowder is extremely flavorful, and we were lucky to get the osso bucco before they ran out. This was a gem for sure on our trip to the coast.

Get the Lasagna!!! We have been eating seafood all week, so I asked the wait person what locals eat. She recommended a few things, and the house made Lasagna with red sauce stuck in my head. It was the right choice. Next time we are in Pacific City, I'll have to come eat here again for sure.

my partner and i are currently in a relentless pursuit of the best fish and chips dish along the coast of oregon, which has been quite a caper indeed. having eaten a cornucopia of fish and chip facsimile, i was well-prepared to conduct another investigation here at the oar house bar & grill. we ordered the clam chowder and caesar salad, as well as the tuna poke. as luck would have it, i wore my new blue shirt purchased from a near-out-of-business adventure outfitter and was comfortable in my seat throughout the lunch. we had been sat on the patio, where a stiff breeze blew. or, is it in the patio amidst the resolute winds? the restaurant is located on the far side of the road from the river, but you can see a red canoe go by if you look for it.

After a disappointing experience at a restaurant across the street, we decided to give this place a try—and wow, are we glad we did! Everything about this dining experience was exceptional from start to finish. The food was absolutely amazing. Every single person in our group walked away impressed and satisfied. Not one dish missed the mark. The oyster shooters were massive and packed with flavor—definitely a standout. For the quality and portion sizes, the prices were more than fair. You really get incredible value here. What truly made the night memorable, though, was the outstanding service. Our server, Rebecca, was phenomenal—genuinely kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. She made us feel right at home and took the entire experience to another level. The wine selection was also excellent and perfectly paired with our meal. This restaurant far exceeded our expectations and completely turned our vacation dining experience around. We ended up coming back multiple times. Highly, highly recommend!

The space is very welcoming and open space. They offer indoor and outdoor seating and the wine and beer selection is top notch. They also offer an assortment of goods, like sweets, snacks and hot sauce.

We come here every time we are in town. They have done a great job with their wines. The sparkling Syrah is by far our favorite. The atmosphere is very relaxing. Their collection of prepackaged, specialty goods is top-notch. The eclectic sense of humor is really awesome.

My husband and I have been looking forward to visiting Twist, but put it off for a while due to COVID. We found that they offer outdoor seating in a sunny spot that is mostly protected from the wind so we gave it a shot. The indoor area is large enough to hold several tables, 2 or 3 of them for large groups, and about 6 fitting groups of up to 4. It is bright and airy. I chose a wine flight of 4 wines for $10 and (as most places do) they also provided one more on the house. My husband picked out a beer on draft (Bouy Cream Ale). We both enjoyed our selections! I ended up ordering a glass of their 2020 Shy Chenin - Sparkling Syrah, while my husband had a glass of Bend Brewing Co’s Killer Stashe Pale Ale. We enjoyed it all so much that we brought a guest on our next trip and plan to return with more friends soon. You can order small plates if you want ranging in price from $8-$16.

Enjoyed sitting outside in the outdoor seating area (stools and wine barrel tables) on a fine sunny day. Hubby and I shared the wine flight, Boneyard Pilsner and the Roasted hazelnut & red pepper dip with chips. All we're really tasty, especially enjoyed conversing with vintner Chenin and hearing some of the history behind Twist Wines. Ended up buying a few bottles to go we enjoyed them so much.

We love Twist, Chenin and Sean are fantastic hosts and the Sangria is amazing! Twist has a great selection of beer and craft delicacies as well, I picked up some cheese curds and smoked paprika the other day and both are delicious! The vibe inside is cool and comfy. Then there is the outdoor patio, our favorite with our dogs on a sunny afternoon for a little sangria sippin.

We visited from Tierra Del Mar for a birthday. They accommodated 10+ of us all doing a flight tasting of the wines they make. They also brought us out a special pour for our flight! Excellent cheese and meat boards too. Great service- a must stop! They have awesome brews on draft and in the cooler to take to go. Can buy packs or singles. Of course they also sell the wines they make!

Hidden gem in pacific city. Don’t let the name fool ya, they have a great to-go beer selection and you can usually find Pliny on tap throughout the year. Friendly owners, good atmosphere and delicious libations.

Twin Creeks Beach and Trail Rides was absolutely amazing. We had a group of 6 and everyone had an absolute blast. Jeff and Tina were amazing with navigating the booking process and very responsive. Upon arrival, it was a quick sign in process and then Tina gave a detailed explanation on how to ride and a safety briefing. All of the horses were well trained and everyone felt very comfortable. There were two tour guides for our hour beach ride; one leading the group and one assisting the horses near the end and also took pictures using one of the groups personal phone to ensure to capture the moment. All and all, an amazing experience! We'll definitely book again next time were in the area.

My sister and I took our kiddos out on this as a special excursion during a family reunion trip at the coast. The kids had a blast! Most of us had ridden at least once before and were fairly comfortable on the horses. My niece had never been on a horse and she was very brave- her horse Bella likes to lag behind then trot a bit to catch up! We enjoyed a half hour walk on the beach and then a half hour up the dunes and back through some forest. Responsive horses, beautiful atmosphere- a bit pricey but a lot of fun and a great coastal experience! Would highly recommend for anyone who has ridden a horse before- or brave first timers.

Loved the experience!! They care about their 13 horses and have a easy gentle comradely with each other. They gave info about the area and explained everything. Realized after though, that my stirrups were too low. The grass/dunes we're pulling my legs awkwardly. I'm a rookie and didn't know to ask for them a big higher and just plain didn't realize. I didn't feel as secure in the saddle as I'd like. Next time I'll know. Next time, I'll ride with them again too.

WOW!! This ride was so amazing! They are very professional, they were very thorough with their instructions and directions, and made everybody feel very comfortable on the horses, no matter what our level of expertise was. The place on the beach that we took the horses was just stunningly beautiful, we got to ride them on the beach and then up on the dunes and all the horses are very well trained and it was just a great experience

This was a fabulous time. I took my teen grand-daughters and they loved it. One hour was enough to enjoy but not too much to be sore the next day. The guides were amazing, kind and helpful. Some of our group had never ridden before and they received help and guidance to safely enjoy the experience. Definite high five for everyone involved. Especially the sweet horses!

Absolutely loved my experience at Twin Creeks Beach & Trail Rides! From the moment I arrived, the team made me feel welcomed and comfortable. They’re incredibly sweet, thoughtful, and it’s clear they truly love and respect their horses, and their clients too. Before the ride, they went over everything thoroughly, making sure we were safe and confident. The horses were so well cared for and gentle, and the whole experience felt peaceful, magical, and full of heart. I can’t recommend this place enough. Can’t wait to come back! 🐎🌊✨

Great group experience! We did this on a bachelorette trip and it was amazing. Our tour guides were great and made sure we were all having a great time. They even took so many pictures, which I wasn’t expecting, to capture the moment. Definitely recommend as a memorable experience.

Too expensive for corner store candy. Especially after taxes and shipping. $3.45 each item on average for regular size candy. I spent $38 on only 11 candy items that were regular size! 3 stars for having some old time candy available.

Amazing candy store! First off, the space is beautiful and so well done. They have a fantastic selection, and the service was top-notch. The owners were incredibly kind and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. Highly recommend checking this place out!

Unique assortment of gummy candy that the kids loved and unique flavors of taffy including cotton candy, pineapple, plus the regulars. Also had some delicious fudge! Super clean and very cute overall, will definitely be back!

Super friendly owners and the most delicious ice-cream. Really fairly priced for the quality of the product. We will definitely be back later this week! Thank you

Outstanding! I found my favorite sea foam in both light and dark chocolate. Great atmosphere and wonderful couple running the shop. Love it.

For sweet treats, like good old saltwater taffy, chocolates, and Tillamook ice cream, this is the place to go. It's located in The Village shops with a couple boutiques and outdoor seating. We sampled a bunch of different treats and enjoyed them all. For more recommended things to do in this area, search google for "Intentional Travelers Pacific City" to find more info on our blog :)

Perhaps the best candy store on the coast and I’ve visited them all. Spacious, beautifully curated collection and a kind knowledgeable staff.

Kilo (sorry if I got spelling wrong) my surf lesson instructor gave me a key life memory. I was born and raised in Oregon and grew up swimming in the frigid Oregon ocean water, but always felt surfing was an activity you had to fly half way across the world to experience. Nah, just a 1.5 hour drive and a chill surf shop in Pac City and you can get pitted :). I had no excuses not to try it and Kilo didn't let me make any excuses while trying it. Exhausted with a smile permanently stuck to my face. Thank you Kilo and thank you Moment Surf Co. You do Oregon surfing (chef kiss emoji)

Fantastic experience at the beach in Pacific City at Moment surf shop! I took my eight-year-old grandson there for a surf lesson. I wasn’t expecting too much success because of my own experience surfing many years ago and knowing how difficult it was. However, Deklyn, the instructor had my 8 year old grandson riding waves standing up within minutes!! He had a great experience and it was a wonderful confidence builder. I think he has a new hobby for life. Thanks to the wonderful people at Moment Surf Shop for helping create these memories. Great “moments!”

By far the most amazing and friendly surf shop I’ve been too! Staff are helpful and easy to work with. They’ve got the coolest shirts, hats etc.. I highly recommend stopping in even if it’s just to check out the merch. I had a small issue with a t shirt after washing it, I let them know and they sent me a new shirt with an updated print design and a nice letter apologizing for the problem. Only ever good experiences here! Support your local surf shop!

This is a fun little surf shop. They have billabong, dakine, moment branded items, and OluKai among others.. lots of wetsuits, surfing gear, hats, slippers, sun glasses and fun little things.. staff were super friendly and helpful, they definitely exceeded my expectations which was nice. We hauled in 4 kids with us and figured they would be annoyed.. it was the opposite, they entertained us trying on hats from high up and the kids trying on different pairs of glasses. Highly recommend this store, it’s got a great vibe and adds to the overall awesomeness of Pacific City!

Quick board and wetsuit rentals. Good place to get some basic surf safety tips also (like where the rip-tide is). Simple and nice changing facilities also with a shower for removal of sandy wetsuit afterwards. Popular burrito place next door.

Rad little surf shop in Pacific City with a solid selection of clothing and gear. PC is lucky to have this shop for clothing, surf boards and rental gear too. Owned by good people and you'd be hard pressed to find another shop like this you would have to drive an hour north or south!!!

Our family owns a beach home here so we always visit this shop when we need to rent extra wet suits for the family that visit during the summers. Cute little surf shop conveniently located.

Wow!!! This food was amazing and just hit the spot on a cold, rainy afternoon! I got the Denver omelette and my husband got the giant chicken fried steak. They both came with such savory, perfect hash browns and we got sour dough and cinnamon raisin toast on the side. My mouth is so happy!

I walked from my hotel on a Friday morning for breakfast at this small classic diner and bakery. It was busy and I was seated after a short wait. I reviewed the menu and ordered the three Pancakes Special with sausage links and one egg. The menu inculdes French Toast, omelets, steak and eggs, and much more. I ate a pastry and received my order in about fifteen minutes with no problems. The pancakes were light and fluffy with good taste. The egg and sausage links had good taste and were not overcooked. Located on Brooten Road in Pacific City past the Shell station with limited parking. Cash and check are the only forms of payment accepted. A nice place to have breakfast with friendly service, good food with lunch options, and a classic diner vibe.

This is a small breakfast/ lunch place. You may have to wait for a table but it's worth it. We had breakfast there. Eggs, tasted like Mom made them, and raisin toast. It was very good. They have much to select from! Service was very good.

This place was incredible. Been to PC two other times and never stopped here. Now I have fomo for what I have missed. Everything was delicious. Like the food I remember my grandma making. Not fancy, just plain good!!

Very good chicken fried steak. Bring cash though. They don't take credit cards. Had to leave my daughter while I ran home and got cash. Was a little disappointing to do that to her during a special breakfast. That said the food was good and the service was pleasant. Very small dining area.

What a hidden gem. We stopped in here for breakfast. It was an absolutely amazing experience. Servers we're super kind, amazing and friendly. Cute regular locals get their own coffee cups. Quaint spot, with fun decor for Valentine's day, Pastry display had me drooling. My boyfriend and I had breakfast. Food was fast, hot and just scrumptious! Coffee was hot and topped off accordingly. What an amazing experience. Go support local! You won't regret going here!!!

This place accepts cash or check ONLY!! This is why I have it 4 stars rather than 5. I did not know this until we were eating and luckily we had just enough cash on us to cover the meal. I am a credit card person who doesn’t carry that much cash with me. There was no sign on the door that it was a cash only place. I noticed a tiny sign on top on the cash register after we started eating. Now onto the food. Food was good. Prices are GREAT. You get a decent amount of food with your order. Coffee was okay. Standard restaurant quality. It’s a small place with indoor and outdoor seating. We drove 18 miles to eat here and were very happy with our order. The staff were friendly and wonderful. I ordered a cinnamon roll to go and once I got home I ate it and it was the best cinnamon roll I have ever eaten. They make their pastries AND bread in house. Worth the drive if you are with in a hour from this cute little restaurant.

Our server Ryan was excellent as was our food and wine. We had the Ahi Poke Bowl and the Salmon. Highly recommend and will definitely be back when in town.

The Riverhouse was a nice experience! All of the staff we encountered was kind and enjoyable to be around. I had a glass of Pinot Gris and ordered the Cioppino, which was so good! The seafood was cooked perfectly and the broth had good veggies and flavor. I only wish there was a little more crab!! I was really impressed with the food quality and would recommend this spot if you're in Pacific City. It's small so reservations are probably a good option so you get a spot. We made reservations the day of and the hostess was sweet! Good experience overall!

The service here was awful. We ordered drinks, didn't come until we reminded him twice. Wrong entree served, but was corrected. We got asked three times if we wanted dessert, the last two times he had already taken our card and then didn't cash us out until we stood there waiting by the table for like 10 minutes. With that said, the food was delicious, I would return again, but ask for a different server. I definitely recommend calling for a reservation.

This restaurant was absolutely incredible. We visited here on our trip from Colorado and this meal was easily the very best we have had on our trip. The clam chowder is bursting with flavor, oh so good! I had the fried ling cod which was amazing. The cod was so buttery, just really a treat. My wife had the fish tacos which were especially fresh with the vegetables, just delicious. Dessert was very special, homemade cheesecake brownie. Our server Nicole took such great care of us! Thanks to all the staff here for making this such a lovely meal! Very grateful.

I’m just a girl from Wisconsin that loves great hospitality and delicious food…and the Riverhouse had exactly that! We ended up here by chance at the end of our 17 hour travel day and boy did we luck out! As soon as we walked in and smelled the aromas from the kitchen and saw how busy it was, we knew we were in for a treat. The hostess was incredibly friendly, handled the stress of a busy turn over of tables well, and went above and beyond to chat with us and serve us a glass of wine while we waited. Our server was equally as great- down to earth and prompt. After solid recommendations we ended up enjoying a cup of chowder (YUM!), a crab roll and the salmon. All of it was 10/10. We were so impressed by the freshness and quality of the food. It was clear that our meals were prepared to order and made with care. We would go back in a heart beat. We absolutely suggest this as a stop to anyone in the area!

The food and service were outstanding. I recommend making a reservation because this place is so good that there can be a long (but worth it) wait to be sat. The staff was knowledgeable and personable and very efficient. If we're in the area again this is where we want to go. This restaurant is a little more upscale and pricey but it has amazingly fresh, local ingredients and a nice wine list. White we waited for our table literally every table that left was raving about how good the food is so this wasn't just my husband and I who were so impressed with this place. Enjoy your visit, it's well worth it.

Buzzy (and busy!) little seafood spot. About a dozen tables so the 6 top took a long while to be seated (to be fair we didn't want the first table offered, by the entrance), but Steve (the owner, we're guessing) kept us well hydrated while we waited. Reservations definitely a must. The food was generally outstanding with the scallops and risotto, and the ciopino standouts. The lobster Mac was a bit of a let down (too dry, too much pasta). Decent wine selection at a fair markups. Lucy, Charlize (sp?) and her team were great, working a very crowded floor. Do yourself favor and go to this little local gem over the fancy joint at the Meridian.

Friendly, knowledgeable, attentive staff made our tandem kayaking experience great for the two hours we spent on the water. We used a penguin paddle kayak. We got a great lower body work out. Saw seals in the river, beautiful landscapes from the middle of the river. Up river about 5 miles. We will be back.

Perfect chance to try kayaking with pedal kayak! Staff is very helpful and friendly. Bathrooms right next door. This is an affordable way to get on the water and see what you can't see from the car on the road. This was a highlight of our vacation on the Oregon coast.

Had a great experience trying out different styles of kayaks on the river and discussing kayak options for sale. Friendly managers and wonderfully helpful. The shop also sells life jackets, glassware, t-shirts, sunglasses, and fishing gear.

We had a great time kayaking on the four person watercraft. Bring a drink and relax with your hands free!

Awesome place for kayak. I brought my dog to try kayak together. The staffs have been very nice and helpful to get my dog on board of the kayak. This was the first kayak adventure for my dog and he was very clam to enjoy the views and wildlife. We surely recommend Nestucca Adventures. We will go kayak in here again if we are around :)

Great people, awesome shop. So helpful for us newbies, set us up with amazing equipment for a very good price. Such a beautiful place to kayak too, saw a bald eagle right across from the launch. 10 out of 10, will come back again!

Love this place! Excellent service and a great place to take your SUP or kayak or rent one! You can bring your own and have a friend rent one if they don't have one. Public bathroom available as well. Many people fish as well. Shallow clear water makes it a fun place to jump into cool water.

We booked this for an anniversary celebration. We were not able to specify which trailer site we wanted and were given a random site off in a corner next to a couple of their rental trailers. All gravel and so close to the rental trailer we could only use one side of the picnic table. The closest women’s bathroom had 2 toilets, one positioned so close to the wall and toilet paper dispenser you had sit sideways to use it. The other didn’t flush properly. Floor was dirty, bathroom door looked disgusting. Approaching the bathroom, cigarette butts were thrown everywhere. Overall the place was worn out and dirty. Nice amenities for kids. Closeness to the beach and restaurants a plus. For the money spent, I expected more. The campground down the road is in better condition and a lot cheaper. I will think hard about staying here again.

Absolutely not worth the almost $1000 cost for a 3 night stay. The online photos are very misleading. Very disappointed. Drove 4 hours for a vacation we had been looking forward to for several months, only to be given an extremely dirty airstream( had not been cleaned from previous guests). Staff did not seem shocked and were only mildly apologetic. We were told they were having a hard time with their housekeeping staff, which was made obvious throughout our stay. In fact, our original airstream unit was not cleaned until the next day. We were given a second airstream and were given the wrong code to get into it. We had to call the office to get the right code and the office staff seemed put out. The outdoor garbage cans in our new campsite were extremely full upon our arrival and there were spiderwebs everywhere, including inside the unit. The beds are uncomfortable, the wifi did not work, the shower was a trickle and barely got warm. The hot tub and the ice machine were broken. The close proximity to restaurants and beaches and the Apple TV was the only saving grace. That and the cute little bunnies running around the property. We should have asked for a full refund after the first issue. We most likely would not stay here again and would have a hard time recommending it to anyone.

My family and I stayed in an RV spot for a long weekend. The sites are great, but on the smaller side. There are lots of rabbits running around and can be hand fed. The location is incredible, and its just a short walk to the beach, the store & brewery. Hart's Camp also has put-put golf, and indoor swimming pool, a gym & corn hole. I would definitely stay here again.

We just had an amazing couple days at Hart's. The location is unbeatable, the spots are roomy and there is lots to do. There are great restaurants within a few minutes and if you are doing a Oregon Coast road trip this is a must stay!

If you have children I would say the amenities they offer would make it worth the price. For me just wanting a nice campsite near the beach it was not worth it. $100+ a night - Campsite was run down, sites are extremely close together. Area around the sites some have a little grass, some have gravel, mine was more dust than anything. I was put in a "campsite" that backed directly to the store rear parking lot. I've had nicer sites in the back of a Cracker Barrel. If you are going to put people in the low rent district it should charged accordingly. Booked for 4 nights and left after 2. Just not a relaxing place to be. I never understand RV places that can't find an extra 4 feet so you don't have to smell your neighbors. Will not be returning.

Had to cancel our stay. We've been staying their for years. Our 5th wheel is acting up so we can't make it and we called 4 days before our stay there and they won't refund our deposit. Talk about poor customer service. Thank you for the partial refund. Very much appreciated. Looking forward to next time.

Bathrooms are super dirty. Sites are literally right beside each other with nothing between. But there are wild bunnies running around, free e bike and sand board rentals and the pool is nice and warm 🙌🏼 if the facilities were cleaner I would give 5 stars

Good spot to drive on the beach, you can head to the right or left once you’re down there. Wouldn’t recommend going down that path unless you have a 4x4 as I saw a couple of cars getting stuck. Nice that they allow bonfires at night which is awesome. Can be pretty full on weekends though, and honestly prefer the Gearhart area if you have a choice since there is a lot more space to keep distance from others and be alone with the ocean!

Beautiful drivable beach. Great for families, kids, dogs and small fires, beach combing and flying kites. Narrow, rough road to the beach but folks are courteous. Be careful not to touch the jellyfish!

We absolutely love this beach. You can drive in a huge section of the beach and as always, recommend 4x4 because there are areas of soft dune sand. There are at least two points on access and we prefer to drive to the northern access point rather than the signed area off the road. Easier to navigate. While the tide pools aren't as awesome as on the other side of Cape Kiwanda, you can traverse a rocky area to get a really beautiful look at where the sandstone meets the sea.

Do not drive on this beach unless you want your car to get stuck. That’s exactly what happened to us. The car was sort of sinking into the sand and the tires were more than halfway buried. It was very painful to push it off the beach.

Even when the weather sucks it is a great experience to drive your car onto the beach. We stayed in the car this time but there were loads of people walking around.

Beautiful beach! Gorgeous sunsets! Would highly recommend. Dogs allowed. Sand dunes and rock formations on site. Great for photos! You can park and walk or drive on the beach itself. A secret treasure for sure 🥳

A nice kind of hidden/secluded beach access.

Tina and Bob are the absolute best. As a matter of fact, every single staff member was absolutely lovely, kind and considerate. We celebrated my best friends bachelorette here by making candles and drinking wine. It was fantastic. An amazing memory. Bob hosted the best bingo game ever! If you are in town please come here!! It is fabulous. You will be treated like family immediately.

The service was really great and such a fun experience. We went with a large group for a bachelorette party and were set up in a large room by ourselves. There was a door to the front patio from our room and we were able to go in and out for pictures. Definitely recommend

10/10 candle making experience! The staff were all so helpful and sweet. They have so many colors, decorations, and scents to choose from too. I highly recommend!

We don’t drink alcohol, but we love coffee!😃 What a great spot to stop by the beach and it’s pet friendly too!! Very nice staff here that were super helpful when we dumped our first drink on our pup.🙃 The scones are delicious- Pepper approves!🐶💕

Bob and Tina are absolutely incredible! We had the BEST time doing wine tasting and candle making with them. Their hospitality is unmatched, and they went above and beyond to make our bachelorette weekend unforgettable. Every detail was perfect, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and we left with great memories and amazing candles. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, unique, and personal experience!

Tina, Bob, and all of their staff were incredibly sweet and helpful during our candle making class! Such an amazing experience for my friend’s bachelorette party. Makes it even better that the wine was delicious! Couldn’t recommend them more for an event, celebration, or fun group activity.

Super cute wine place!! My partner and I stopped in just to burn some time before checking in to our hotel and were very happy. The atmosphere is relaxed, both workers we interacted with were super friendly and very knowledgeable. Let us try quite a few wines before picking what we wanted which was very sweet. Definitely check it out ! They have more than just wine too for those who prefer other beverages.

Extremely steep sand dune. We hiked up the face of the dune. I do recommend if you are in good shape to run down the hill, leaping with each step, it made us feel like kids again and like we were flying! So much fun

Arrived at low tide. This is the time to go if you like tide pools. It has one of the largest tide pools on the OR coast. The tide pools are a short walk (about .50 mile) from the parking lot. The Large dunes are also about that far from the parking lot.

The beach and the dunes were a fun experience as we headed down the Oregon coast. Fun to watch the Dory boats come in and read the history of this unique type of fishing.

Getting to the top of the sand dune is little hard but definitely doable, the view from the top are worth the effort Lots of food options around Rest rooms and parking lot are well maintained Highly recommend the visit

Beautiful and fun! Climbing the dune is a workout but worth it for the views. Sand dollars and jellyfish on the beach!

Worth the steep sandy hike! The views at the top were outstanding! 🤩🌲🌊

Beautiful, soft sand makes for a soft feel on the feet, but a strenuous climb up the dune. The view from the top is well worth it on a clear day like the one we had today. Our group enjoyed hiking the dune, walking the path to look out over the cape, and playing in the surf.

We had a very relaxing Spa day at Tidepools. Oliver the massage therapist was amazing. I would recommend this spa to anyone who is visiting or lives near Pacific City.

The experience at tidepools was a mixed bag. The price does not equate to the experience. In all transparency I had a gift card so that is how I found it. My friend and I had very different experiences. Oliver gave my friend her massage and she rated him a 6 out of 10. He rushed and she was done and out of the room in 75 minutes for a 90 minute massage. My person who I can’t remember her name did an a great job. She was an 8/9 out of 10. I enjoyed mine and felt very relaxed. We mention this to the receptionist as we were settling up. She spoke with the manager that was very nice and responsive to us. We were told that the 90 minute massage was really an 75 to 80 minute massage because they put the turn around time onto the customer. My friend who gets way more massage says that she has never heard of the room turn around time being placed in the customer. Regardless no communication happen when I booked via the phone. We did get a 5% discount ($11). Another thing that was told to me during the reservation is that take on 22% service fee ($50) which was 18% gratitude for the massage and 4% to ??? I was more than happy to give that amount of a tip but my friend not so much! Long post but a 90 minute massage in Portland is 150 to 180. $230 is over priced and if you count the mandatory service fee it was $289 and change it is overpriced and under performed. Thank God for a gift card ! Save your money or find a different spot on the beach to go.

An outstanding experience. We loved our massages and spent a couple hours enjoying the hot tub, steam room and even got food delivered from upstairs. Desk staff at the spa were 5 star with service! Only weird thing was that someone brought their children to the spa which totally killed the relaxing atmosphere, and they let one of their kids go in the hot tub wearing a diaper. I definitely think this experience would be better as adults only.

It’s been some time since we received our massages at this place, but I still can’t get the experience off my mind. First of all, the massage therapist, Oliver, was sick. He was not a little sick, but very sick. For the entire 90 minutes, we had to listen to him wheeze, snort, sniff, and rasp. Every breath he made was a reminder we had a sick person hanging over our body in a tiny room. He was forced to excuse himself from the room to cough, making the experience shorter than it should have been and additionally awkward. What’s more, the man’s fingernails were too long and my husband and I were left with marks. I could not wear the dress I bought especially for our anniversary dinner at Meridian because it showed the fresh, bloody scratches down my back. I can’t speak for my husband on this account, but when I checked out at the register, I was made to wait for quite some time because the individual was busy. That’s fine and I understood the rush, but when it came time for me to pay, the receptionist was still helping other people, so I had the receipt shoved in front of me and I was told I had to pay the required tip, but I was never asked how my experience actually was. When we checked out of the hotel, we told the receptionist, who did nothing. Then, when the online review was sent, we noted our concerns there, too, and never heard from anyone. I go out of my way to actively recommend people stay away from this spa now, and hope you do, as well.

5 stars isn’t enough! The staff here are friendly and helpful, my massage by Oliver was first class. Relaxing time by the outdoor saltwater hot tub while watching the surfers and beach activity. Can’t wait to return!

This Spa was absolutely amazing! I had a total of 4 treatments and all were superb. Every staff member I came across was wonderful. I got a 90 min massage, dry brush, facial and scalp treatment. I can not wait to go back. Molly ( massage and dry brush ) and Shelly ( facial and scalp ) book an appointment, you won't be mad.

Oliver and the Ginger Stone Renewal were outstanding! Only problem was it wasn’t long enough. Kudos to the staff and Oliver in particular! I’ll have to come back to try all the services.

Super nice clean, dog and kid friendly. nice views too. much of shade and sunclshibe along the path.

Pretty area, but litter spoils the experience. And barking dogs from the RV park next door.

This was a great experience. The scenery is beautiful and it was easy to book well in advance, which we did since it was part of a vacation. You can take the train from either Rockaway Beach or Garibaldi and return right away or choose a later return if you prefer to walk around and explore. Nice and informative crew on board. Highly recommend!

September 2025 - Late in the season and the train was fairly empty, thus seating was anywhere you wanted and you could move from antique car to antique car as you desired. We saw the Three Graces, the Twin Rocks with Tunnel, and much more as we rode from Garibaldi to Rockaway Beach and back. The ride is not fast, about 15 MPH and someone bouncy, but it is decent and should be on your 'to do' list if you are anywhere near Astoria or Lincoln City on US-101.

The staff was wonderful. All very friendly and very helpful. The food was good but it would have been great if it would have been hot. They had two options: chicken and steak. They served everyone who had chicken first, so by the time I received my steak my son was done eating. I realize that it is a challenge to serve food under the conditions of a moving swaying train and so many people, however it seems like there should be some way to keep the food hot and serve in a timely manner. Overall it was a fun trip and a great staff.

If you are into trains, then this is a must do trip. I love trains and this is a good ole fashioned steam loco with a old dining care and passenger car. The funny thing is you can train fans from people there to see the sights... Train folk ride in the cars for the experience, while tourist wanting to see the coast from a unique vantage ride up front in open cars. Excellent way to spend the day.

Weather just barely agreed with us! Seats were comfy. Sadly the views on the right side of the train were not as good as the left. But we still had a blast!! Will pay for the food ahead next time as it is cheaper and gets delivered.

Amazing Steam train that runs right on the coast. The inside cars are very nice and the outside cars make for a great way to see the sights. We took the trip all the way to Wheeler for the first time and it was a nice long ride. My son is a train nut and he loved it.

What a wonderful experience on the Oregon coast. The only reason for 4/5 and not 5 is the commentary. I greatly enjoyed it, but wished it was only one way. The speakers were nice and loud for those who may have a harder time hearing but so loud it was difficult to have conversations. Definitely a must do trip! Tip: you will want to have a longer stretch between stops.

A vast place with beautiful scenery. The parking lot is large, but the restroom is quite small. If you head to the left, you can enjoy views of the river and ocean from the observation deck. To the right, there's the Two River Trail. The trail is about 1.6 to 1.7 miles one way, so it's over 3 miles round trip. I recommend first taking the easy path to the observation deck. If you have more time, explore the trail. The view from the observation deck is much better, but the trail offers a cozy forest path. It seems there are picnic spots, but I didn't get to visit them.

Absolutely beautiful!! Right now their viewing platform is blocked off because of weather damage, but it was still lovely. It was exciting to find such a massive beautiful meadow dedicated to butterflies and other wildlife!! We had a wonderful little walk up the path and reading the signs about the different flowers, and then finding them!

The paved path to the viewpoints is amazing and super accessible. The views are SO beautiful of the Pacific and the Coast Range and the coastal prairie area.

We enjoyed a nice hike here, starting out next to the meadow that has protective butterfly caterpillar tents. The trails go through both open fields and forest. Keep an eye out for the squash vines alone the side starting to bear fruit.

Pleasant place with a two mile round trip moderate trail to the river confluence and about a half mile round trip paved and boardwalk fairly easy but uphill trail to a nice overlook from which you can see a snippet of the ocean on a clear day. That trail is doable in a wheelchair if you're pretty strong or someone is pushing, but would not be doable for the frail. One very clean pit toilet at the upper trailhead parking (nicest one I've ever seen, as pit toilets go, and wheelchair accessible, I believe). The road to the upper trailhead is a narrow one lane road with blind curves, no shoulder and occasional pedestrians, so go slow on that. Lower parking area only seems to have a small gazebo and no trails, as far as I could tell. If this information was useful to you, I would appreciate a quick like or follow. Thank you!

Good, easy, well maintained trails. Wish there was more at the end of Two Rivers View trail even a bench to enjoy reaching the just over a mile hike to get there. The trail does have a few benches along it though.

Beautiful ocean overlook. This site has informative plaques tailored to the direction (north or south) you may be traveling. Distance to towns, places of interest, food, lodging, fuel, etc...