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18 Best and Fun Things To Do In Pacific City, Oregon


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Nestled on the border of the Three Capes Scenic Drive with its gorgeous views of its headland, Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City is a tranquil oceanside town that offers a variety of lovely outdoor experiences.

Surfers and anglers are particularly fond of the stunning beaches of Pacific City due to the magnificent natural breakwater. While sipping a satisfying drink on the patio of a local beer or coffee house, watch as the dorymen launch their boats onto the beach and soak up the warm rays of the sunny climate.

The beauty of this secluded area is complemented by an abundance of beautiful sights. Cape Kiwanda is surrounded by a sea stack that looks as if it has been carved from a giant rock. A dune allows access to the top of the Kiwanda Cape for breathtaking views of the crashing waves and coastal rocks.

Read on to discover a list of must-see attractions found in this exquisite city.

The 18 Most Popular Things To Do In Pacific City, Oregon

18. Nestucca Bay

5.0 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

17. Chief Kiawanda Rock

4.9 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

16. Whalen Island

4.6 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

15. Mugg County Park

3.5 ★★★★☆ (10 reviews)

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Location: In Pacific City at 34650 Brooten Road Cloverdale OR

Tel:  503 965 5001

Web Address:   http://co.tillamook.or.us/gov/parks/

14. Kiwanda Beach

4.0 ★★★★☆ (18 reviews)

13. Sand Lake

4.7 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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12. Winema Road Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (90 reviews)

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11. Sitka Sedge State Natural Area

4.7 ★★★★★ (113 reviews)

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Location: Sandlake Road Cloverdale OR

Tel:  503 842 3182

Web Address:   http://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm

10. Sand Lake Recreation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,068 reviews)

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Location: 7000 Galloway Road Cloverdale OR

Tel:  877 444 6777

Web Address:   https://fs.usda.gov/recarea/siuslaw/recreation/recarea/

Our Top picks

9. Cape Kiwanda Drive

4.7 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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8. Oregon Coast Tours

5.0 ★★★★★ (19 reviews)

Location: 522 Brooten Road Pacific City OR

Tel:  503 801 0831

Web Address:   http://oregoncoasttourguide.com/

7. Twist Wine Company-Basket Case Wines

4.6 ★★★★★ (49 reviews)

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Location: 34930 Brooten Road Cloverdale OR

Tel:  503 483 1240

Web Address:   https://twistwine.com/

6. Cape Kiwanda

4.9 ★★★★★ (75 reviews)

5. McPhillips Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (188 reviews)

Location: McPhillips Dr Cloverdale OR

4. Pacific City Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (202 reviews)

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3. Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ (245 reviews)

Location: 7000 Christiansen Road Cloverdale OR

Tel:  541 867 4550

Web Address:   https://fws.gov/refuge/nestucca-bay

2. Bob Straub State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (347 reviews)

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Location: US 101 Pacific City OR

Tel:  503 842 3182

Web Address:   http://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm

1. Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area

4.8 ★★★★★ (3,265 reviews)

Location: Cape Kiwanda Streetate Natural Area Pacific City OR

Tel:  800 551 6949

Web Address:   http://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Pacific City, Oregon! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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