Overview
Waldport is a charming if understated Central Oregon Coast town approximately 34 miles north of Florence and 16 miles south of Newport. Most likely you will just be passing through, but the Alsea Bay Interpretive Center may be worth a stop if you are interested in the construction of the Alsea Bay bridge or local history. Opportunities for subdued activities like kayak rental, crabbing/clamming, viewing seals (often seen lying on the southern terminus of the north spit at the mouth of Alsea Bay) or bald eagles exist.
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Best things about Waldport
Alsea Bay Historic Interpretive Center
This visitor center was built in 1991 as part of the replacement of the Alsea Bay Bridge. It honors the original 1936 bridge, one of 10 on the Oregon Coast designed by Conde McCullough. Due to corrosion from the coastal …
Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site
W. B. Nelson State Recreation Site
Freshwater lake with bass and stocked pan-sized trout, as well as a wetland along the Alesa River.
Waldport Heritage Museum
Crestview Golf Club
9-hole course, driving range, and seasonal cafe and bar. Day use RV parking.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jun–Oct. Summer highs reach about 67°F; winter lows dip to about 39°F. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Coos Bay)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- EUG Eugene Airport, Eugene — 47 mi away. Directions
- SLE Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field, Salem — 62 mi away. Directions
- PDX Portland International Airport, Portland — 108 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Alsea Bay Historic Interpretive Center, Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site, W. B. Nelson State Recreation Site
- Lunch Grand Central Pizza
- Afternoon Waldport Heritage Museum, Crestview Golf Club
- Dinner Azul Mexican Restaurant
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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See Alsea Bay Historic Interpretive Center
This visitor center was built in 1991 as part of the replacement of the Alsea Bay Bridge. It honors the original 1936 bridge, one of 10 on the Oregon Coast designed by Conde McCullough. Due to corrosion from the coastal environment, this was demolished and only the pylons, spires, and some railing incorporated into the wayside remain from the old bridge. This center also serves as the local visitor information center run in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce. In the summer, park guides lead clamming and crabbing demonstrations; see website for schedule.
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