Heceta Head Lighthouse

Local Attractions, Outdoor Adventures

Heceta Head Lighthouse One of my favorite drives is along Highway 101 from Florence, OR, where we operate the River House Inn, a Baymont by Wyndham, and a Super 8 by Wyndham, to Yachats, OR, where my good friend Drew Roslund operates the beautiful Overleaf Lodge and...

9 Places to Shop in Florence, OR

Local Attractions

Ah, Florence, Oregon. A beautiful town on a beautiful coast in the most beautiful state. You may well know all of the outdoor activities available or places to eat, but how about all the places to shop in Florence? Everyone loves to pick up a fun remembrance while...

Go Golfing in Florence, Oregon

Local Attractions, Outdoor Adventures

Are you looking for a weekend destination that combines the beauty of a charming coastal village with some of the most inspiring golf courses in Oregon? If so, pack your golf bag and head over to Florence. Read on to discover why Florence, Oregon golf courses will...

A Complete List of Florence, Oregon’s Art Galleries, Installations, and Wall Murals

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For many art enthusiasts, Florence, Oregon is a must-see place. The town boasts multiple public art installations, fascinating art galleries,  and some amazing wall murals. It is thanks to Florence’s Public Arts Committee that the multitude of wall murals and art...

Why You Should Visit the Sea Lion Caves during Fall and Winter

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As one of the world’s, and indeed America’s largest sea cave, and the only known mainland home of wild Steller sea lions in the world, the Oregon Coast’s Sea Lion Caves near Florence, Oregon, is a must-see. Visiting Sea Lion Caves, near Florence on the Oregon Coast,...

Whale Watching in Florence, Oregon: Where To Go and When

Local Attractions, Outdoor Adventures

One of the grandest sights in nature is to behold a 60,000-pound gray whale breaching over the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. When accompanied by their young or traveling together with other adults in a pod, it can be a memory you’ll treasure for years. In short,...