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Sightseeing
The drive from Brookings - Harbor north, towards Gold Beach is one of the most scenic in the world. State Parks line the coast offering easy access to the beaches and views from shear cliffs.
Visit the Natural Arch or travel further north to the world-renowned Pistol River. Whether hiking, fishing, strolling along wide-open beaches, surfing, whale and bird watching, or just sitting and absorbing the stunning scenery, it will be the highlight of your coast vacation.
Brookings - Harbor straddles the mouth of the Wild and Scenic Chetco River and is the western gateway to the Siskiyou National Forest and the Kalmiopsis Wilderness.
What to See While Visiting Brookings, Oregon
Brookings Area Sightseeing
Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor
The stunning Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor is a 12-mile stretch along the coast, of forested park with its spectacular coastline, rocky outcroppings, and ... more
Harris Beach State Park
Walk the sandy beaches. Marvel at the eroded sea stacks. View the birds on Bird Island (Goat Island), the National Wildlife Sanctuary and the largest island off ... more
House Rock
House Rock is a viewpoint on US Route 101 north of Brookings. The viewpoint offers a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean ... more
Indian Sands
From the Indian Sands parking lot, there is no view, so many people pull in and immediately return to Route 101. However, for the adventurous, the hike is ... more
Whaleshead Beach
Whaleshead Beach is easily accessible from the road with parking, restrooms and picnic tables. Because of its easy access, the north end of the beach does ... more
Secret Beach
Secret Beach is a very small beach located on a trail just south of Spruce Island Viewpoint and north of Thunder Cove ... more
Thunder Rock Cove
Thunder Rock Cove is a little visited parking area north of Brookings, Oregon, because little is visible from the lot. However, be certain to take the hiking ... more
Spruce Island
The Spruce Island Viewpoint is located north of Brookings near US Route 101 mile marker 345. It is also a favorite parking lot for those hiking to Secret Beach ... more
Chetco River
The Chetco river travels through the heart of Brookings - Harbor ending in a beautiful harbor which is home to commercial and pleasure ocean fishing boats. The ... more
Brookings Swimming
During the warm season, the residents can often be seen swimming or drifting down the Chetco river. It is important to note that there are no life guards at the ... more
Oregon Redwoods
Just a short distance north of the California Redwoods are the Oregon Redwoods. These huge trees represent the only coast redwoods found in the Pacific ... more
Lone Ranch Beach
Lone Ranch Beach is located 4 miles north of Brookings. Lone Ranch is one of the best places along the Pacific Coast to visit the tide pools at low tide. The ... more
