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Newport has been a playground for visitors since the late 1800's. Nestled between the Coastal Mountains, Pacific Ocean and Yaquina Bay, the natural beauty of Newport will captivate and delight visitors of all ages.
Parks, trails, outdoor events, and nature activities in Siletz, OR. Get outside and explore.
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Newport has been a playground for visitors since the late 1800's. Nestled between the Coastal Mountains, Pacific Ocean and Yaquina Bay, the natural beauty of Newport will captivate and delight visitors of all ages.




Named for the 1910 shipwreck of the J. Marhoffer (whose boiler can still be seen at low tide), Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint offers picnic tables, restrooms with flush toilets and excellent views; spot migrating gray whales and abundant seabirds.




A tunnel under Highway 101 leads to the Pacific Ocean from this forested state park. Great for camping, yurting, or just a day trip; stop into nearby Newport for fresh seafood and a bustling seaside town.

KOA Journey campground near Waldport — convenient highway location with pull-thru RV sites, tent camping, and cabins.



Spirit Mountain Casino boasts the most diverse gaming options in the Northwest (nearly 2,000 slot machines, many table games, poker, and keno), headline entertainers, five restaurants (including Oregon’s largest buffet), arcade and a play room.


Located next to the Pacific Ocean in Newport, Oregon, this newly renovated hotel features 148 rooms, ocean views, an indoor pool, a fitness center and a complimentary wine reception.















With an aerial park, pump track, golf, spa and four restaurants, this Central Coast resort is situated on over 200 hikeable acres between the forest and Siletz Bay. Accommodations range from simple rooms to luxurious suites.

Outdoor Space in Newport, OR




Outdoor Space in Newport, OR



The Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay is home to a large viewing deck that offers expansive ocean views, giving visitors a great opportunity to observe migrating whales.



Next time you find yourself near Depoe Bay, consider an iconic Pacific Northwest outing: whale watching with a marine biologist. Pass some time in the museum before you head out for your face-to-face encounter with a pod of gray whales.

Enjoy a close-up encounter with gray whales and other marine life with Whale’s Tail Charters. Their boats are compact, comfortable and low to the water, ensuring a personalized experience and great views for your whole group.

Tradewinds Charters offers a variety of exciting fishing trips — choose your favorite fish, from halibut to tuna to salmon. For a thrilling up-close marine life encounter, consider booking one of their daily whale-watching excursions.



Dockside Charters specializes in whale-watching and sightseeing excursions on clean, comfortable boats. They also offer fishing trips — head out on a hunt for salmon, halibut, tuna and more.

At 93 feet (28.3 m) in height, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in Oregon. It is located near the mouth of the Yaquina River — visitors can take in ocean views, explore the tide pools or pay a visit to the interpretive center.
