Bandon Beach, Oregon offers numerous opportunities totravelers. One can enjoy the beautiful coast and goshopping in Old Town.
Bandon, Oregon is not only a great place to live but the ultimate destination for beach bums and ocean lovers. Something for everyone accurately describes this small town along Oregon's south coast.
What you will notice first about Bandon is what it is referred to as Bandon-by-the-Sea. And that truly is what Bandon is all about. No hustle and bustle of the big city here. A town of 4,000 people is merely a dot along the Pacific Ocean, yet packed with things to see and do.
Situated along the ocean, Bandon is a seafarers paradise. Boats line up along Bandon's Old Town ready to launch into the ocean for an excursion or fishing adventure. Small seafood restaurants are aptly located nearby as is a fresh seafood market delivering the best catches of the Pacific Ocean.
Along Old Town's waterfront you will find, not only an abundance of seagulls, but the wonderful harbor seals hoping to sneak a treat the birds might miss. The smell of the salt water of the ocean and fish along with the sound of ocean vessels is so great to hear, especially if you live inland and this is a rare trip to the ocean.
Old Town is packed with great little stores with a quaint atmosphere. Many are stuffed with goodies that no one can ignore. Whatever you desire, you will likely find it.
Big Wheel General Store offers some of the best fudge around in all kinds of flavors. They also have a fine selection of clothing for anyone wanting to don Bandon-imprinted clothing.
Winter River Books is a wonderful little bookstore with books you won't find in a typical bookstore in an urban mall. Alternative describes this shop well.
Many other places offer tourist-type gifts, tie-dyed clothing and locally created greeting cards. Nearby is the visitor information center which can also direct you to places you might like to visit.
Another great part of Bandon is its easy access to the beach. Several different state parks are along Bandon's coast and all have their own fine points. Face Rock State Park has a beautiful cliff top view of a large rock formation in the sea that has the profile of a human face. Just north and south of town are beaches with less rocky points and more sandy areas to play in.
Cranberry growers make their living off growing the tart little berry in Bandon's mild climate. Along Highway 101 north and south of town you will find the bogs, recognizable by the red color to them, all over and during harvest time the town will be busy with growers delivering their crop to local processors.
Just remember to bring your jacket or wind breaker along since Bandon is known for its sometimes brisk breeze and temperatures in the 50s and 60s most of the year. A nice place to beat the inland heat in the summer and escape the cold of the winter.
