Lincoln City Must-Sees

Explore the Beach

Sandy beaches stretch from Roads End, Lincoln City’s most northern point, all the way south to the Siletz Bay, and include 17 public access points along six and a half miles of spectacular seacoast just west of Highway 101. Crashing waves give way to beautiful stretches of beach that are perfect for strolling, running, surfing, beachcombing, and fat tire biking; search for agates, shells and glass floats (hidden daily by Float Fairies from the Finders Keepers program). Crabbing and fishing opportunities are available at Taft Beach, and piles of driftwood along the shore are great for building forts with the kids, wind blocks for sunbathing, and seating for evening beach fires.

Play and Discover

Try your luck with an assortment of games of chance with a visit to Chinook Winds Casino. This full-service casino also offers lodging, childcare, an arcade, golf, rotating acts of entertainment, and provides great onsite cuisine at Chinook’s Seafood Grill, Rogue River Grill, Siletz Bay Buffet, or La Bahia Mexican Grill. Watch local artists blow floats, paperweights, vases, bowls and ornaments, or create your own glass treasure with a stop at The Lincoln City Glass Center. Span bridges, traverse tightropes, and swing skillfully through a temperate forest on a guided zipline tour at Aerial Park and Ziplines at Salishan. Test your skills and reflexes by playing classic and modern video games, pinball, and other arcade challenges at Game Over, Galaxy Gameroom and Chinook Winds Arcade.

Go Shopping

It’s no secret that Oregon is home to tax-free shopping, and when combined with exceptional sale prices, the Lincoln City Outlets are home to some of the best prices on national name brand products available anywhere. The mall also features a variety of shops that showcase local and regional gifts, clothes, art, food and drink. Lincoln City is also home to a wide array of antique shops like the Little Antique Mall, Sea Hag Antiques, 101 Inspirations, Rocking Horse Mall, Granny’s Attic, Coastal Treasures, Antique Store, and Beach Bum Vintage. Additionally, you’ll find a variety of ocean-themed gifts, unique treasures and diverse collectables at Wild Fern Mercantile, Barefoot at the Beach, Sea Wick, Capt. Gulls, Carrousel by the Sea, Lincoln City Gifts, Loveworks Hippie Store, and Christmas Cottage.

Eat and Drink

There’s no shortage of exquisite culinary offerings and locally crafted beverages here at the beach. Enjoy fresh seafood at local favorites like Mo’s Seafood and Chowder, Kyllos Seafood and Grill, Fathoms Penthouse Restaurant and Bar, Pier 101, Shuckers Oyster Bar, Pub Fish and Chips, Js Fish and Chips, Crabby Daddy’s, and Mist Restaurant and Lounge. If local comfort food is on the menu, try the assortment of food trucks with indoor seating and beverage bar at The Pines Dine, breakfast favorite Otis Cafe, and Italian-style pizza at Gallucci’s Pizzeria. Lincoln City is also home to five outstanding craft beer breweries, McMenamins Lighthouse Brewpub, Gilgamesh Brewing, Rusty Truck Brewing, Pelican Brewing, and Beachcraft Brewing. Check out the mobile Tap and Brew Passport to explore these breweries and other awesome local watering holes.

Planning a trip to the beach and looking for more things to do? Check out our blog for the latest on specific events, and additional ideas for places to eat, drink and stay.