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Coos History Museum
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Coos History Museum

Rain forced a change of plans along the Oregon coast, turning a day of hiking into a visit to the Coos History Museum in Coos Bay. What followed was a deeper look at logging, shipbuilding, fishing, Indigenous languages, and a difficult piece of local history. The day ended at Cape Arago, a reminder that travel rarely goes as planned—but often leads somewhere better.

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Harris Beach and Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor

Harris Beach and Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor

From a quiet morning at Harris Beach to hiking the Indian Sands Trail in the Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor, this stretch of the Oregon coast delivers nonstop views. Short hikes lead to cliffside overlooks, natural arches, and rugged shoreline. A practical look at what to expect, where to stop, and which trails are worth your time.

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