Beach Trip!

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The Oregon coast is only 90 - 120 minutes away from the Portland area. Take a day to head out to the beach. Whether it's to Astoria (boasts the Astoria Column and the Goonies House), Seaside (boasts quaint shops and a small aquarium), Cannon Beach (boasts beautiful views and Haystack Rock), Lincoln City (boasts several hotels, an outlet mall, and gorgeous views), or Newport (boasts camping on the beach, the Newport Aquarium, and some unusual museums), there is something for everyone at the beach! The Oregon coast is usually cold and windy, so be prepared with jackets or sweatshirts. Cannon Beach and Lincoln City both offer seaside dining at Mo's Restaurant, famous for their homemade clam chowder! Checkout these websites for directions and great ideas of things to do at each of the above locations:

Astoria: http://www.astoria.or.us/#menu5

Seaside: http://www.cityofseaside.us/

Cannon Beach: http://www.cannonbeach.org/explore/Things-to-Do-and-See-in-Cannon-Beach-Oregon

• Mo's: http://www.moschowder.com/cannon-beach.php

Lincoln City: http://www.oregoncoast.org/

• Mo's: http://www.moschowder.com/lincoln-city.php

Newport: http://discovernewport.com/

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