Area Attractions & Activities

Seaside is a beautiful, clean, safe, rejuvenated city.  Broadway, the tree-lined main street in the center of town, runs from Highway 101 to the Turnaround at the ocean. The famous "Promenade" runs the full length of Seaside on the ocean. Broadway and adjacent side streets are filled with gift shops, candy stores, boutiques, bakeries and fast food. Seaside is a "walking town," if one wishes to enjoy it fully.  It has all of the amenities of a much larger city, including ample parking space.

The Convention Center is ideal for large meetings and conventions and is located near the Necanicum River which runs through the city.

The Prom is ideal for early morning jogging, bicycling, skating or a leisurely stroll along the oceanfront enjoying the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, the clean sandy beach, sunshine and glorious sunsets.

Standing sentinel over all of Seaside on Broadway at the Turnaround and the Prom is the beautiful, large, full-service hotel, Shilo Oceanfront Resort - Seaside. Also, within walking distance of the ocean is another Shilo Inn - Seaside East, which offers many of the same Shilo amenities and very affordable rates.

AMUSEMENT & ENTERTAINMENT

Games of all kinds (air hockey, video games, miniature golf, bumper cars and tilt-a-whirl) are all located on Broadway. A children’s carousel is located in the Town Center Mall.

Shilo Inn has a fabulous ocean front swimming pool, large spa, fitness center, sauna and steam room. Our lounge is a fantastic way to spend an evening, with music and dancing.

ANTIQUE SHOPS

Seaside Antiques, 1005 Broadway, (530) 738-5554;
Seaside Antique Mall, features eighty-eight dealers, 39 S. Holladay Drive, (503) 717-9312.

BEACH COMBING

If you wish to hunt for those treasured glass floats, the best times are after a storm, after a high tide, or early in the morning. Tide tables are available at the front desk.

BICYCLES, MOPEDS AND SURRIES

Riding on the Prom is fun. Also, for the more adventurous, check our Oregon Coast Bike Route. Bike rentals are available at

• Prom Bike & Hobby Shop - 622 12th Street, (503) 738-8251
• Iron Coach Bike Rentals - 220 S. Columbia
• Distinctive Outdoor Fun For All - 407 S. Holladay Drive, (503) 738-8447

BOWLING

Evergreen Lanes and Coffee Shop—fun for the whole family, 3518 Highway 101 N. Gearhart, (503) 738-5333.

CHARTER AIR FLIGHTS

Wings Aviation, 1110 S.E. Flightline Drive, Warrenton, (503) 861-7155

CHARTER BOAT FISHING OVER THE COLUMBIA RIVER BAR

Located in Warrenton, Hammond and Astoria are many charter boat services. Gear furnished with fee. Corky’s Charters, 1180 Pacific Drive, Hammond, (503) 861-2088; Fort Stevens Salmon Charters, 918 Pacific Drive, Hammond, (503) 861-1211; Tiki Charters of Warrenton, 586 N.E. Skipanon Drive, (503) 861-9679; Tiki Charters of Astoria, 352 Industry, (503) 325-7818; Free Willy Bait Tackle & Charters, 1080 Iredale, Hammond, (503) 861-1201.

COASTER THEATER

Cannon Beach proudly presents one of the finest community theaters in the Northwest. It possesses the unique charm of a rustic yet elegant theatrical setting. The Coaster offers a diverse calendar of year-round entertainment that aims to have something for everyone. For performance and ticket information, call (503) 436-1242.

FISHING

An abundance of lake, stream, river, ocean and surf fishing. Licenses are required for surf fishing and angler’s license is required for other types.

FORT CLATSOP NATIONAL MEMORIAL

About 15 miles north of Seaside off Highway 101. The location of Lewis and Clark’s headquarters in the winter of 1805. Interesting displays and demonstrations of frontier skills, musket loading, tanning of hides, and canoe building. A living history of frontier life. (503) 861-2471.

FORT STEVENS STATE PARK

The largest park in the state, about ten miles north of Seaside off Highway 101. You will see the remains of the "Peter Iredale," a British Bark shipwrecked on the beach in 1906. Fishing, swimming, biking with full facilities available. Battery Russell located on the park grounds was once a part of the old Columbia River defense system. It was fired upon by the Japanese during World War II. Fort Stevens Military Reservation is made up of about 30 different batteries, buildings, stations, etc. An interpretive center on the grounds depicts the location of these, and a tour takes you through the remains of the once active military post.   Shilo Inns donates the American flags which fly's over the fort.

GALLERIES

Burke Gallery, 1111 Irvine Place, (503) 738-3937; The Chameleon Gallery, 210 Broadway, (503) 738-5799; Exposure Art, 609 Broadway, (503) 738-8030; Fine Art Gallery, 111 Broadway, Suite 11, (503) 738-0328; Necanicum Gallery and Picture Framing, 1928 S. Holladay Drive, (503) 738-3168; and Shoreline Gallery, 204 Broadway, (503) 738-8185.

GOLF COURSES — PUBLIC & PRIVATE

Seaside Golf Course, 9-hole course, 451 Avenue U, (503) 738-5261; Gearhart Golf Links, 18-hole course, 10th and North Marion in Gearhart, (503) 738-3538; Highlands Golf Course, 9-hole course, Highway 101, Del Rey Beach access road, five miles north of Seaside, (503) 738-5248; Astoria Golf & Country Club (private membership), eight miles north of Seaside on Highway 101. Driving range, five miles north of Seaside, off Highway 101.

HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Seaside Museum, 570 Necanicum, (503) 738-7065, open Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

HORSEBACK RIDING

Westlake Stables, Route 1, Box 601-A, Warrenton, (503) 738-6258. Open all year long.

KITE FLYING

Kites Northwest, 300 Broadway (located in the Town Center Mall),
(503) 738-6850

LEWIS AND CLARK SALT CAIRN

The reconstructed Cairn, on Lewis and Clark Way, one-half block from the Prom in south Seaside. This marks the location of the plant where members of Lewis and Clark’s expeditions boiled sea water to obtain salt in the winter of 1806. They came to Seaside from Fort Clatsop, their winter headquarters.

MEMBERSHIP CLUBS AND FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS

American Legion, 1315 Broadway, (503) 738-5111; Elks Lodge, 324 Avenue A, (503) 738-6651; Masonic Temple, 201 N. Holladay Drive, (503) 738-6513; Moose Lodge, 735 Broadway, (503) 738-6833.

MOVIE THEATER

Cannes Cinema, 1026 12th Avenue (12th and Highway 101), Seaside,
(503) 738-0671.

PADDLE BOAT RENTALS

Paddle boats are available for rent on the Necanicum River at the public boat ramp near the Convention Center.

PIONEER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

About seven miles north of Seaside on Highway 101. Marks the site of the first Protestant Church west of the Rockies — 1834.

PLAYING ON THE BEACH

What a beautiful and clean beach we have in Seaside! There are swings for children, places to play volleyball, build sand castles, walk along the edge of the ocean barefoot, have a picnic, or just relax in the sunshine and watch the ocean and the fleecy clouds.

SEASIDE AQUARIUM

Very interesting display of marine life from the Pacific, including the performing seals. Open daily in summer; in winter, closed Monday and Tuesday. Located at 200 North Prom. (503) 738-6211.

SEASIDE FACTORY OUTLET CENTER

The Seaside Factory Outlet Center currently has about 27 stores including Nine West, Cold Water Creek, Jones New York, The Dress Barn, Big Dog Sportswear, and more. New stores are being added. Open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. The mall is located at 1111 N. Roosevelt Drive along Highway 101.

SEASIDE TURNAROUND

At the Pacific Ocean on the end of Broadway. Designated "The End of the Lewis and Clark Trail." The misspelled signs, as far as can be determined, are typical of the spelling of Captain William Clark.

SKATING

Roller skating on the Prom provides you with an excellent view of the ocean. Skates can be rented at Prom Bike Shop, 622 12th Avenue. There are two skate parks in the area. One is an outdoor concrete skate park in Cannon Beach, located directly behind the Chamber of Commerce. The other is wooded and located in Seaside, directly behind the public pool.

SURFING

For those with the "Adventurous Spirit," try surfing on our ocean breakers. Both rentals and sales of surfboards and wet suits are available at Clean Line Surf Shop, 719 1st Avenue, (503) 738-7888. Distinctive Outdoor Fun For All, 407 S. Holladay Drive, (503) 738-8447, Outdoor Fun For All Too, 151 Avenue A, (503) 717-4337.

SWIMMING

Swimming in the surf is great, but the water is cold and there are treacherous riptides. Use caution at all times. Seaside has lifeguard protection during the summer season. (There are public restrooms on the beach.) Seaside also has a public indoor swimming pool at 1140 Broadway. (503) 738-3311.

TEN MILE DRIVE

The long expansive beach from Gearhart north to Fort Stevens State Park is open to automobile traffic when the tide is low. The speed limit is 25 miles per hour. Stay out of the soft sand and away from wet looking spots. Exciting drive for those who have never experienced it.

TENNIS

At Broadway School, east end of Broadway in Seaside. At Seaside High School, 1901 N. Holladay. In Gearhart, 6th and Marion. These are all outdoor public tennis courts.

TRAILS

Saddle Mountain, about 12 miles southeast of Seaside on Sunset Highway 26, please take note that this trail is for more experienced hikers. Tillamook Head Trail, over Tillamook Head to Indian Beach in Ecola Park — six miles one way. Neahkanie Mountain Trail, about 20 miles south of Seaside off Highway 101 — one mile each way.

TWILIGHT EAGLE SANCTUARY

The Twilight Eagle Sanctuary is east of Astoria near Burnside. An observation platform provides views of protected Bald Eagle habitat overlooking the inter-tidal marshes of Cathlamet Bay.

WATER SKIING

Cullaby Lake located just south of the Astoria Golf and Country Club, eight miles north of Seaside off Highway 101.

WHALE WATCHING

It takes a sharp eye and patience to see the twice-yearly migration of gray whales traveling between Alaska and Baja California along the Oregon Coast. But it’s well worth it. During the spring, the whales travel north, and in the fall, they return to their breeding grounds in the Gulf of California. Among the best places to see the whales pass is Neahkahnie Mountain Wayside, on Highway 101 near Arch Cape, or try Ecola State Park near Cannon Beach. Volunteers are stationed at popular areas to provide information and spotting tips. The best times to see the whales are in the late fall and early spring, particularly in December and March.

YOUNGS RIVER FALLS

The Youngs River Falls, discovered by members of the Lewis and Clark expedition while hunting in the area, became a backdrop for the filming of a scene in Free Willy II. This stunning 65-foot waterfall is located south of Astoria on Youngs River Loop Road. Youngs River Falls County Park features a picnic spot. This scenic area is on a popular cycling route.

ANNUAL EVENTS IN SEASIDE:

January:

Barbershop Quartet Cabaret
Chocolate and Coffee Lovers’ Festival

February:

Oregon Dixieland Jazz

March:

Spring Break
Seaside Invitational Chowder Cook-off

July:

Seaside Fourth of July
"Where the Stars Play" Performing Arts Series
Annual Miss Oregon Scholarship Program
Seaside Annual Golf Open

August:

"Where the Stars Play" Performing Arts Series
Annual Bud Light Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament
Hood to Coast Team Relay

September:

Lewis and Clark Kite Exposition

October:

Sunset Pool Thriller, The Great Pumpkin and Carnival

November and December:

Annual Christmas Gift Fair
Yuletide at Seaside

We can provide the names of recreational booking agents and/or guides for many of the aforementioned activities.

Shilo Oceanfront Resort - Seaside, 30 North Prom
Hotel (503) 738-9571
Restaurant (503) 738-8481

Shilo Inn - Seaside East, 900 S. Holladay
(503) 738-0549

Toll Free Reservations Nationwide 1-800-222-2244

For additional area information or schedules, call the Seaside Visitors Bureau 888-30-OCEAN