Depoe Bay, Oregon — Attraction in Depoe Bay

Amazing Coastal Gem!

Depoe Bay, Oregon, is a delightful coastal town that has something for everyone. Known as the "Whale Watching Capital of the Oregon Coast," it offers incredible opportunities to see these majestic creatures right from the shore. The picturesque harbor is the world's smallest navigable harbor, adding to the town's unique charm.

The local shops and restaurants are fantastic, with friendly service and delicious seafood that's fresh off the boat. Don't miss out on the clam chowder and fish tacos! For a fun and informative experience, the whale watching tours are a must. The guides are knowledgeable and passionate about marine life.

For those who love nature, the scenic views along the coast are breathtaking. The dramatic cliffs, rocky beaches, and crashing waves make for perfect photo opportunities and peaceful walks. There are also plenty of hiking trails and parks nearby for outdoor enthusiasts.

Depoe Bay is a perfect getaway spot for a day trip or a longer stay. The town's welcoming atmosphere and stunning natural beauty make it a must-visit on the Oregon Coast. Highly...

DEpeo Bay is a treasure hidden in plain sight. My wife and I were criuising north on the coast highway and just happened to stop here. We are very glad we did. There is a very nice walkway beside the highway that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. There were a lot of people on the walkway looking out onto the ocean. Some had binoculars. It did not take long for us to realize that there were some very large whales in the waters just under to overlook. It was magic. We felt as though we had discovered whales. They were very active and we saw a low of whale blows. They were also raising their tails out of the water to dive. We visited a whale museum there that added to the experience. Whales may be here on regular migrations and may not be here all the time. We may have just been very lucky.To top of the experience, we saw some Coast Guard vessels go in and out of the harbor several times. Since the opening to the harbor is very small, these bots had very little clearance on the sides. Depoe Bay may be the smallest harbor and harbor entrance on the...

We parked on main street next to the water when we can get a parking place. Have to get there early or won't get a spot. Popular place for watching the waves at high tide. Several spots will have waves shooting up in the sky as the water hits the wall protecting the city. Is also a good spot to see whales. The whale watching station is on main street and they have people there during whale watching for both December(when migrate south to Mexico) and again in June (when they come back through with the little ones.) The whale watch tours are sometimes a hit or miss but they sure try hard to make it happen. In summer it's like zoo, so many people you have to be aware of the traffic and tourists. Quite a few restaurants and ladies, shops to die for. All price ranges and a few of mine are The Sock Shop and Coastal Creations. I have been living in the are for 1 year and haven't see all of them. Perfect place for a vacation or...