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Manzanita, Oregon
Looking southeast from a
viewpoint just south of Oswald West State Park along the Oregon Coast Highway toward Neahkahmie Beach and the
town of Manzanita.
Go Northwest! photo by Jack High.
GPS: 45,44.48 N; 123,57.24 W.
Manzanita, Oregon nestles the northern
fringe of Nehalem Bay, on Oregon’s north coast. Winding, picturesque streets
skirt the coastline and provide an attractive, quaint setting for a quiet
weekend retreat or summer getaway. Less than 3 hours west of Portland, and
an hour and a half from Astoria, Manzanita is a popular vacation destination
for travelers and repeat visitors.
Manzanita caters to
travelers and residents who like a quiet, undisturbed setting. In fact, its
greatest appeal is its lack of box department stores and noisy streets.
Selective gift shops and other small stores can be found on or around Laneda
Street, the town’s center. For those who desire a larger selection of
grocery stores and amenities, the city of Tillamook lies approximately 25
miles south of Manzanita, on the southern edge of Tillamook Bay.
Small, well maintained
motels and vacation rentals can be found on Manzanita’s main thoroughfare,
within walking distance from pristine beaches. Several small, intimate cafes
and restaurants are clustered around its downtown sector.
Manzanita has a small but
thriving art center that caters to the town’s vibrant arts community. Summer
attractions range from theater to celebrity musical performances. Nearby
Nehalem is a magnet for bluegrass performances during its annual Bluegrass
at the Beach workshops.
Manzanita’s most popular
ecological attraction is the nearby Nehalem State Park (south of the town,
on U.S. Highway 101), which is known for its 900 acres of forest trails and
scenic vistas. Camping, horseback riding, beachcombing, crabbing and fishing
are a few of the park’s popular activities. The park is ADA-equipped.
Oswald West State Park,
north of Manzanita, is also a favorite destination for wildlife viewing,
tide pool-combing and surfing. A glimpse southward from Neah-Kah-Nie
Mountain (above) provides a breathtaking view of Manzanita Beach and distant
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