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Bandon, Oregon has long been known for its seaside beauty. Surrounded by miles of rolling pastureland, verdure forests and sand dunes, and situated within an easy drive from the California border and the nearby communities of Coos Bay and Port Orford, Bandon’s unspoiled beaches draw thousands of visitors each year from around the world. With more than 15 miles of protected coastline dedicated to wildlife preservation, Bandon is a magnet for travelers who relish the beauty of Oregon’s South Coast.

Recently however, Bandon has gained even greater notoriety for its nearby golf courses. Home to the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, the little town of approximately 2,900 owns the distinction of being affiliated with three of the world’s top 100 courses. Commanding some of the best scenery in the Northwest, the Bandon Dunes offers first-class accommodations and prime dining opportunities year-round.

Nearby, Bullards State Park is home to the Coquille River Lighthouse and more than 1,200 acres of trails and beaches. Summertime camping is a popular activity at Bullards, which offers lectures, music and entertainment during warm summer evenings.

In Bandon’s Old Town, visitors can take a step back in time in its replica of a 19th century seaside village. Bandon’s homemade cranberry candies and chocolates, jewelry and hand-carved art provide plenty of shopping opportunities throughout the area.

Referred to as the Cranberry Capital of Oregon, Bandon enjoys a fair amount of popularity during its fall Cranberry Festival. Bandon’s link with the tiny berry goes back more than a hundred years, when lumber and agriculture were the mainstays of South Coast’s rural communities. Although cranberries are still grown around Bandon, it is the area’s natural beauty and picture book setting that gives Bandon its fame today.

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120 Hikes on the Oregon Coast
by Bonnie Henderson
Paperback, 240 pages.  Mountaineer Books, 2nd edition, April 1999.

Best Places Destinations: Oregon Coast
by Stephanie Irving (Editor)
Paperback, 152 pages.  Sasquatch Books, 2nd edition, April 1999.

The Insiders' Guide to the Oregon Coast--1st Edition
by Lizann Dunegan, Rachel Dresbeck, Dave Johnson
Paperback, 360 pages.  Insider's Publishing Inc. July 2000.

Oregon Coastal Access Guide: A Mile-By-Mile Guide to Scenic and Recreational Attractions
by Kenn Oberrecht
Paperback, 342 pages.  Oregon State University Press, April 2001.

Oregon Discovery Guide
by Don W. Martin, Bettywoo Martin, Bob Shockley (Illustrator)
March 1999, 2nd edition, Paperback, 448 pages, (non-fiction)
Driving guide to the splendors of Oregon highlighting the best routes, scenic detours, hikes, and city walks. The authors describe top local attractions and pinpoint where to dine, recline, and camp in comfort. 23 photos, 11 illustrations, 25 maps. Order now...

Inside Out Oregon: A Best Places Guide to the Outdoors
by Terry Richard
April 1998, Sasquatch Books,  Paperback, 656 pages, (non-fiction)
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