There’s never an offseason for romance, exploration, and relaxation along Oregon’s sandy coastline, particularly in the paradisal beach community of Lincoln City, home to the heavenly Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel. Lincoln City remains an idyllic three-day weekend getaway destination for countless romantics as it’s within reach of Portland, Eugene, and Salem, Oregon’s three largest cities. And, while planning a romantic winter getaway to the Oregon Coast may sound frosty, there’s no better time to explore the terrain, taste the local delicacies, and strut the beach with your sweetheart.
Winter Getaways on the Oregon Coast: 10 Ways to Embrace Winter
The city sees less than an inch of snowfall each year, and average temperatures often creep into the low-to-mid 50s. The Pacific Ocean breezes might scare some travelers, but a healthy dose of outdoor recreation (and perhaps a thermos of hot cocoa) will provide ample warmth.
In hopes of enhancing your already stellar winter getaway to the Oregon Coast, the Starfish team has compiled 10 unique ways to embrace the frostiest season of the year here in picturesque Lincoln City. It’s worth noting that our beachfront hotel is within minutes of seemingly every mid-day pursuit, including hiking trails, quintessential shops, and gourmet eateries.
As a reminder, COVID-19 may affect availability and hours of operation at some of these destinations.
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On the tail end of winter (no pun intended), thousands of migrating gray whales streak through Lincoln City’s waters en route to their summer homes in Alaska. Conversely, mid-December through mid-January, Oregonians can spot these same whales making their way down to the toasty lagoons near Baja California.
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Join the state’s largest treasure hunt, known as Finders Keepers—a quintessential winter activity. Glass floats are much easier to unearth without crowds of tourists, and winter storms cause low-sand levels.
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Explore the region’s most spellbinding hiking trails, such as The Knoll or Cascade Head. Remember to plan accordingly for the weather and bring plenty of refreshments.
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Embark on a self-guided craft brewery tour, with stops in Gleneden Beach, Pacific City, and Tillamook.
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Shop ‘til you metaphorically drop in Lincoln City, a pleasantly surprising shopping mecca that combines small-town charm and big-city chic. Some of our favorite shops include Rock Your World, the Lincoln City Glass Center (comprising “design-your-own” artworks), Read’s Homemade Candies, and, of course, the Lincoln City Outlets.
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Relish a culinary voyage across the Seven Seas of flavor at one of our favorite area restaurants.
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Check the weather and gear up for an archetypal Lincoln City winter storm, where waves often reach over 100 feet, compounded by howling winds that virtually shake the earth.
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Search for agates, a pursuit made easier by the aforementioned winter storms. So many hidden treasures lie in the sandy shoreline within steps of Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel.
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Spend an afternoon at the Culinary Center, the perfect place to ride out a storm while rolling up your sleeves.
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Watch the region’s best skaters and BMXers at the Kirtsis Skatepark, as designed by the world-renowned team at Dreamland, based right here in Lincoln City. Have some experience? Join in the fun!
To book a well-deserved winter getaway to Oregon’s Coast, please give us a call today at 800-972-6155 (or check availability online). Don’t forget that Lincoln City is known for its “Secret Spring” in February when higher-than-average temperatures often sweep through the region. For even more winter date ideas, browse through our “honeymoon planner.”