You'd Be Surprised To Learn That Manzanita, Oregon Is One Of The Country's Best Coastal Towns
By Christy Articola|Published June 09, 2023
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Christy Articola has lived in Colorado since 2013 and considers herself a Centennial State enthusiast and expert through and through. She's based in Denver metro, but over the past decade, she has traveled to every corner, river, village, park, town, and city in the state and continues to explore it deeper and further whenever she can. Christy simply can't get enough of Colorado, and loves sharing all her adventures with you through Only In Your State! She graduated with a degree in journalism from Fordham University and is thrilled to be working as a full time travel writer for this and other sites - she finally found her perfect niche - and is so grateful for that.
Oregon is full of beautiful beaches and welcoming small towns all up and down the coast. There are many that you’ve surely heard of and may have even visited like Cannon Beach, Newport, Florence, Lincoln City, and others. However, one that might not have made its way onto your radar that is very special and nearly perfect is Manzanita. This small town has everything you could want or need for the perfect ocean getaway. Read on to find out more about why we think that Manzanita is one of the best coastal towns in Oregon and then plan a visit soon! You’ll love it – guaranteed!
Manzanita is lovely! This small town on the coast is about halfway between Cannon Beach and Pacific City, near Tillamook. It's close to Portland but it feels like it's a million miles away from everything.
It also offers beach access. West Oswald State Park used to have a campground, but currently, it is day use only.
Before or after you explore these state parks, you're going to be hungry! Fortunately, Manzanita has lots of great restaurants. For breakfast or brunch, you should try Yolk. It's top notch!
Manzanita is a dream! This town may be small, but it’s quiet, serene, and relaxing, and honestly, what more do you want when thinking about the perfect coastal town? It’s no wonder we consider it to be one of the best coastal towns in Oregon. Visit Manzanita today and fall in love.
Do you want to explore more of the great little towns on the Oregon coast? This Oregon Coast Road Trip is a wonderful way to do exactly that! You’ll pass through Manzanita between Cannon Beach and Pacific City. Have a great trip!
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