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Bandon State Natural Area, Bandon, OR

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Sports & Outdoors

Bandon State Natural Area

A coastal state natural area with several beach access points along Beach Loop Road south of Bandon, Oregon.

Bandon, OR

About Bandon State Natural Area

Bandon State Natural Area is a group of beach access spots spread along Beach Loop Road near the town of Bandon on the southern Oregon Coast. Visitors can reach the sand at China Creek, Devils Kitchen, and Bandon Wayside, though each spot offers different parking room. The park is managed by Oregon State Parks and sits along the route of the Oregon Coast Trail. Beach camping is not allowed between Bandon and Floras Lake, and drones are prohibited in the area.

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    Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint

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    Coquille River Lighthouse

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    Bullards Beach State Park

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    Seven Devils State Recreation Site

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    Coquille Valley Museum

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    A local history museum in Coquille that collects and displays artifacts and information about the Coquille Valley and its people.

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    Shore Acres State Park

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