Our Communities
Get to Know Our Creative Communities
Welcome to Your Friendly Oregon Coast
You’ve dreamed of a friendly place to raise your family that offers an active outdoor lifestyle, great schools, a lively arts and culture scene, and good jobs. Lincoln County’s Creative Communities are your place to call home.
Depoe Bay
Depoe Bay is a small coastal town with a deep, rich history. Before the arrival of early homesteaders, coastal Indian tribes speaking nearly 20 different languages lived in the area.
Depoe Bay is home of the world smallest natural harbor that was voted in 2020 as the best harbor in the U.S. People travel from all over the world to watch the whales migrate off the coast, with nearly 25,000 gray whales passing south every winter.
For small town vibes and an active food, dining and shopping scenes, Depoe Bay is a great place to call home or the home office
Lincoln City
Lincoln City is bordered by 680-acre Devils Lake and the Coast Range on the east, and the Pacific Ocean on the west. Lincoln City boasts 7½ miles of beautiful, clean sandy beaches, with the Salmon River and Cascade Head to the north, and the Siletz Bay and Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge to the south.
Lincoln City enjoys a mild maritime climate and is a popular tourist destination. The consistent breeze enjoyed at Lincoln City’s beaches makes Lincoln City one of the best places in the world to fly a kite. Surfing and kite-boarding conditions are also world-class.
The Lincoln City Farmers and Crafters Market begins May 7th, 2023 and takes place every Sunday from 9am-2pm at the Marketplace at Salishan, 7760 NW Highway 101, Gleneden Beach.
Newport
Newport has been a playground for visitors since the late 1800’s. Nestled between the Coastal Mountains, Pacific Ocean and Yaquina Bay, the natural beauty of the area draws those seeking a unique and exciting coastal experience, whether to live, work or play.
Newport is the Dungeness Crab Capital of the world. The historic city is comprised of distinct neighborhoods including Agate Beach, the Bohemian Nye Beach, the Deco District, the historic Bayfront which is a working fishing port and South Beach.
The Newport Farmers Market is scheduled to begin on March 25th, 2023 and take place every Saturday from 9am-1pm. The market is located at the corner of Angle Street and Hwy 101, Newport, OR 97365.
Siletz
The City of Siletz, located on the Siletz River in the coast range mountains, was incorporated in 1946. The city is approximately eight miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, thirteen miles northeast from the county seat of Newport and approximately seven miles north of Toledo.
Siletz’s vegetation consists primarily of Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock. The City has been called a “Fisherman’s paradise” due to its location on the river. It is a quiet small town with a welcoming rural, hometown feel while also boasting access to some of the fastest broadband in Lincoln County. The Siletz Valley Farmer’s Market will take place all summer on Tuesdays from 10am-2pm at the Grange Hall, 162 N Gaither Street, Siletz, OR 97380.
Toledo
Previously named a 2009 “All-American City” Award Finalist by the National Civic League, the town of Toledo was born at the turn of the 20th century and the history of its growth offers a quintessential example of America’s larger pioneer story of cross-cultural encounters, economic struggle, and the determination to prosper against seemingly insurmountable odds.
Toledo is known for its old Victorians, many of which have been restored, a downtown promising treasure in the form of antique shops of all kinds and an active arts district. The town boast a major Georgia Pacific container board plant and a vibrant port. Public docks and antique boats also share the Yaquina River port.
The Toledo Waterfront Market begins on June 1st and will take place every Thursday through August from 10am-3pm. The market is located at Memorial Field, 385 NW A Street, Toledo, OR 97391.
Waldport
Whether it involves boats or binoculars, bicycles or hiking boots, sand pails or gold pans, Waldport has something to offer. Waldport’s pristine Alsea Bay is home to thousands of Dungeness crab, clams, salmon and steelhead. For those who prefer feathers to fins, over 400 species of birds that reside in Waldport, either year-round or seasonally.
The quiet coastal community offers a quaint and appealing downtown, some of the best kayaking in Oregon and miles of unspoiled beaches. Opportunity amounts with the Waldport Industrial Park, a close-knit business community and fiber-based broadband.
The Waldport Wednesday Market begins May 3rd and will take place every Wednesday from 9am-2pm through October. The market is located in the parking lot of the Waldport Community Center, 265 NW Alsea Hwy, Waldport, OR 97394.
Yachats
Yachats was named after the Yachats River, and is a word derived from native local languages. Nestled between lush temperate rainforest and rhythmic Pacific surf, the vibrant village of Yachats opens a window to the environment in southern Lincoln County.
With miles of local trails and a gorgeous rocky coast, the scenery will take your breath away. The Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve is just south of town, and marine wildlife abounds. Yachats is home to a growing population of remote workers who thrive on the friendly small town feel and endless outdoor options.
The Yachats Farmers Market begins May 14th, 2023 and takes place every Sunday from 9am-2pm at the Yachats Commons, 4th Street and Hwy 101 N, Yachats, OR 97498.
