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About Brookings-Harbor
Located on the southernmost Oregon Coast, Brookings-Harbor is a place
where scenic rivers flow through pristine forests and overlooks stunning
ocean vistas.
It is the largest community in Curry County, with a population of
approximately 14,000. Just six miles north of the California border,
Brookings is often referred to as the Banana Belt of the Pacific
Northwest, thanks to its sunny year-round climate. Unlike the rest of the
region, The town's temperatures range from the 70's during summer days and
the 40's in the coldest of winter nights. Brookings' economy was
historically based in lumber and fishing. Although these industries have
been replaced by service-oriented industry they are still important
elements of the local economy. Additionally, the twelve-mile region
between Brookings and Smith River, California is the sole provider of
every lily bulb produced in North America.
Azalea Park
Azalea Park is Bookings beautiful city park which is located from the south
by turning right at the first street (Constitution Ave) past the Chetco
River overpass on Hwy 101; Turn left on North Bank Chetco River rd; Azalea
Park is on the right a few hundred feet up the road. Azalea is near all 3 public schools and is a
great place for kids of all ages. There is a playground, bathrooms, picnic
tables, and a covered stage in a natural amphitheater, and softball
diamonds. The Botanical Garden
The
Botanical Garden is located on Hwy 101 just NW of the Chetco River overpass at
Constitution Way. It is definitely worth taking the time to stop by and
see. It is maintained by volunteers and the Brookings/Harbor Garden
Club.
Harris Beach State Park
Harris Beach State Park 1655 Hwy. 101, Brookings, OR 97415; (541)
469-2021. On U.S. 101 just north of Brookings. Campground open year round.
It has dump stations for RV's. wheelchair accessible sites, campsites, 4 yurts, 66
tent sites, 52 electrical sites and 34 trailer spaces with full utility
hookups. The campsite also features a Hiker/biker camp. Hot Showers are
available to all campers. Public phones and firewood are available. Even
cable TV hookup are at selected sites. Call Reservations Northwest for
reservations: 1-800-452-5687.
The
Kalmiopsis Wilderness Area/ Siskiyou National Forest
If you would like to camp close by in the
Kalmiopsis Wilderness Area/ Siskiyou National Forest you may get to it from Hwy 101 in
Brookings by following the North Bank Chetco River Road about 10 miles (past
Loeb State Park) to the Siskiyou National Forest. The Kalmiopsis
Wilderness Area is one of five wilderness areas that make up the Siskiyou
National Forest. Approximately 5 miles into the National Forest is Little Redwood
Campground. Here you will find river access, bathrooms, about 15 drive-in
campsites, and a picnic area about 1/4 mile south. This campground is
closed in winter. (Alfred A.) Loeb State Park
(Alfred A.) Loeb State Park is 8 miles NE of Brookings on North Bank Chetco
River rd. (541) 469-2021 The Park is adjacent to the Chetco River and
offers easy access and drift boat launching via a gravel bar. There is
free day use parking and a picnic area. Loeb has 53 electrical sites
nestled in an old-growth Myrtle wood forest. Less than a mile farther up
the road is the USFS's "Redwood Nature Trail", which connects with Loeb's
own "Riverview" trail. Call Reservations Northwest for reservations:
1-800-452-5687.
Port Of Brookings Harbor
The harbor is home to commercial fishermen as well as pleasure boaters and
sport fishermen via public access ramps. There are slips available also.
There is a small public access fishing pier near the Coast Guard station.
It is accessible from Boat Basin Road. There are also many small quaint
shops in the harbor to visit
Redwood Nature Trail
A 1-mile loop trail the Redwood Nature Trail is 1/2 mile past Loeb State Park on North Bank
Chetco River Road. From Brookings, take the North Bank Chetco River Road
from hwy 101 approximately 8 miles to Loeb State Park, then continue on
for another 1/2 mile or so on the left.
Sporthaven Beach
This beach is situated between the ocean and the harbor and can be
accessed by entering the Beachfront RV Park on Boat Basin Road. There is free parking and
there are picnic and camping sites available at the RV park. Sporthaven is
a good beach for Whale Watching in season. Sporthaven Beach, at the
harbor, and Harris State Beach are excellent
places to spot whales. Late March and the entire month of April are prime
time for seeing the Grey Whales as they migrate northward for the summer
and then again when they head south for Baja in December. Some whales can
be seen year 'round. |
