About Brookings
Brookings, Oregon is 6 miles north of the California
border on Hwy 101 and is a central point for visiting
numerous wilderness areas, including the Kalmiopsis
Wilderness area, Loeb State Park, Harris Beach State
Park, Jedidiah Smith State Park and the Redwood National
Forests.. Known for it's mild seasonal climates, Brookings
features activities year-round.
In the Summer months you can take a trip up the Rouge
River on one of the Mail Boat tours. Or spend time sea
kayaking up the Chetco River while you watch for wildlife.
There are many ways to enjoy the warm summer ocean breezes.
Whether you take a walk along Harris Beach or fly a
kite as high as the wind will take it....it's hard not
to find yourself amazed by the simple beauty that surrounds
you. Brookings is famous for storm watching in the winter
months. Sit high above the crashing waves while you
gaze out the windows and watch the wonder of nature
take place just below you. Be sure to catch the whales
as they migrate in the winter and spring months.
Like fishing? Take a
fishing trip on one of the deep sea fishing boats and
bring home salmon, halibut or ling cod. Or spend a relaxing
day fly fishing on the chetco River. Visit Loeb State
Park and take a hike through the Myrtle Wood trees that
inhabit nearly 320 acres of forest. Be sure to stop
and pick some fresh, wild bluberries or blackberries
along the trails to take back and enjoy .Whether you
just want a relaxing day in the sun while you catch
up on your reading or a day full of adventure...Brookings
and The Seastar Retreat can make it happen.
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