The Beaver State is full of enchanting hidden gems that will make you feel like you've stepped straight into a fairy tale. One of the most magical is the lovely Shore Acres State Park, perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean near Coos Bay. Exploring this unique place is a one of a kind Oregon experience that will fill you with awe and wonder. Check it out:
Located in Coos County, Shore Acres State Park is a breathtaking place that features stunning ocean views as well as a beautiful botanical garden.
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The 5-acre park is home to a rose garden, a Japanese garden, a lily pond, a beach, walking trails, an ocean observation building, and more.
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The ocean views are simply unparalleled. Along the cliffs are numerous amazing viewpoints; watching the epic collision of roaring waves against the rugged shoreline is thoroughly mesmerizing.
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It's an especially amazing place for whale watching and storm watching.
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Wandering through the picturesque scenery, you're sure to stumble across all kinds of beautiful sights that seem like they could've come straight from a fairy tale. Like this beautiful fountain...
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....and this incredible tree.
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In the winter months, Shore Acres is hosts a Holiday Lights festival, and is transformed by thousands of glittering lights and light sculptures -- which makes it seem even more like a story book setting.
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Bring a picnic, a camera, or simply take a stroll through the garden, along the cliffs, and on the beach.
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This unique state park is positively enchanting.
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Shore Acres State Park is located at 89428 Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay, Oregon. The park charges a small day use fee for parking.
Find out about more enchanting hidden gems in Oregon here.
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