4th of July in Florence, Oregon

The Florence Experience

Grab the watermelon, picnic blanket, snacks, and the family, and come over here for 4th of july in Florence, Oregon. Florence offers all kinds of events, gatherings, and one of the coast’s best firework shows that will please everyone in the family. Don’t forget: you...

Everything You Need to Know About Sandboarding in Florence

Outdoor Adventures

You have probably heard of snowboarding, but have you heard of sandboarding? Sandboarding is very similar to snowboarding, and it is a favorite activity in Florence, Oregon, as well as in several other areas of the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation...

Agate Hunting in Florence: Where to Go and How to Do It

Outdoor Adventures

For many rockhounds – both experts and beginners alike – agate hunting in Florence is the place to be. For agate hunters specifically, the Oregon Coast is perfect. There is such an abundance of agates that even the pea gravel used in children’s playgrounds...

Geocaching in Florence, Oregon

Outdoor Adventures

Have you ever dreamed of going on a treasure hunt? Of finding pirates’ booty, and exploring little known areas to find little trinkets and clues? We have good news: treasure hunts don’t have to end when you’re an adult. It’s time to try Florence, Oregon...

2019 Florence Rhododendron Festival

Events, Local Attractions, The Florence Experience

There is nothing quite like the pomp and pageantry of a big parade in a small town, especially if that means the Florence Rhododendron Festival. But every year on the weekend between Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, the parade is just the capstone to four days full of...