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Neskowin Ghost Forest

Just a 20-minute drive south of Pacific City lies one of the Oregon Coast’s most mysterious natural wonders: the Neskowin Ghost Forest. Here, ancient Sitka spruce stumps, believed to be nearly 2,000 years old, stand rooted in the sand, remnants of a massive earthquake or tsunami that buried the forest centuries ago. Revealed after a winter storm in the late 1990s, the eerie stumps emerge at low tide and offer a fascinating, otherworldly glimpse into the region’s geologic past.

Date

October 1-31, 2026

Time

Low Tide

Location

Neskowin, OR 97149

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Calendar of Events

  • The Barn at Harts Camp
    Sep14

    Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play

    A suspense-filled theatrical experience that channels classic Hitchcock thrills through a 1940s-style live radio broadcast. Live performance just a half hour from Pacific City.

    Date: September 9-20, 2026

    Time: All Day

    Location: The Barn Community Playhouse

  • Pati Rojas
    Sep16

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Pati Rojas

    Soulful Americana from Pati Rojas blends blues, country, folk, gospel and rock with powerful, heartfelt vocals.

    Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Surfers at Oregon Beach
    Sep18

    Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic

    The Pacific Northwest’s most iconic longboard surf contest. Catch the waves and coastal vibes.

    Date: September 18-20, 2026

    Time: Various times

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • Kites from the Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival
    Sep18

    Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival

    A vibrant autumn spectacle as giant, colorful kites soar above the beach a half hour south of Pacific City.

    Date: September 18-20, 2026

    Time: All Day

    Location: D-River Wayside State Park

  • Sep23

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Tevis Hodge Jr.

    Settle in for coastal flavors and the music of Tevis Hodge Jr., whose blend of blues, jazz, folk and old-time tunes creates the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening.

    Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Kris Stuart playing guitar
    Sep30

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Kris Stuart

    Experience an evening with Kris Stuart, a singer and traveling troubadour whose west-wandering guitar work brings an easy warmth to the night.

    Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Oregon Beach
    Oct03

    Community Beach Cleanup

    Lend a hand at a Headlands-hosted beach cleanup to reduce litter, protect marine life and care for our coast.

    Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • Oct10

    Bigfoot at the Beach: Hart's Camp Fall Festival

    Bigfoot is headed for the Oregon Coast! Join the search at Hart’s Camp with live music, food trucks, local artisans, dory rides, Bigfoot fun, s’mores and more. Free and fun for all ages. Something wild is out there.

    Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. & Sunday, October 11, 2026
 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Time: Various

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Marketplace

  • Nov23

    Oregon's King Tides

    Plan your trip to Pacific City to coincide with the magnificent King Tides, the highest tides of the season

    Date: November 23-27, 2026 December 22-26, 2026 January 20-24, 2027

    Time: All Day

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • Meridian Restaurant & Bar
    Nov26

    Thanksgiving Dinner at Meridian Restaurant & Bar

    Savor a Thanksgiving menu with seasonal flavors and ocean views.

    Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026

    Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar