Gold Beach, Oregon
Gold Beach is the county seat of Curry County, located between Brookings and Port Orford on the southern Oregon coast. Situated in the middle of the "Banana Belt", it has a mild climate absent of extreme highs and lows. The main industries in Gold Beach are tourism, agriculture, commercial fishing, sport fishing, lumber, and wood products. City, county, state and federal government entities collectively account for a sizable percentage of all employment. Main infrastructure features include a municipal airport, a general hospital, and a recreational/commercial craft port. Real estate in Gold Beach and the vicinity is moderately priced, making it attractive for those seeking retirement and vacation homes. Popular attractions for visitors to the area encompass beachcombing, bird and whale watching, crabbing, clamming, hiking, sport fishing, jet boat tours on nearby Rogue River, windsurfing, tide pooling, and camping.
Where to lay your head at night
Gold Beach offers visitors many lodging options from which to choose. Here are our "sure bet" recommendations for travelers with various objectives and sensibilities.
Maximum Comfort and Amenities
Gold Beach Resort and Condominiums
29232 Ellensburg on Highway 101
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-7066
(800) 541-0947
gbresort@haborside.com
gbresort.com
Resort features include indoor pool and spa, fitness room, ocean view, private balconies, easy beach access, one and two bedroom condos, fireplaces, restaurant, and convention center.
Vacation Rentals
Clear Sky Lodging
29350 Clear Sky Ln
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-6456
(866) 541-6456
clearskylodging.com
Three-acre park near ocean with furnished homes, ocean view, Jacuzzi, and sauna; accommodations for groups with up to forty members.
Friendly and Homey
Endicott Gardens Bed and Breakfast
95768 Jerry's Flat Rd
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-6513
(866) 212-1220
endicottgardens.com
Bella Rogue Bed and Breakfast
96265 N Bank Rogue
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(877) 764-8308
info@bellarogue.com
bellarogue.com
Home on Wheels
Indian Creek Resort
94680 Jerrys Flat Rd
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-7704
(877) 537-7704
indiancreek@harborside.com
indiancreekresort.net
RV park overlooking the Rogue River. Ninety sites with complete hook ups; laundry facilities; showers; WiFi; cable TV; children's outdoor play area.
Under the Stars
Humbug Mountain State Park
Located north of Gold Beach on Hwy 101.
Hiking on Humbug Mountain is a popular activity for visitors. The park enjoys some of the warmest weather on the Oregon coast because the mountains offer protection from cool ocean winds. There are 32 electrical and 62 tent sites available, as well as a hiker/biker camp. Campsites are first come, first served. (541) 332-6774 or (800) 551-6949 for more information.
Local favorite eatery
Anna's By The Sea
29672 Stewart St
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-2100
Casual, comfortable atmosphere; varied menu; eclectic and reasonably priced wine selections.
Behind the scenes
Curry Historical Society Museum
29419 Ellensburg
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-9396
curryhistory.com
Museum maintains an important collection of historic artifacts relating to the area's history; ongoing exhibits include The Salmon King of Oregon and The Wedderburn Quilt; bookstore offers local and regional history selections. Closed during January.
Jerry's Rogue Jets
PO Box 1011
29985 Harbor Way
Gold Beach, Oregon 97444
(541) 247-4571
(800) 451-3645
jerrys@roguejets.com
roguejets.com
Provides nature-based Rogue River boat trips that are very popular with visitors of all ages.
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