Fishing (saltwater and fresh water)
Landmark exploring (lighthouse)
Animals ( Sea Lion Caves)seals are visible in many places in Florence, especially from MO’s
Restaurant where they feed on salmon at the mouth of the Siuslaw River.
Whales visible from cottage April through October
Birding - many seabirds and local larger predatory birds visible
White Wolf sanctuary 1 1/2 hour away
Bicycling-bike paths all over Florence and mandatory low maximum driving speeds makes
Florence is a great place to bicycle
Fun towns nearby- Yachats
History buffs, explore Heceta Head lighthouse and caretaker’s house), old Florence bridges (very art deco), old buildings in old town Florence on the Siuslaw River
Artwork- old Florence along the Siuslaw River
Horseback Riding (C & M stables)
Dune Riding (machines off road, dune buggy, rails and 4 x 4’s rentals available)
Natural wonders (Cook’s Chasm, Devil’s Churn, and Thor’s Well)
Laughing crab is a venue in this case, not a marine animal. It's a place where people can go listen to live music.
Whiskey tasting also old town Florence
Antique stores and thrift shops for those thrifty-minded people!
Darlingtonia Californica is a carnivorous plant that grows in Oregon and California. There is a reserve with these plants located close to the cottage.
We could also mention mushroom hunting as people love to do there. But also say have a reliable reference guide and make sure you know what mushrooms are safe to consume.
