Gold Beach sits 40 miles north of the California border and is quite different from other coastal towns for its blend of forest, river, and ocean. It's a weaving of Native American cultures and wars, ranchers, mill workers, gold miners, fisherman, European fur trappers, and town folk. In the mid-1800s, once gold was discovered in California, shiny stuff was found in the beach sand near the mouth of the Rogue River. Gold Beach, originally named Ellensburg, was born and soon became the county seat of the newly formed Curry County. In the late 19th century, the Gold Beach area was known for heavily harvesting salmon. By 1876, Robert D. Hume established a canning operation that rapidly dominated the industry. Today, Gold Beach has become a hub for whitewater jet boating, windsurfing, kayaking, and wilderness mountain biking and hiking.
Pistol River State Scenic Viewpoint is a split between Pistol River South and Pistol River North. The state park is a set of dunes of the Oregon coast that are ever-changing as the river system feeds them. The river also has changed its course often, creating pothole ponds that attract shorebirds and waterfowl. Not far away is Cape Sebastian State Scenic Corridor, where a deep forest of Sitka spruce covers most of the park, and a walking trail takes you out to the lower levels of the cape. You'll go over rocky cliffs and viewpoints to observe migrating whales.
Prehistoric Gardens is open to the public to view scientifically correct restorations, authentic in detail, and restored lifelike dinosaur models. There are 23 dinosaurs in total, ranging from flying pteranodon with a wingspan of 27 feet to a massive brachiosaurus that towers 46 feet off the ground. It also has a biodiversity-rich rainforest with average rainfall between six to 10 feet per year. Discover the 300-year-old forest as the tour takes you through its ecosystem.
Gold Beach also has fun museums you can visit. The Curry Historical Museum showcases the fascinating history of Oregon's spectacular south coast. As you walk through the museum, history comes alive through its artifacts and discoveries.
Mahaffy Ranch Harvest Festival – This festival begins on the last week in September until the last day of October. There are hayrides, corn cannons, a corn maze, a snack shack, and a photo board.
Annual Gold Beach Brew and Art Fest – This event is held at the beginning of June and is the longest-running Brewfest on the Oregon coast. It's known for its excellent gathering of craft breweries, classic cars on display, wineries, musicians, food vendors, and art pieces.
Redwood National Park is home to the tallest trees, vast prairies, wild rivers, oak woodlands, and 40 miles of rugged coastline. You can take a long day hiking and exploring the park, or get pumped and grab your bicycle for 10 miles of trails and open roads.
Crater Lake National Park was formed when a brutal eruption triggered the collapse of a tall peak, witnessed about 7,700 years ago by Native Americans. This park is open year-round 24 hours a day, giving you plenty of opportunities to savor the sunset and moonlit sky, hike the trail along the lakeshore, and see spectacular views from the Sinnott Overlook.
Lassen Volcanic National Park is in the northeast corner of California, and it bubbles, streams, and roars because of its hydrothermal activity. The Bumpass Hell Trail includes a stretch along a boardwalk with close-up views of vivid turquoise pools and boiling mud pots. The trail is a gentle three-mile hike with terrific views of Brokeoff Volcano and Lassen Peak.
Humbug Mountain State Park features a 5.5-mile hike to the 1,765-foot summit of Humbug Mountain with south-facing ocean views. The state park also includes a picnic area with a gazebo for family gatherings; plus the beach is great for swimming, kayaking, and other water recreational activities.
Harris Beach State Park sits on the rugged south coast providing a splendid seascape for sightseers. It has several trails for hiking, miles of sandy beaches for swimming, and rocky outcroppings to explore. The park is about three miles from Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, where you can take advantage of the series of scenic waysides and unparalleled ocean views.
Cape Blanco State Park sits on the westernmost tip of Oregon and is perched over the Pacific Ocean. It features a 19th-century lighthouse and an early Irish settler's home. Fishing, hiking, biking, swimming, and relaxing on the beach are some outdoor activities you can find at Cape Blanco.
There is no shortage when it comes to exploring Oregon landmarks including ones near Gold Beach. Thomas Creek Bridge stands about 345 feet high and was built in 1961. This landmark is the highest bridge in Oregon and crosses a deep valley overlooking the Pacific Ocean on coastal Route 101. Cape Blanco Lighthouse was built in 1970 and is the oldest lighthouse remaining in Oregon. This 59-foot tower was built atop the headland 245 feet above the sea. Another place worth visiting is Geisel Monument State Heritage Site.
The Indian Creek RV Park is one of RVshare's top picks near Gold Beach, featuring 90 RV hookup sites, free Wi-Fi, a gift shop, an on-site café, a TV lounge, and a convenience store. It sits where the Rogue meets the Pacific and two miles north of Gold Beach. Another top pick for camping is the Turtle Rock RV Resort, offering many outdoor recreations such as hiking, birdwatching, wildlife observation, and so much more. It sits right off of route 101 at the south end of sunny Gold Beach.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Gold Beach, OR, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Gold Beach?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Gold Beach from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Gold Beach?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
