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South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve is a jewel of the Oregon coast. This 4,700-acre reserve offers beautiful views of the estuary and surrounding forests with a great visitor center that provides information on the area's ecosystem, history, and ongoing research. There are miles of hiking trails and opportunities to go kayaking or canoeing, or you can take a guided tour to learn more about the estuary's diverse flora and fauna. There is no entry fee, and the visitor center and restrooms are open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In Oregon, the South Fork Coquille River unveils two sets of emerald pools, its water shifting in hue with the river's speed. Perfect for a refreshing dip, it offers beautiful, shaded spots for various activities.

Powers County Park, embraced by Coos County, offers a distinctive recreational experience. Surrounded by picturesque mountains and verdant ranchland, it's an ideal setting for sightseeing, and wildlife exploration, with deer, elk, black bear, coyote, raccoon, and diverse bird species in the surrounding national forest.

A short spur trail leads to a bird blind, a couple of benches offer a quiet viewing spot. Spot common birds like mergansers, buffleheads, pied-billed grebes, and cormorants. Keep an eye out for sunning turtles. If are fortunate, you get a glimpse of a beaver or otter.

On the north side of the 700 soul community of Powers, on the site of what was once the largest employer, the sawmill, only the large wooden pond and an old steam engine can be seen, which now frame the county park with campground. There are showers, toilets, canopies with kitchen equipment and electricity, and large waterfront lawns for $ 15; There are also campgrounds in the forest south of the place under $ 10, but the location and facilities of County Park can't be beat. http://www.co.coos.or.us/departments/cooscountyparks/powers.aspx

Beautiful and great for a refreshing dip