Guidebook for Bay City

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Guidebook for Bay City

Food Scene

Chef owned and wonderful menu. Menu also offers several vegetarian/vegan choices. Small Restaurant which is also a Cafe. Not to be overlooked when selecting a dining experience.
32 locals recommend
Offshore Grill & Coffeehouse
154 Laneda Avenue
32 locals recommend
Chef owned and wonderful menu. Menu also offers several vegetarian/vegan choices. Small Restaurant which is also a Cafe. Not to be overlooked when selecting a dining experience.
Beautiful views of the beach. Bar and restaurant both have beach side tables. Limited vegetarian selections. One of the best burgers on the Tillamook Coast.
42 locals recommend
Sand Dollar Restaurant & Lounge
210 S 1st St
42 locals recommend
Beautiful views of the beach. Bar and restaurant both have beach side tables. Limited vegetarian selections. One of the best burgers on the Tillamook Coast.
Great breakfast and wonderful homemade desserts and pastries. Bar in back has a wonderful Mixologist. Give it a try.
Parkside Restaurant and Lounge
231 Garibaldi Ave
Great breakfast and wonderful homemade desserts and pastries. Bar in back has a wonderful Mixologist. Give it a try.
Best Breakfast on the coast. Homemade pies. An breakfast experience that cannot be beat.
19 locals recommend
Downies Cafe
9320 5th St
19 locals recommend
Best Breakfast on the coast. Homemade pies. An breakfast experience that cannot be beat.
Chef owned, wonderful menu, fresh ingredients, vegan and vegetarian options. Beautiful view of Oceanside and Three Arch Capes. After breakfast or lunch, enjoy a walk on the beach.
26 locals recommend
Blue Agate Cafe
1610 Pacific Ave
26 locals recommend
Chef owned, wonderful menu, fresh ingredients, vegan and vegetarian options. Beautiful view of Oceanside and Three Arch Capes. After breakfast or lunch, enjoy a walk on the beach.
Fresh seafood, homemade desserts and pastries, located on the beach in Oceanside. Limited vegetarian/vegan. Very romantic, nice wine selection.
46 locals recommend
Roseanna's Cafe
1490 Pacific Ave
46 locals recommend
Fresh seafood, homemade desserts and pastries, located on the beach in Oceanside. Limited vegetarian/vegan. Very romantic, nice wine selection.
You just can't miss the Schooner. Large patio with scenic views of Netarts Bay, brick oven, wonderful Lounge/Bar area, fresh local ingredients and an outstanding menu. Vegetarian options.
62 locals recommend
The Schooner Restaurant & Lounge
2065 NW Boat Basin Rd
62 locals recommend
You just can't miss the Schooner. Large patio with scenic views of Netarts Bay, brick oven, wonderful Lounge/Bar area, fresh local ingredients and an outstanding menu. Vegetarian options.
Fresh Seafood. Watch as oysters from Tillamook Bay are shucked and then served. On the Jetty in Bay City, overlooking Tillamook Bay.
25 locals recommend
Fish Peddler at Pacific Oyster
5150 Hayes Oyster Dr
25 locals recommend
Fresh Seafood. Watch as oysters from Tillamook Bay are shucked and then served. On the Jetty in Bay City, overlooking Tillamook Bay.
Restaurant with a fun lounge attached. Family friendly in the restaurant. Specials are homemade.
Rendezvous Bar & Grill
214 Pacific Ave
Restaurant with a fun lounge attached. Family friendly in the restaurant. Specials are homemade.
Actual name is Pacific Restaurant. Opening Soon at 2nd Street and Main in the old 2nd Street Market. Chef owned, fresh local ingredients, martini bar, cooking lessons, open kitchen, wine selection. More information forthcoming once Pacific Restaurant opens its doors.
24 locals recommend
Pacific Restaurant
205 Main Ave
24 locals recommend
Actual name is Pacific Restaurant. Opening Soon at 2nd Street and Main in the old 2nd Street Market. Chef owned, fresh local ingredients, martini bar, cooking lessons, open kitchen, wine selection. More information forthcoming once Pacific Restaurant opens its doors.
Best pizza on the Coast. Come in for a slice or a whole pie. Yes, they will deliver to Sheltered Nook.
7 locals recommend
Fat Dog Pizza
116 Main Ave
7 locals recommend
Best pizza on the Coast. Come in for a slice or a whole pie. Yes, they will deliver to Sheltered Nook.
Not much to say but one of my favorite stops
Yo Time Frozen Yogurt
1812 1st St
Not much to say but one of my favorite stops
Located right next to the theater, Muddy Waters serves up coffee, breakfast and snacks
Muddy Waters
1904 3rd St
Located right next to the theater, Muddy Waters serves up coffee, breakfast and snacks
Mexican Restaurant with large selection of vegetarian options.
7 locals recommend
La Mexicana Restaurant
2203 3rd St
7 locals recommend
Mexican Restaurant with large selection of vegetarian options.
Steaks, ribs, burgers . . . meat, meat and meat.
8 locals recommend
Rodeo Steakhouse and Grill
2015 1st St
8 locals recommend
Steaks, ribs, burgers . . . meat, meat and meat.
5-Star Mexican Food Cart with outside or inside dining
6 locals recommend
Tacos La Providencia
1100 N Main Ave
6 locals recommend
5-Star Mexican Food Cart with outside or inside dining

Entertainment & Activities

Kelly's is the best place to go crabbing. Located on Nehalem Bay, you can rent a boat and crabbing gear and crab until you either tire out or meet your limit. Kelly's will also cook and clean your crab for you.
47 locals recommend
Kelly's Brighton Marina LLC
29200 US-101
47 locals recommend
Kelly's is the best place to go crabbing. Located on Nehalem Bay, you can rent a boat and crabbing gear and crab until you either tire out or meet your limit. Kelly's will also cook and clean your crab for you.
You ride the abandoned railroad track from Bay City to Tillamook and back (11 miles round trip). You are riding a flatbed railcar with seats like a recumbent bike seat. Yes you pedal the rails. Great fun
12 locals recommend
Oregon Coast Railriders Bay City
5400 Hayes Oyster Dr
12 locals recommend
You ride the abandoned railroad track from Bay City to Tillamook and back (11 miles round trip). You are riding a flatbed railcar with seats like a recumbent bike seat. Yes you pedal the rails. Great fun
You ride a train pulled by a steam engine from Garibaldi to Rockaway Beach. The ride is round trip and you can spend time seeing the sights in both Garibaldi and Rockaway. The train track runs north from Garibaldi along Tillamook Bay.
42 locals recommend
Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad
402 American Ave
42 locals recommend
You ride a train pulled by a steam engine from Garibaldi to Rockaway Beach. The ride is round trip and you can spend time seeing the sights in both Garibaldi and Rockaway. The train track runs north from Garibaldi along Tillamook Bay.
See how Tillamook Cheese is made, taste the finished product, savor the many flavors of Tillamook Ice Cream and shop in the Gift Shops on premises. YUM
172 locals recommend
Tillamook Creamery
4165 N Hwy 101
172 locals recommend
See how Tillamook Cheese is made, taste the finished product, savor the many flavors of Tillamook Ice Cream and shop in the Gift Shops on premises. YUM
Miniature Golf across the street from the Cheese Factory. Family friendly. Driving Range also available. Also has short 18 hole golf course for those who don't want to waste time on the miniature version.
Bay Breeze Golf
2325 Latimer Rd N
Miniature Golf across the street from the Cheese Factory. Family friendly. Driving Range also available. Also has short 18 hole golf course for those who don't want to waste time on the miniature version.
18 hole golf course, putting green and driving range.
6 locals recommend
Alderbrook Golf Course
7300 Alderbrook Rd
6 locals recommend
18 hole golf course, putting green and driving range.
Rent a kayak or a canoe and discovery Nehalem Bay.
19 locals recommend
Wheeler Marina (our 40th year in business).
278 Marine Dr
19 locals recommend
Rent a kayak or a canoe and discovery Nehalem Bay.
Deep Sea Charter Company. Ask for what is in season.
Siggi-G Ocean Charters
611 Commercial St
Deep Sea Charter Company. Ask for what is in season.
Deep Sea Charter Company. Ask for what is in season.
15 locals recommend
Garibaldi Charters
607 Garibaldi Ave
15 locals recommend
Deep Sea Charter Company. Ask for what is in season.
Theater established in 1920's. Recently renovated. First run movies. Beer and Wine served as well as local dining options.
8 locals recommend
Tillamook Coliseum Theater
310 Main Ave
8 locals recommend
Theater established in 1920's. Recently renovated. First run movies. Beer and Wine served as well as local dining options.
Tour the Blue Heron Cheese Company, taste local wines, taste cheese and gourmet treats and delights. Outside there is a petting zoo. Great Deli on site.
57 locals recommend
Blue Heron Cheese & Wine Company
2001 Blue Heron Rd
57 locals recommend
Tour the Blue Heron Cheese Company, taste local wines, taste cheese and gourmet treats and delights. Outside there is a petting zoo. Great Deli on site.

Drinks & Nightlife

Sports Bar with live music or Karaoke
Garibaldi's Hook, Line 'n Sinker, Sports Bar and Grill
415 Garibaldi Ave
Sports Bar with live music or Karaoke
Because it is the Ghost Hole
10 locals recommend
Ghost Hole Public House
409 Garibaldi Ave
10 locals recommend
Because it is the Ghost Hole
You can't miss de Garde Brewing. Yes it is one of a kind on the Coast. de Garde uses cold ship fermentation to produce their beer. A can't miss experience. Beers change on a regular basis. Specializing in "Sour" beers, de Garde is a place that you cannot miss. Located only 10 minutes from Sheltered Nook (timed it myself). deGarde is open Thursday through Sunday.
16 locals recommend
De Garde Brewing
114 Ivy Ave
16 locals recommend
You can't miss de Garde Brewing. Yes it is one of a kind on the Coast. de Garde uses cold ship fermentation to produce their beer. A can't miss experience. Beers change on a regular basis. Specializing in "Sour" beers, de Garde is a place that you cannot miss. Located only 10 minutes from Sheltered Nook (timed it myself). deGarde is open Thursday through Sunday.
Best place for live music. Local musicians jam at Kitty's and Portland talent shows up for weekend shows. Blues, Jazz and Rock n Roll
Kitty's Food and Spirits
204 1/2 Main Ave
Best place for live music. Local musicians jam at Kitty's and Portland talent shows up for weekend shows. Blues, Jazz and Rock n Roll
Local bar with local flavor. Something happening everynight.
Workmans Irish Pub
111 Main Ave
Local bar with local flavor. Something happening everynight.
Pelican Brewery & Tap Room is a part of Tillamook. Pelican Brewery's production facility, the Tap Room is family friends and serves upscale pub food. The waitstaff are friendly and waiting to serve you.
33 locals recommend
Pelican Brewing – Tillamook
1708 1st St
33 locals recommend
Pelican Brewery & Tap Room is a part of Tillamook. Pelican Brewery's production facility, the Tap Room is family friends and serves upscale pub food. The waitstaff are friendly and waiting to serve you.
Located on the beach at Cape Kiwanda, this is the home of Pelican Brewery. Great beer and interested menu. Can't beat the view. Watch the Dory Boats land and launch from the beach in front of the brewery.
82 locals recommend
Pelican Brewing Company
33180 Cape Kiwanda Dr
82 locals recommend
Located on the beach at Cape Kiwanda, this is the home of Pelican Brewery. Great beer and interested menu. Can't beat the view. Watch the Dory Boats land and launch from the beach in front of the brewery.

Parks & Nature

Walk the beach, run your dog, beach comb for lost treasures. Watch the boats come in to Garibaldi Harbor.
14 locals recommend
Barview Jetty Park
8000 Cedar St
14 locals recommend
Walk the beach, run your dog, beach comb for lost treasures. Watch the boats come in to Garibaldi Harbor.
Hiking trails with stunning views. Park setting with day use as well as camping.
77 locals recommend
Cape Lookout State Park
13000 Whiskey Creek Road
77 locals recommend
Hiking trails with stunning views. Park setting with day use as well as camping.
The trail has everything you might want. Trail is 400 feet from the front gate of Sheltered Nook. Trail is 2.5 miles round trip and is divided up into Flora and Fauna, White Settlers and Native American. Interpretative signs outline the different trails and explain the history of the area. The trail will take you out to Tillamook Bay as well as the Birding Station. The trail was built without a carbon footprint. Find yourself as well as Tillamook Bay. Dog Friendly.
20 locals recommend
Kilchis Point Reserve
Spruce Street
20 locals recommend
The trail has everything you might want. Trail is 400 feet from the front gate of Sheltered Nook. Trail is 2.5 miles round trip and is divided up into Flora and Fauna, White Settlers and Native American. Interpretative signs outline the different trails and explain the history of the area. The trail will take you out to Tillamook Bay as well as the Birding Station. The trail was built without a carbon footprint. Find yourself as well as Tillamook Bay. Dog Friendly.
A beautiful river to sit by and enjoy a picnic, catch a fish, find a trail, take a nap. 5 minutes from Sheltered Nook. Ask for suggestions
Kilchis River
A beautiful river to sit by and enjoy a picnic, catch a fish, find a trail, take a nap. 5 minutes from Sheltered Nook. Ask for suggestions
A beautiful river to sit by and enjoy a picnic, catch a fish, find a trail, take a nap. 5 minutes from Sheltered Nook. Ask for suggestions
Miami River
A beautiful river to sit by and enjoy a picnic, catch a fish, find a trail, take a nap. 5 minutes from Sheltered Nook. Ask for suggestions
It one of our favorites. Spectacular scenery, beach combing, exploring. It is wonderful
12 locals recommend
Oceanside Beach State Recreation Site
12 locals recommend
It one of our favorites. Spectacular scenery, beach combing, exploring. It is wonderful
Once the site of an exclusive coastal resort, the Bay Ocean Spit located on Tillamook Bay has changed significantly. Originally the little known town of Bayocean was the town of big dreams and development, built on the spit between the Pacific Ocean and Tillamook Bay, but the doomed town eventually succumbed to the ocean in the 1930s. Though the houses and buildings that once existed have washed away, outdoor enthusiasts still value the land found at the Bay Ocean spit. Hikers will enjoy the 9-mile round trip jaunt along Tillamook Bay, leading to the tip of the peninsula. To find the Bay Ocean spit, take State Route 131 (Third Street westbound) and turn right just west of the Tillamook Rive
14 locals recommend
Bayocean Peninsula County Park
North Hwy 131
14 locals recommend
Once the site of an exclusive coastal resort, the Bay Ocean Spit located on Tillamook Bay has changed significantly. Originally the little known town of Bayocean was the town of big dreams and development, built on the spit between the Pacific Ocean and Tillamook Bay, but the doomed town eventually succumbed to the ocean in the 1930s. Though the houses and buildings that once existed have washed away, outdoor enthusiasts still value the land found at the Bay Ocean spit. Hikers will enjoy the 9-mile round trip jaunt along Tillamook Bay, leading to the tip of the peninsula. To find the Bay Ocean spit, take State Route 131 (Third Street westbound) and turn right just west of the Tillamook Rive
The trails near Munson Creek Falls are a true hiker’s delight. Surrounded by western red cedar and Sitka spruce trees, the Munson Creek State Natural Site has two trails that lead to impressive views of Oregon’s largest waterfall, Munson Creek Falls. The relatively straightforward trail at the base of the falls is around 1/4 mile and showcases the 266-foot waterfall, cascading over multiple rocky tiers. The more challenging upper trail provides a slightly better view and is around 3/8 of a mile, complete with wooden walkways and a viewing platform. Munson Creek Falls is located 7 miles south of Tillamook and is accessible year round. For more information, call (800) 551-6949 PHOTO GALLERY
24 locals recommend
Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site
6400-6200 Munson Creek Road
24 locals recommend
The trails near Munson Creek Falls are a true hiker’s delight. Surrounded by western red cedar and Sitka spruce trees, the Munson Creek State Natural Site has two trails that lead to impressive views of Oregon’s largest waterfall, Munson Creek Falls. The relatively straightforward trail at the base of the falls is around 1/4 mile and showcases the 266-foot waterfall, cascading over multiple rocky tiers. The more challenging upper trail provides a slightly better view and is around 3/8 of a mile, complete with wooden walkways and a viewing platform. Munson Creek Falls is located 7 miles south of Tillamook and is accessible year round. For more information, call (800) 551-6949 PHOTO GALLERY
Rumored to be directly above the location where Oregon’s first European settlers arrived, the Neahkahnie Mountain trail has historical significance and a beautiful ocean view to boot. This 3-mile trail leads hikers across the Neahkahnie Mountain and leads up to a gorgeous beach view in the Tillamook Bay region. The trail is located 28 miles north of Tillamook on the east side of Highway 101, and is open year round.
43 locals recommend
Neahkahnie Mountain
43 locals recommend
Rumored to be directly above the location where Oregon’s first European settlers arrived, the Neahkahnie Mountain trail has historical significance and a beautiful ocean view to boot. This 3-mile trail leads hikers across the Neahkahnie Mountain and leads up to a gorgeous beach view in the Tillamook Bay region. The trail is located 28 miles north of Tillamook on the east side of Highway 101, and is open year round.
This impressive and sustainably built center is the largest forest-based learning center in the region. Plus, it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump from Portland. Learn about sustainable forest management, the devastating Tillamook Burn and the reforestation efforts that have taken place since. Climb the Tillamook Forest Center’s 40-foot-tall replica of a forest fire watchtower, step out on the 250-foot-long pedestrian suspension bridge, or enjoy hiking the nearby forest and riverside trails. Bring along a picnic lunch and take advantage of the many picnic benches located all throughout the center, or simply take in the view of the northern Coast Range Mountains. The Forest Center is Free
23 locals recommend
Tillamook Forest Center
45500 OR-6
23 locals recommend
This impressive and sustainably built center is the largest forest-based learning center in the region. Plus, it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump from Portland. Learn about sustainable forest management, the devastating Tillamook Burn and the reforestation efforts that have taken place since. Climb the Tillamook Forest Center’s 40-foot-tall replica of a forest fire watchtower, step out on the 250-foot-long pedestrian suspension bridge, or enjoy hiking the nearby forest and riverside trails. Bring along a picnic lunch and take advantage of the many picnic benches located all throughout the center, or simply take in the view of the northern Coast Range Mountains. The Forest Center is Free

Sightseeing

Walk the Beach at Oceanside through the tunnel. Discover yourself, Birdwatch, beach comb and enjoy the peace.
Three Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge
Walk the Beach at Oceanside through the tunnel. Discover yourself, Birdwatch, beach comb and enjoy the peace.
Small and beautiful lighthouse. The views are spectacular. Lighthouse is open during season. On the Three Capes Loop. Don't forget to stop at the Octopus Tree located at the south parking lot near the Rest Rooms.
53 locals recommend
Cape Meares Lighthouse
3500 Cape Meares Loop
53 locals recommend
Small and beautiful lighthouse. The views are spectacular. Lighthouse is open during season. On the Three Capes Loop. Don't forget to stop at the Octopus Tree located at the south parking lot near the Rest Rooms.

Arts & Culture

Art Exhibits, classes, workshop, pancakes breakfasts for $5 (once a month).
6 locals recommend
Bay City Arts Center
5680 A St
6 locals recommend
Art Exhibits, classes, workshop, pancakes breakfasts for $5 (once a month).
Tillamook Air Museum is housed in a World War II blimp hanger. Learn the history of the Tillamook area and see many vintage planes housed in the hanger.
48 locals recommend
Tillamook Air Museum
6030 Hangar Rd
48 locals recommend
Tillamook Air Museum is housed in a World War II blimp hanger. Learn the history of the Tillamook area and see many vintage planes housed in the hanger.
Small County museum with a whole lot of history surrounding Tillamook County.
26 locals recommend
Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
2106 2nd St
26 locals recommend
Small County museum with a whole lot of history surrounding Tillamook County.
Textile and quilting museum. Antique fabrics are stored in the climate protected facility. Ask about the Tillamook County Pioneer Quilt Trail.
14 locals recommend
Latimer Quilt & Textile Center
2105 Wilson River Loop
14 locals recommend
Textile and quilting museum. Antique fabrics are stored in the climate protected facility. Ask about the Tillamook County Pioneer Quilt Trail.
Be prepared to be transported back to the 18th century and the story of the sea captains and ships that sailed the area.
Garibaldi Museum
112 Garibaldi Ave
Be prepared to be transported back to the 18th century and the story of the sea captains and ships that sailed the area.

Shopping

Locally made organic health and beauty products.
Lucky Bear Soap Co.
1907 2nd St
Locally made organic health and beauty products.
If you can't find something at The Phoenix you probably weren't really looking. Beautiful clothing exchange store.
The Phoenix Exchange
2015 2nd St
If you can't find something at The Phoenix you probably weren't really looking. Beautiful clothing exchange store.
Anything that you might need for getting out and exploring Tillamook Bay or the Tillamook Coast.
Tillamook Sporting Goods station
Anything that you might need for getting out and exploring Tillamook Bay or the Tillamook Coast.
Flowers and Gifts
Sunflower Flats
217 Main Ave
Flowers and Gifts
Jewelry and formalwear rental
Diamond Art Jewelers Inc
307 Main Ave
Jewelry and formalwear rental
Florist and gifts
Anderson Florist
202 Main Ave
Florist and gifts
Medical and recreational marijuana dispensary
Sweet Relief Tillamook
1906 1st St
Medical and recreational marijuana dispensary
Bead work and gifts
Bonnie's Bead Creations
403 Main Ave
Bead work and gifts
Antiques and collectables
Madeline's
2016 3rd St
Antiques and collectables
Mexican market and gifts
La Veracruzana
2006 3rd St
Mexican market and gifts
Local made jerky and sausage.
Debbie D's Sausage
2210 N Main Ave
Local made jerky and sausage.
Locally Made jerky, sausage and snacks. This is the outlet store. Well worth the stop if you are in to jerky.
9 locals recommend
Tillamook Country Smoker
8335 N Hwy 101
9 locals recommend
Locally Made jerky, sausage and snacks. This is the outlet store. Well worth the stop if you are in to jerky.