Southern Oregon Coast
Coquille, Oregon
City
Coos County seat on the Coquille River
Coquille is the seat of Coos County, sitting on the Coquille River a few miles inland from Bandon.
History & Local Character
Coquille was founded in the 1850s and named for the Coquille people. It became the county seat and grew around dairy, timber and river shipping.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is mostly single-family homes, with prices among the lower end for the coast.
Restaurants & Shopping
The city has a few cafes and restaurants near downtown, with more options in Coos Bay and Bandon.
Schools & Education
Coquille students attend Coquille School District schools, with a K-12 campus.
Parks & Recreation
The Coquille River and nearby forests offer fishing and hiking, and Bandon's beaches are 20 minutes west.
Transportation & Accessibility
OR 42 and OR 42S connect Coquille to Coos Bay, Bandon and Roseburg, with limited transit.
Local Businesses
CafesFarm and dairy suppliersAuto servicesHardware
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Nearby Attractions
- Coquille River
- Bandon
- Coos Bay
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable housing
- County seat services
- River access
Considerations
- Limited retail and dining
- Inland, so no direct beach access
- Few large employers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coquille on the ocean?
No. Coquille is inland on the Coquille River, about 15 miles from the coast at Bandon.