Central Oregon Coast
Lincoln City, Oregon
City
Seven miles of beach and a kite-flying capital
Lincoln City stretches along seven miles of central Oregon coastline, formed by the merger of five smaller towns. It is known for beach access, glass floats and kite flying.
History & Local Character
The city was created in 1965 by consolidating Delake, Oceanlake, Taft, Nelscott and Cutler City. Fishing and logging gave way to tourism.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing includes beach homes, condos and apartments, with high prices driven by second-home and vacation-rental demand.
Restaurants & Shopping
US 101 carries most restaurants, from seafood and chowder houses to breweries and cafes, with a growing food scene in the Taft district.
Schools & Education
Lincoln City students attend Lincoln County School District schools, with several campuses in the city.
Parks & Recreation
The D River, Devils Lake, Roads End and the beach offer fishing, kayaking and storm watching, and Cascade Head is a short drive south.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 101 runs the length of the city, with Lincoln County Transit buses connecting to Newport and Depoe Bay.
Local Businesses
Seafood restaurantsKite shopsGlass art studiosHotels and vacation rentals
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Nearby Attractions
- D River
- Devils Lake
- Roads End
- Cascade Head
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Extensive beach access
- More services than most coast towns
- Family-friendly attractions
Considerations
- High housing costs
- Tourism-driven economy
- Tsunami evacuation planning is essential
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Lincoln City known for glass floats?
Volunteers hide handcrafted glass floats on the beaches for visitors to find, a tradition that began in the 1990s and continues with seasonal drops.