Northern Oregon Coast
Tillamook, Oregon
City
Dairy country city behind Tillamook Bay
Tillamook is the seat of Tillamook County, set a few miles inland from Tillamook Bay in the heart of Oregon's dairy country.
History & Local Character
Tillamook grew as a dairy, timber and cheese-producing center in the late 1800s. The Tillamook Creamery and the local farmer cooperative remain its best-known institutions.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing includes older homes near downtown, newer subdivisions and rural properties, with prices moderate for the coast.
Restaurants & Shopping
Downtown Tillamook has cafes, restaurants and a brewery, and the cheese factory visitor center draws travelers from US 101.
Schools & Education
Tillamook School District serves the city, with several schools and Tillamook Bay Community College.
Parks & Recreation
The Tillamook River, Cape Meares, Cape Lookout and the Tillamook Air Museum provide nearby recreation and attractions.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 101 runs through town, and OR 6 connects Tillamook to Portland. Tillamook County Transportation District provides bus service.
Local Businesses
Creamery and cheese shopsCafes and a breweryFarm supplyOutdoor outfitters
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Nearby Attractions
- Tillamook Creamery
- Cape Meares
- Cape Lookout State Park
- Tillamook Air Museum
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- More services than most coast towns
- Dairy and cheese heritage
- Close to Cape Lookout and Cape Meares
Considerations
- Rainy and windy
- Mill and dairy odors in spots
- Limited housing supply
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Tillamook known for cheese?
Dairy farming dominates the surrounding valley, and the farmer-owned Tillamook County Creamery Association has produced cheese here since 1909.