Shore Acres State Park

Shore Acres State Park, located 13 miles southwest of Coos Bay along the Cape Arago Highway, dazzles visitors with its unique blend of rugged coastal beauty and immaculately maintained botanical gardens. While the park itself does not have camping facilities, nearby Sunset Bay State Park, just a mile away, offers well-equipped campsites and yurts close to sandy beaches and serene hiking trails, ensuring a comfortable overnight option for travelers seeking to explore this remarkable area.

The park’s highlights include a 7-acre garden teeming with vibrant, globally sourced plants and seasonal blooms, a Japanese-style lily pond, and an enclosed observation building overlooking dramatic ocean vistas and migrating whales (December through June). The annual "Holiday Lights" event transforms the gardens into a winter wonderland with over 300,000 lights and festive decorations from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, making it a favorite seasonal attraction.

Situated at the heart of the Cape Arago coastline, Shore Acres connects to a network of state parks, with Sunset Bay and Cape Arago State Parks providing additional opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and tidepool exploration. Whether you’re visiting on a day trip or during a multi-day coastal retreat, Shore Acres delivers a captivating combination of natural grandeur and horticultural elegance.