10 Favorite Things to Do in Florence

1. Take the Wax Myrtle Trail to walk along the estuary to the beach.

2. Visit the Humane Society Thrift Store (1193 Bay Street - on the west side of the bridge) for a real bargain.

3. Take a coffee break and check your mail at Siuslaw River Roasters (1240 Bay Street on the east side of the bridge).

4. Take an exciting sand dune buggy ride on the famous Oregon Dunes.

5. Play on the sand dunes at Honeyman State Park.

6. Browse antique shops on Hwy 101 - especially "Good Stuff" (498 Hwy. 101).

7. Walk up to Heceta Lighthouse and later have a campfire in the day use area at Devil's Elbow and watch the sun go down- bring dinner, marshmellows and warm clothes.

8. Visit Sweet Creek Falls and take a hike along the lively creek.

9. Get a good night sleep at Christensen Guest Cabins.

10. Rent kayaks the next day and go up the Siltcoos Outlet kayak trail.