Among the ample stretches of sand, aptly named headlands like the Devils Punchbowl and Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area also beckon for easy day trips. Nye Beach, Newport | Photo Copyright: Brad LaneĮndless ocean enjoyment spans the Newport Coastline. But, the ocean is certainly the main feature, with several of Newport's best beaches posing with postcard appeal. One of the state's top places to visit, it has many attractions, both in the Victorian town itself and in the surrounding areas. Newport is a fishing village turned attractive beach town roughly in the middle of Oregon's Pacific Coast. Author Brad Lane lives in Oregon and has traveled extensively across the state.
