Lets Surf Safari in the Pacific North West

Oregon is not the first place that comes to mind when beginning to plan a surf trip, and for good reason. The water temperatures along the Oregon coast range from forty to fifty degrees. During the heart of winter months, chances are conditions will be dark, stormy, and the air temps will be hovering above freezing. Instead of sporting your favorite bikini, you’ll be squeezed into a 5mm wetsuit. For many, this is a turnoff, but for those that seek the road less traveled, it is an unrivaled chance to gain solitude and perspective in the water

Oregon lies in the heart of the Pacific Northwest and it’s a state more well known for its quirky cities, than for its surfing. Oregon’s most famous city, Portland, boasts a pluthera of hip coffee shops, micro breweries and its newest eco-friendly trend, “tiny houses”. Not far from Portland, lies the coastal town of Manzita Manzita is slightly more upscale than your typical beach town and offers travelers luxury amenities like modern cabins, yoga, natural food stores, and the casual wine bar. After arriving in Manzita, you will quickly pick up on its unique and understated surf vibe.

The town itself is breathtaking. Surrounded by thick spruce forests, winding rivers, pristine rocky coves, and white sandy beaches, this is the Pacific Northwest at its finest. Pair Manzita’s rugged environment with a decent break and you have a surf trip worth planning for.

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