Everything about this park is absolutely breathtaking. The vistas of the ocean are stunning, the gardens fragrant and gorgeous, the wooded trails are dappled in sunlight and greenery, the jagged rocky coast and deep dark blue ocean with those beautiful white wave crests. The smell of salt in the air. I simply cant even put into words how beautiful and peaceful it is here, its my absolute favorite and truly a gem of the Oregon coast.

Shores Acres is the former estate of a lumberman and features a large botanical garden.You will find trees, scrubs, different kinds of blooming flowers for each season and a lily pond.A large selection of prize winning roses, dahlias, rhododendrons, and azaleas are found in bloom at different times of the year.A number of hiking trails including one down to Harris Beach, which is a secluded cove.It was foggy at the time of my visit and hard to see the offshore islands.The information center and gift shop are currently closed.A five dollar fee is charged and payable in cash at the entrance booth.A nice stop on the Cape Argo highway with great botanical gardens, hiking trails and a secluded beach.

Shore acres is just a really nice botanical garden. And there is a great view of the ocean with a storm watching room. Also the history of how the land was donated is interesting.

This is truly a stunning park, one of the crown jewels in any state park. This is on Cape Arago just south of Charleston, and the views of the Pacific are just amazing. Add in the botanical gardens and you have a complete experience.

Awesome State Park with great ocean views, beautiful gardens, and hiking trails through the woods and along the coast. Amazing place to watch large waves.

I was on an afternoon walk through the trails along the bluffs over looking the beautiful ocean and waves. The seals were napping on the rock banks at the water edge. The trees and beaches were beautiful and peaceful. Great exercise on a pleasant day!

Absolutely one of my favorite hidden gems on the Oregon coast. I remember finding this place over 10 years ago and ever since, I’ve come to absorb the beauty every single time I’m in Oregon. The crisp yet humid coastal air along with the smell of American roses rejuvenates your mind and body and the observation and curiosity of a number of plants they have on site with pique anyone’s inner botanist. Thank you for such a great job groundskeepers!

This place is magical. The open air, the people, hot cider and gingerbread cookies... and the lights!Be prepared for a wait as this place is very popular - for good reason. Static displays reflect in the pools and, the night we were there, a misty rain added halos to the display... it was wholly heartwarming! Children and adults point in happy wonder as they make their way around the vivid displays. Lighted frogs jump in the pond, hummingbirds and butterflies decorate the trees. It is so simple and yet so spectacular.Its a 4 1/2 hour drive our house - just south of Coos Bay, Oregon, so we wont go every year, but we will go again. Hope to see you there!

This place had been on my list for so long, and it completely exceeded my expectations! Theres a lot to see and do here, theres a beautiful botanical garden, theres trails, depending on the time of year and day theres beaches, and theres also endless wave watching. Theres nowhere else quite like this place.I was really impressed with the garden. They had umbrellas and wheelchairs that could be used free of charge. We were there during the holidays and the light display was incredible! They had complementary cookies and hot drinks to enjoy while you walked around. The best part is its a state park so if youre camping in one of the parks or have a state parks pass it doesnt cost extra!Since we were here over New Years we werent able to go down to the beach due to the tides not being in our favor. The wave watching was incredible. The rock formations are so unique and they really put on a show. Definitely one of my all time favorite places on the coast.

Amazing place. Closes a little early though

My partner (who is in a wheelchair) really liked this state park. Most of the paths are well maintained and the views are amazing! Sucks in 2020 light show has been cancelled though.

This place is beautiful and very well-maintained. It has a lot going for it: fascinating history, a beautiful garden, a great little beach, incredible geology... It makes for a wonderful stop to stroll and take pictures, and it would honestly make a great wedding destination. I cant wait to see the holiday lights they put up each year! Its definitely worth the parking admission. But, pro tip: if you dont want to pay for parking, just park at the viewpoint just down the road and walk the VERY easy trail the rest of the way. While I was there, the bathrooms were unavailable, but I dont know why. Just keep that in mind.

Love this park. Have been going here for 30+ years whenever I am in the area. I cant wait to come down in the spring.

This is a beautiful Park that I would highly recommend you visit. While my visit was during summer oh, I would love to come back here in the winter during the stormy season.

Whats not to love about the wonderful gardens and amazing cliffs, waves and trees!??

Beautiful gardens, great access to a quaint little cove, friendly park workers. Spent a couple lovely hours here. Well worth the small entrance fee

Great place nice trails to get close to the coast without walking too far.

Pristine, gorgeous, coastal wildness also home to the beautifully exquisite Simpson estate gardens. Lovely walking/hiking paths along the continuous bluffs above the Pacific ocean, offering breath-taking views and sneak peaks into the life of many marine mammals and water fowl, who live along the shoreline.

I love this little piece of paradise. Its beautiful. The Christmas lights are truly something to see.

Such an amazing garden! Absolutely worth visiting!!

Great place to check out hiking trails and great view of the ocean. There are trails that go to the beach. I loved it.

Wonderful park, there are different gardens, greenhouse and ocean view.

This Holiday light show is amazing! This year with 375,000 lights, the botanic garden was changed to Wonderland!And even without this show, the view on the coast, made of big waves crashing on high cliffs makes a trip to this Park a must when visiting Coos Bay area!

This park is great, many things to do and see! We specifically went to see the Christmas lights and it will not disappoint!

Beautiful park, lots to see here! Pretty fabulous botanical gardens, complete with a pond and a fountain! Hiking trails, beach access, scenic overlooks, and a gift shop. A beautiful venue for a wedding, or similar event. Day use/ parking fee is $5 - cash only.

Great stop along the coast. About a 25 minute drive off Hwy 101. Beautiful ocean views. Short hike if you want. Beautiful gardens to stroll through. King waves occasionally when high tide and conditions align. Light house in the distance.

Oh my goodness. This place is absolutely stunning. So fragrant. Damp. Mystical. Beautiful flowers and trees from all over the world. I felt like a princess in a royal garden. I adore this place. The gift shop was full of geodes and rocks, crystals, local jewelry. Lots of treasures.

What a lovely experience, the low fall sun and morning mist cast magical sun rays throughout the forest. There is plenty of places to sit and take in the surf. There is an enclosed viewing area for when storms are raging or to just hang out in to stay out of the wind. The botanical garden is stunning. Be sure to either have an Oregon State Parks pass or the exact $5.00 for the day use ticket as the machine did not give change. You can purchase the Oregon State Parks Pass at the gift shop at Shore Acres, the 2 year pass is cheaper than the 1 year.

I have only been here for the Christmas lights. Its super cool. The lights are amazing. There is plenty of parking if you drive past the gift shop. It can get pretty crowded.

Very nice gardens and trails. The beach you can hike down too is very secluded and private had it to myself even when all the other beaches are over crowed.

We came here to enjoy the holiday lights. There were spectacular displays and a wonderful cheerful environment. We arrived before sunset and watched the sun go down over the southwest side. Beautiful area of pines, dramatic rocks, and huge surf! The facilities were clean and the staff was very friendly. If you can- go.

The park sells a 1 or 2 year state park pass for OR state parks. The pass hangs onto your rear view mirror or can be placed on front dash. One can also offer it to guests so they can explore Oregons state parks for no fee. Shore acres is one of the finest state parks weve viewed. One never tires of the changing foliage throughout the seasons. I recommend this park highly, place it at the top of your list. A nice perk for your out of town visitors or renters. No cell service out there.

What a fantastic stretch of road and natural area. Those famous crashing waves photos that you see are taken here. Its nice to know that in a cruel world, this place still exists. Gods wonder is still here amid the chaos of today. ️

Fantastic views. Worth the trip.

Pretty cool. Spring would probably be better to see the Rose garden.

Beautiful park. Go during Christmas, fantastic ,lights shows.

Amazing place to visit any time of year. Especially magical at Christmas

Amazing! That is all..

Roses will be coming out soon. Great place to go this Summertime. Also when the weather is warmer around 60 degrees with hardly no wind be by the fountain and watch for Hummingbirds photos

Love this little park! Great little walk down to the beach. Captivating tide pools. Could have watched all those busy little crabs for hours. Do not pass over the gardens! They are lush, fragrant, and have a wide variety of roses. Saw a salamander too, swimming around in the lily pad pond. Lots of photo opportunities here!

Beautiful gardens all abloom. Interesting history and a nice little hike along the bluffs overlooking the seashore.There are some pretty interesting rock formations to be seen along the shore. Seals and sea lions were seen as well.

This place is beautiful and mind blowing. It doesnt even look like its in earth. Almost like an alien planet. Place has a clean bathroom and everything looks beautiful

We always enjoy Shorw acres anytime of the year but the lights at Christmas make it that much more of a treat. Always worth going out for a visit

Great experience. Awesome views

So beautiful and peaceful there. My children even love going and the flowers, roses, trees, bushes, water, and playing in the gardens.

Amazing light show for the holidays. In the dark this park is beautiful! After a $5 parking pass you can walk over 350,000 lights. The park has been doing this for us since 1987. During the evening there are cookies and coffee in the 2 story house. Make sure to please make a donation. Enjoy your time and have a merry Christmas.

Fantastic place relaxing while taking in some beautiful sights. The botanical gardens are well maintained with a wide variety of flowers (especially roses). There is also a seaside cliff that has a great view of the ocean, and there is a secluded cove that is well worth the short hike.

Very beautiful and easy access beach is at edge of parking lot

Very scenic and beautiful coastline with pristine walking trails.

There is so much to see here. Its very scenic. There is the Botanical Garden and during the Christmas season the garden is decorated with many lights, makes it so festive and very pretty.

Was such a beautiful day always love visiting this place great beach access and such a beautiful garden area we love coming in winter for the shore acre festival of lights

This is great park with lots of different things. There is amazing garden with different paths to walk around and enjoy all the beautiful plants.There is a path that leads to a beach with cliffs that shelters visitors from strong winds.The park also provides picnic tables and great view of the ocean and cliffs.

Went to the botanical gardens just up the road. Was a lovely walk/hike. A little up hill and you do have to watch your footing. We really enjoyed our mini (work) vacation in Coos Bay.

One of our favorite places on the coast! Gorgeous gardens any time of year, but the holiday lights display is stunning between Thanksgiving and new years. Worth buying a state park annual pass just to visit there a few times a year. Views of crashing waves and whale watching, botanical gardens and walking paths are all great things about this park. Love it here.

Wowza! The beauty of nature that is irreplaceable is right here outside of Coos Bay, Oregon . On a stormy day you will see the swells from the ocean for miles. You might have the opportunity to see a pod of whales swimming by. More than likely if you hike down to the beach area that is very secluded you will run into incredible wildlife and sea creatures. The stones and shells of years past will delight you. A must see to anyone traveling through the area… Don’t miss it. It’s absolutely beautiful.

I love this place, 1st date with the love of my life here. Ill never forget it

Beautiful views over the ocean and rock formations and sand dunes. Small tide pools. It was a really lovely, easy walk.

Oceans a little rough today, sunny but cold

This is a large day use park with plenty of parking. There is a fee to visit this park. It has great views of the ocean and coastal erosion. A closed in viewing area is available for windy/stormy days. There is a beautiful botanical garden (no additional charge) with gift store in this park that is worth taking some time to stroll through. Look for the rose garden in the back behind the pond. Dozens of varieties of roses all labeled. We saw them in full bloom. My husband thought I would never leave.

Beautiful gardens nice place to walk around and see the flowers and plants

My favorite state park on the Oregon coast! Make sure you have 5 dollars in cash as often there is no one tending the pay station booth. The park also has a botanical garden which is very well maintained. We got to witness a gray whale on our last visit to the park.

Beautiful View!! It gets very windy and cold there, so go prepared! Waves crash on the rocks off shore and seals congregate on that outcrop.

Amazing place to visit. The view point is fantastic. The rocks seen from above were impressive to see after years of erosion. The dips and holes that have formed are just crazy. In some areas you see indents and in others there are perfectly rounded mounds of the sand stone that look like they have grown up and out of the earth. Beautiful waves crash over these giant rocks at high tide to provide spectacular photos of the Oregon coasts natural beauty; truly a photographers dream! Dont forget to stop at the gardens while you are there. Spring is the best time of year for this section but the gardens are beautiful year round for the true horticulturist!

Such a beautiful, tranquil area. I wish we could make it down for the Christmas lights.

So beautiful! Fun to take small children. Had never been to see the lights. It was so fun! We used to go camping and go to the beach every summer when I was a kid. Such a fun beach!

Nice place to walk and enjoy the scenery.

I love Shore Acers SP. Lots of people this time around though. Probably due to high surf and the holiday lights. Always a nice time to wander around the trails and enjoy the ocean.

Had a wonderful time at Shore Acres today. Took lots of pictures. One of favorites stops along the Oregon coast so far.

Absolutley wonderful park! Beach, observation point, flower garden, forest hiking, gift shop, and camping all in one! I always love coming here whenever Im near Coos Bay and it only costs $5 per vehicle no matter how large the family. Highly recommended you purchase a 4Ocean braclet at the gift shop because every purchase removes one pound of plastic from various oceans, seas, and shorelines

Most beautiful place Northern coast love!

This park is a must-see for tourists as well as locals. I am always impressed with how clean and upkept the park is. In addition, the beach access is beautiful.

One of the most beautiful places to visit on the Oregon Coast year round, but it’s really special during the Christmas holiday season. Amazing colors, flowers and plant life in the spring and summer months, followed by an amazing Christmas light display during the holidays. Always something cool to see here. Plenty of walking trails down to the beach below and awesome scenery from the cliffs above the ocean. Enjoy!

This place has it all. Stunning views, beautiful/accessible beach, thrilling history and a botanical garden with no known equal. So grateful to find this experience. Even the gift shop was amazing with unique gifts and wonderful knowledgeable staff. It was a great time for my wife and young children along with my mother-in-law. Find a way to get here!!!

Fascinating story of how this park came to be. Well-tended still. Costs money to enter (but Ive seen people park on the road and walk through the woods). Another worthy stop among the Oregon coast

I grew up on the cost and it wasnt until moving away did I truly appreciate Shore Acres State Park holiday lights! To say they do it right is a complete understatement! The volunteer man good put into is nothing short of amazing and Im extremely grateful to be able to take my family there. I 100% recommend everybody sees it, at least once in their lifetime!

Beautiful and unique rock formations. Great views and the botanical garden is magic!

Cool place to check out if in the Charleston area

Awsome park with great views definitely worth stopping to take a look

Beautiful, peaceful garden with history and an amazing setting!

A beautiful spot for a nature walk. The gardens are lovely, the ocean overlooking cliffs are a delight.

Beautifully peaceful park, a must see for the area. The historic gardens are well maintained, with multiple garden styles present. Great place to spend a day. Views from the bluff are breathtaking. Park does have an entrance fee. Running water and bathrooms onsite.

The Christmas lights at Shore Acres. Such a unique and wonderful yearly tradition for such a small community and those around to enjoy. And an extra special often-unexpected treat awaiting for those visiting from far away.

Beautiful area with a beach and miles of trails

Awesome light displays, Christmas carolling, hot cider and cookies. Our first visit here!! Resent relocation to Coos Bay.

Lots of neat history here. Its a fun place to watch the waves crashing on the rocks below. Also seals are awesome

Pretty big, nice State Park along the Cape Arago Hwy. God hikes, great ocean view, very nice coast line. Sunset is fantastic.

Had a wonderful time with the incredible garden and fabulous lights. Kinda magical.

We absolutely love Shore Acres! My wife and I grew up in this area, so we always try to get out there to see it. It is an always changing scene that never fails to amaze you! The pic and videos here are Simpson beach at Shore Acres.

We never get tired of visiting Shore Acres. The ocean views are spectacular, especially when the high seas make for epic wave crashes on the rocks. The beautiful English gardens are also fun to roam, with something new blooming from early spring through fall. Then, theres the fabulous Christmas lights display for the holidays. There is also abundant wildlife to view, and it os an overall grand adventure for anyone who loves nature.

Went to their Holiday Lights, which has been a long time family tradition, and it never fails to disappoint! The creativity used of over 300,000 LED lights is simply amazing! Plus guests are treated to free coffee, hot apple cider, or punch and cookies! Even though we visited during the Holidays, weve also been many times at different times of the year throughout the years as it is a beautiful garden and peaceful place! Plus, it can be a great place to storm watch as the ocean waves crash on the cliffs!

Great history. Beautiful gsrdend@

Beautiful gardens and holiday lights

Beautiful park with interesting history. The Gardens are beautifully lit for the holidays beginning at 4pm daily. Nice gift shop staffed by friendly volunteers. Dogs are not allowed on the grounds but they can wait inside your car. Dont miss this one!

If you like plants you will love this place. I will go back again in the spring! I could spend all day there!

One of the most scenic places on the Oregon Coast.Beautiful!Go in the winter when the tide is high with a big surf swell. Itll put on a show!The gardens are fantastic also.

Such a wonderful display put together each year by volunteers. Only $5 to enter the park with no additional charge. Hot beverages and cookies inside the house with decorated rooms. Nice gift shop with wheelchairs and umbrellas. Light display is wheelchair accessible. Restrooms onsite.

The Coast has a majesty all its own, and the beautiful Christmas lights served to accentuate this.

Beautiful year around. The garden has a variety of plants, trees, flowers and an amazing rose garden. The holiday lights are a must see every year. This year is amazing. The addition of large Christmas trees donated add even more this year. Well worth a visit day and night (during holidays).

Absolutely beautiful!

Love watching and listening to the barking of sea lions. They are such a delight to watch. It was a bit stormy while we were here today, but nonetheless we could still hear the jibber jabber of these fabulous creatures. There’s plenty to see along the Oregon Coastline. We enjoyed walking thru the Simpson Estate garden and taking in the views from the observation deck, as well as a trail that took us to a historic tennis court along the way. Property was formerly owned by a lumbar magnate. Great place for all!