The Central Coast Food Trail is open to visitors throughout the year and is designed to be explored at your own pace – you are welcome to start and finish wherever you like.
Before setting out, map your route to make it easy to navigate remote areas without cell service and consider calling ahead to inquire at individual businesses about seasonality and hours of operation.
The working farms and fishing charters along this trail provide some of the most unique and engaging experiences. When on a farm, we ask that you respect the invitation to enter each property and be cautious around farm animals and equipment. Children must be supervised at all times and you should be prepared to follow all site-specific rules.
For your safety and comfort, be prepared with appropriate footwear, sun protection and water.
High season varies per business but is typically April-October. If you are out to harvest some ingredients from the wild, please refer to ODFW & the U.S. Forest Service for regulations, permits and tips. Seasonality of key products is listed below:
Farmers Markets: Mid-May to October
U-Pick Blueberries: July to August
Pink Shrimp: April to October
Dungeness Crab: December to August
Salmon: May to August
Halibut: Summer
Wild Mushrooms: Fall
Your experience along the Central Coast Food Trail should not end when you leave the area. We encourage you to bring a taste of your journey back home to share with friends and family as a reminder of the bounty available on the Central Oregon Coast.