There's so much to see around Albany and Corvallis, with even more to discover as you branch out to other communities in the region. That's especially true if you love spending time outdoors, as there are a variety of great day trip destinations that you can plan a visit to from your home in Albany or Corvallis.

August is the perfect month to enjoy a day trip to a variety of Oregon destinations!  Our real estate agents have more details on the day trips that you can take from Albany and Corvallis, including the time that it takes to reach each destination.

• Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center & Waldport Museum – 320 NW Hwy. 101, Waldport, OR 97394
  Located about 75 miles (90 minutes) from Albany and 64 miles (80 minutes) from Corvallis on the Oregon coast, the Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center & Waldport Museum is a must-see for anyone who loves bridges, architecture, history, or learning more about coastal ecosystems. Visit the Interpretive Center to learn more about the historic Alsea Bay Bridge and other historic bridges throughout Oregon, then head to the Waldport Heritage Museum to learn more about the history of this wonderful community from knowledgeable volunteers.

• Oregon Coast Aquarium – 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd., Newport, OR 97365
  Looking for a fun day trip for the whole family? The excellent Oregon Coast Aquarium can be found in Newport, 60 miles (75 minutes) from Albany and 48 miles (58 minutes) from Corvallis. The Oregon Coast Aquarium offers both indoor and outdoor exhibits, including a great Discovery Zone for kids that blends education with entertainment. Outdoors, you'll find cool exhibits like the Seabird Aviary and Octopus Cave. You can add extra experiences as well, including a Behind the Scenes Tour, Sea Jelly Touch Encounter, and Octopus Encounter.

• Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area – 750 NW Lighthouse Dr., Newport, OR 97365
  Love historic lighthouses? The Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area has two lighthouses for you to discover, each with its own unique history and delightful design. The natural beauty around both lighthouses is stunning to see, and there's also a Visitor Center where you can learn all about the area. Both the Yaquina Head and Yaquina Bay lighthouses were built in the 1870s and still operate to this day. You'll find both lighthouses about 60 miles (75 minutes) from Albany and 48 miles (58 minutes) from Corvallis.

• Newport Historic Bayfront – 250-300 SW Bay Blvd., Newport, OR 97365
  Located the same distance from Albany and Corvallis as the other great Newport attractions we've covered so far, the Newport Historic Bayfront is your destination for shopping, dining, sightseeing, and more. Visit the quaint collection of locally owned dockside shops, dine on fresh, local seafood at waterfront restaurants, spend time by the docks watching the commercial fishing fleet in action, or simply find a place to soak in the scenery.

• Cobble Beach – Newport, OR 97365
  Also located in Newport, Cobble Beach is a fantastic place to visit if you love spending time by the water or you (or your kids!) love seeing the eclectic collection of creatures that call Oregon's coast home. The beach is made up of larger rocks rather than sand, and low tides reveal many marine creatures that call the unique ecosystem home. It's also a great place for nature photography, especially around sunrise or sunset.

Searching for a home base where you can plan out all of your exciting day trips? Our local team is here to help with all of your real estate needs. Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout the Albany and Corvallis, OR areas.