Yachats, a Coastal Town in Oregon

Yachats, Oregon is a small town located on Highway #101 beckoning a visit, perhaps even keeping you there for days to enjoy all it has to offer.

In 2007, Yachats, was awarded one of the top 10 "coolest towns in the United States" by "Budget Travel Magazine". If you need help pronouncing the name, it can be aided by saying ya hots. The name is a Siletz Indian name meaning "at the foot of the mountain". The motto : Gem of the Oregon Coast" accompanies this Lincoln county town that was incorporated in 1967. The area has been inhabited for at least 1,500 years and radiocarbon dates this town to approximately 570 A. D . Population census in 2000 count was 617 people.

"Virtual Tourist.com" chose Yachats among the top 10 U.S. up and coming vacation spots. As you arrive in Yachats, there is no wonder why this clean town by the Pacific Ocean has such a drawing effect. Between the sight and sound of the sea with the rock formations jetting out sporadically, mountains to the east and temperate climate it exudes peace.

Depending on how much time you have to spend in Yachats, you can fill your senses with numerous sightseeing places and activities that suit all ages. In the summer the festivals are so unusual. The Yachats la de da Parade invites anyone to participate. You might enjoy just watching a Yachats Fire Department truck accompanied by Dalmatian miniature goats. Yes, That was not a misprint, I meant goats. There is an umbrella drill team that will entertain you with belly dancing. Mark your calendars for the 4th of July to enjoy that parade and then an extensive fireworks display which is back dropped by the ocean.

The Yachats Music festival will bring you together with 20 or 30 of the world's major classical musicians for concerts throughout each weekend in July. The Four seasons Art presents annual recitals at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center bringing melodic tones to Yachats since 1981.