Newport appeared just as I was ready for some time out of the car. I pulled off the highway and cruised around the port area. Looked like there’s plenty to do if you wanted to spend a longer time than I had, including the Hatfield Marine Science Center and Oregon Coast Aquarium. And then there was the Rogue Nation.
It was also cool to get a closer up look at one of these photogenic bridges. You go over quite a few of them going along the Coast. So awesome for things to be functional AND beautiful.
And a nice pier for a walk. Lots of people were crabbing, and many looked to be pretty successful.
and someone had a good day fishing!
2m2t 
Wonderful post. I graduated from Newport High. My family is from them there parts. Newport is in the blood.
Thanks! It’s a beautiful place. I quite enjoyed my stop. Have to spend a bit longer next time.
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