Another Side to Coos Bay's Shore Acres: Oregon Coast Waves of Color at a Lavish GardenPublished 08/23/25 at 6:35 a.m.By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff(Coos Bay, Oregon) - While Shore Acres State Park is famed for its towering winter waves crashing against rugged, angled cliffs, late summer offers a quieter spectacle: a garden in full bloom, bursting with color and history. So maybe a tour of Shore Acres Garden should be in store? Originally the private estate of timber baron Louis Simpson, Shore Acres began as a grand coastal retreat in the early 20th century. Lincoln City hotel reviews, specialsDepoe Bay / Lincoln City's Keystone Vacation Rentals - Oregon Coast ReviewsDoes Keystone live up to its reputation? A few typical reviews of the agency and a larger review of the companyMore About Oregon Coast hotels, lodging.....More About Oregon Coast Restaurants, Dining.....Coastal SpotlightWashington Coast / Oregon Coast Articles (stories are random: hit reload to see different articles)Back to Oregon CoastContact Advertise on Oregon Coast Beach ConnectionAll Content, unless otherwise attributed, copyright © Oregon Coast Beach Connection.