Brett And Paul On the Road: November 2012

Pacific Shores RV Resort - Newport, Oregon

The Oregon coast is an RV'ers dream and the Pacific Shores RV Resort is no exception. The Resort was a part of Outdoor Resorts until a recent bankruptcy that returned ownership to the homeowner's association. Although the property suffered during the bankruptcy proceedings, the homeowner's association is clearly reinvesting to bring the property back to it's glory days. Nightly rentals are reasonable at $30-40 during the non-peak season. The resort still does not have an operational website, so you need to call the main office for reservations (541) 265-3750.

SETTING: 3-5 Located a couple miles North of the city of Newport on Highway 101, Pacific Shores restricts access to Class A and C RVs. Lots are individually owned, although a few unsold lots remain under the control of the homeowner's association. There is a lower section and upper section that make up the 252 sites. The lot views vary dramatically as do the ocean views hence the rating variation from 3 to 5. It it the coast, so depending on the wind some of the sites can get hit pretty hard and require slide-ins on the windier days. Our favorite sites are in the 118-140 range and also the 26-34 range. If visiting in Winter, I would recommend the sites nearest the clubhouse on the upper level as the lower level can be quite windy.

AMENITIES: 5 50 AMP hookups, cable TV, good WIFI, strong Verizon signal, good water pressure, pool, workout room, tremendous laundry room, clubhouse with games and great views. Amenities vary slightly depending on your site, so bring seating/table with you. Workout room has usual outdated and crappy equipment, but free weights are available. Sauna and hot tub as well. 62 channels on cable. Bathrooms are spotless. 24 hour security as well. You must have an access pass to enter the property.

ACCESSIBILITY: 5 Roads are wide and able to handle any size RV. Sites vary in size but will all accommodate 40-45 feet. Sites are all either pull in (oceanfront) or back-in with space for your toad (varies by site).

FRIENDLINESS: 5 We have stayed at several RV "ownership" resorts, and this is BY FAR the friendliest we have ever experienced. The front security personnel are amazing and the owners are friendly and approachable. There are several weekly events at the clubhouse and everyone is welcome. An amazing and diverse group of people here so is always fun to talk with new folks.

FOOD: Of course we LOVE food...so here are our favorites in the area. Nanna's Irish Pub (Nye Beach), Stephanie's Cafe (Nye Beach - Breakast/Lunch only), Saffron Salmon (Waterfront), Local Oceans Seafood (Waterfront), ARR House (Nye Beach). If you are a regular at Applebees or TGI Fridays, please ignore our food recommendations (always) as you will not be happy with our recommendations.