Fall means the return of the Trail Blazers and the ever-wacky West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Portland, but just under 100 miles west, Rockaway Beach’s version of the season points towards rockhounding, view-studded beach cookouts, and clamming in misty bays. The quaint seaside getaway, best known for its seven miles of uninterrupted beach access, offers countless ways to capitalize on outdoor fall fun. Here, we’ve rounded up our seven favorites:

Hiking

Fall brings spots of color along the renowned Old Growth Cedar Trail, but ferns, moss, and an impressive forest of Sitka spruce and western red cedar trees populate the old-growth coastal bog with lush greenery year-round. With fewer crowds after summer’s rush, the 1.1-mile hike winds peacefully along a wooden boardwalk accessible to strollers and wheelchairs.

Rockhounding

Like a treasure hunt for agates, jasper, volcanic rocks, and even fossils, eagle-eyed visitors should head down to the beach after fall storms uncover sought-after finds. Plan to search during an outgoing tide; if you come up empty-handed, the pay-what-you-choose bin at Troxel’s Rock Garden is the next best thing.

Biking

Seven miles of shoreline is a lot of ground to cover. Rent beachgoing bikes with specialized tires to explore the extent of Rockaway Beach’s prized gem the speedy way, taking in views of the iconic arch-shaped twin rocks way out—about half a mile—into the Pacific Ocean.

Campfires

As sunsets creep earlier, cozy up on the beach with a campfire. If you’re lucky, fall clouds will streak the sky with color. Vendors along the shore sell firewood, and don’t forget the hot dogs and s’mores supplies. But if the campfire dogs aren’t up to par, visit the pros at famous Pronto Pup in town for a do-over.

Crabbing

Just north of Rockaway Beach’s shoreline, the Nehalem River dumps into the ocean at Nehalem Bay. If you’re looking to catch your own dinner, this is the spot. Kelly’s Brighton Marina and Jetty Fishery both rent baited crab rings and all the first-timer essentials. Looking to get further from the dock? Both outfitters rent—and teach visitors how to operate—simple boats, and they’ll cook up your legal-sized catches for an on site picnic.

Clamming

Nehalem Bay is also home to a handful of clam beds. A short ferry ride brings visitors to the spot, and instruction from the knowledgeable folks at Jetty Fishery means it just takes a few minutes to start digging. Softshell and purple varnish varieties are common, but don’t get too focused on the water; birding opportunities abound with shorebirds sharing the marshy habitat.

Train riding

To experience the outdoors in a less active fashion, step aboard the historic locomotives of the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad. A scenic two-hour Fall Splendor ride carts visitors from Rockaway Beach’s downtown depot to Wheeler for a layover just long enough to explore quaint shops and take in distant mountain views before riding back among panoramic views of fall colors and the dramatic coastline. Starting Thanksgiving weekend, the Candy Cane Express ride adds holiday cheer to the journey.