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Coos County, Oregon
Coos county was named after a local Indian tribe, the county is located in the southwestern part of Oregon. The Bay is considered the best natural harbor between San Francisco Bay and the Puget Sound. The port is considered the largest shipper of forest products in the world. Fishing and timber has been the mainstay of the counties economy. The county is bordered by the Pacific ocean on the west, Curry County on the south, and by Douglas County on the north and east.Hiking, Boating, Fishing and other activities abound through the county. There are also several Parks, Beaches, and Recreation areas in the county. The county seat of Coquille was incorporated in 1885. It primarily a farming and lumber community and was voted one of the 10 best small towns in America.
City and Towns in the County
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