Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay is a compact tribal casino on Ocean Boulevard in Coos Bay, Oregon, with slots, video poker, and Café 1297. Its strongest appeal is a straightforward casino stop: some machine play and a meal without making a resort trip out of it. The trade-off is a narrower experience, with no attached hotel or live table games. It best suits local players and Oregon Coast travelers who want a few hours of gambling rather than a full casino vacation.
Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay: quick facts
| Address | 1297 Ocean Boulevard, Coos Bay, OR 97420 |
|---|---|
| Casino type | Tribal casino focused on machine gaming |
| Owner | Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians |
| Hours | Daily, 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following morning |
| Minimum gambling age | 21 |
| Main games | Slots and video poker |
| Live table games | No |
| Poker room | No |
| Retail sportsbook | No |
| Attached hotel | No |
| Dining | Café 1297 |
| Phone | 541-808-9207 |
Coos Bay is not the Florence resort
This is the distinction I would settle before planning the evening. Three Rivers has separate properties in Coos Bay and Florence. Coos Bay is the smaller, machine-focused stop; Florence is the casino-resort option. The operator’s ownership information identifies the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians as the enterprise’s owners.
For someone already staying in Coos Bay, the smaller format may be all that is needed. For someone picturing a hotel room upstairs and several things to do between gambling sessions, it is a different proposition.
Hours and trip-planning comparison
The operator’s location and dining page lists Coos Bay’s hours as 6 a.m. to 2 a.m., while Florence advertises 24-hour operation. Coos Bay therefore has a four-hour overnight closure, from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. A late-night visit here has a firm stopping point, so plan the return ride accordingly.
This comparison separates the destinations and their published offerings. It is a planning aid, not a ranking.
Gamboool original analysis
We assembled the comparison below from published information and our calculations. These are selected examples, rather than measured gambling sessions or a representative survey.
| Detail | Published information |
|---|---|
| Coos Bay: Published casino hours | The operator lists 6 a.m. to 2 a.m., rather than continuous operation. |
| Resort Florence: Published casino hours for comparison | The sister property in Florence advertises 24/7 operation. |
| Coos Bay: Operator-listed destination address | The Coos Bay destination is on Ocean Boulevard; visitors should distinguish it from the Florence property on Highway 126. |
| Resort Florence: Operator-listed comparison address | The Florence casino is a separate destination on Highway 126. |
| Coos Bay dining: Location-specific restaurant link | The operator directs Coos Bay diners to Café 1297 rather than the Florence restaurant listings. |
| Resort hotel: Hotel location | The operator explicitly markets its hotel as a Florence accommodation; this hotel listing should not be presented as a Coos Bay hotel. |
| Resort Florence hotel: Overnight arrival and departure policy | For visitors considering the Florence hotel alternative, check-in begins at 4 p.m., and checkout is at 11 a.m. |
| Resort hotel gift cards: Spending restrictions | The hotel page allows gift-card redemption for listed hospitality purchases but excludes gaming-floor use. These cards should not be treated as gambling funds. |
| Calculation | Result | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Coos Bay overnight closure compared with Florence’s published 24/7 schedule | 4 hours closed overnight | Coos Bay has an overnight closure, while Florence advertises continuous operation. Late-night players should choose the location accordingly and confirm hours before traveling. |
Research references: threeriverscasino.com 1, threeriverscasino.com 2.
Method: Published inputs collected 2026-10-15. Illustrative assumptions are labeled, and the full calculation inputs remain in the saved research record. These examples support planning; they do not predict a particular session.
Casino games: slots, video poker, and live tables
Slots and video poker are the main reasons to visit. I see the appeal as a manageable setting rather than a sprawling floor with every kind of casino game. The smaller format is a strength if that is what you prefer, but it offers fewer alternatives to machine play.
Slots and video poker
I would choose Coos Bay for machine gaming generally, not make a special trip for one advertised cabinet. Titles, denominations, and progressive offerings change, so call first if a particular game is the whole reason for going.
Check the total wager before pressing the button. A penny denomination does not necessarily mean an inexpensive spin once multiple credits and feature bets enter the picture. With video poker, check the paytable as well as the denomination; machines with the same game name can offer different payouts.
Guest jackpot stories are not evidence of better odds. Keep your gambling budget separate from dinner and transportation money, and decide what you are comfortable losing before starting.
Live table games
Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay does not offer live table games. If dealer-run blackjack, craps, or roulette is essential to your evening, choose another property rather than assume both Three Rivers locations have the same game mix.
Poker room and sportsbook
The Coos Bay casino has no dedicated player-versus-player poker room and no on-property retail sportsbook. Video poker is a machine game, not a cash game or tournament against other players.
Hotel and overnight stays
There is no attached hotel at the Coos Bay location. The operator’s hotel page describes accommodation in Florence, not rooms at this casino.
Staying overnight in Coos Bay means booking separate accommodation and arranging the trip back after gambling or dinner. I would compare the combined lodging and transportation cost, rather than just the room rate, when weighing a local hotel against a casino-resort stay elsewhere.
For travelers already based nearby, that is a minor planning detail. For a group wanting a room, restaurants, and non-gambling activities under one roof, it is a substantial limitation.
Café 1297: dining and temporary hours
Café 1297 is the principal on-site dining option, with an American-style menu. It provides a meal before playing or a break from the machines without leaving the property.
The Oregon Coast Visitors Association lists slow-roasted prime rib on Friday nights. Treat that as a special to ask about, not a guaranteed offering, particularly while the restaurant is using a temporary menu.
The operator’s Café 1297 page lists temporary hours of 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, with breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. and lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. onward. Confirm that schedule before planning an early breakfast or late dinner. The casino’s 2 a.m. closing time does not mean the kitchen serves until then.
Food receives encouraging mentions in guest reports, including praise for burgers and taco salad. Those are suggestions to examine the menu, not guarantees about a particular meal. Groups with dietary needs or different dining preferences should check the menu before committing to an evening here.
Guest praise, service complaints, and smoke concerns
Positive guest reports describe a clean, small-but-enjoyable casino, friendly staff, and satisfying casual food. Those impressions fit its appeal as a shorter outing rather than an all-day resort destination.
Service reports differ. Some guests describe customer-service and security frustrations, so I would not promise a consistently warm reception based on favorable accounts alone. These experiences are subjective, not a representative survey of visitors.
Cigarette smoke is an important caution for sensitive visitors. Some reports describe smoke reaching the restaurant. Ask about current indoor smoking arrangements before traveling if smoke would spoil the gambling or the meal; do not assume the dining area will provide a smoke-free escape.
Directions, parking, and practical visit tips
Use 1297 Ocean Boulevard, Coos Bay, OR 97420 for directions. Navigation listings may display the street as Ocean Blvd NW. Check the city before starting the drive, since searching only for “Three Rivers Casino” risks selecting Florence instead.
- Hours: Allow for the 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. closure, and confirm the schedule before a special trip.
- Age and ID: The minimum gambling age is 21. Bring valid government-issued photo identification.
- Parking: Call about RVs, oversized vehicles, accessible parking, or overnight parking rather than assuming the same rules apply to every vehicle.
- Transportation: Arrange a return ride before drinking, particularly if you are staying elsewhere.
- Entertainment: Check date-specific listings if a show or event matters. I would not assume non-gamblers will have a full afternoon of on-site activities.
Rewards and promotions
Before playing, ask about current players-club benefits and whether an offer applies specifically to Coos Bay. Read the conditions on free play, dining offers, and drawings rather than relying on the headline.
My rule is simple: a reward should improve the visit you already planned, not persuade you to gamble longer. Extra play can cost more than the benefit you are chasing.
Our recommendation
Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay makes the most sense for local machine players and coastal travelers who want a compact casino stop with a meal at Café 1297. Guest reports praise the food, cleanliness, and friendly staff, although service experiences differ and cigarette smoke is a concern. I would choose it for a few hours rather than a resort getaway; visitors wanting an attached hotel, broader dining choices, and substantial non-gambling amenities should look elsewhere.
For a wider comparison, see our guide to Oregon casinos.
Frequently asked questions
Is Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay open 24 hours?
No. Its published hours are 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. The Florence property advertises 24-hour operation.
How old do you have to be to gamble?
You must be at least 21 to gamble at Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay.
Does Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay have a hotel?
No. Book separate accommodation for an overnight stay. The Three Rivers hotel is in Florence.
Does it have live poker or a sportsbook?
No. The Coos Bay casino has neither a dedicated poker room nor an on-property retail sportsbook.
Is Three Rivers Casino Coos Bay worth a special trip?
It is a better fit for machine gaming in Coos Bay than a destination-resort trip. If you are already nearby and want slots and a meal, the format makes sense. For a multiday casino vacation, compare properties with lodging and more varied amenities.
Poker room and sportsbook
There is no dedicated poker room or on-site sportsbook.