Facility Overview
The Tesla Supercharger station in Bandon, Oregon, is conveniently situated within the Bandon Shopping Center at 120 Michigan Ave NE, just a stone's throw east of the iconic Oregon Coast Highway (US-101). Configured as an open-air surface parking lot, this charging hub features eight dedicated Tesla Supercharger stalls capable of delivering charging rates up to 150 kW. The parking spaces are thoughtfully laid out on level asphalt with clearly marked bays, including a designated trailer-friendly layout that permits electric vehicles towing light campers, boats, or cargo trailers to charge without unhitching.
Because the facility is an entirely outdoor surface lot, it offers unobstructed overhead clearance with no low ceiling barriers, making it ideally suited for full-size pickup trucks (such as the Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, or Tesla Cybertruck), lifted overland vehicles, high-roof conversion vans, and crossover SUVs outfitted with rooftop cargo boxes or bike racks. Generous drive aisles permit smooth two-way maneuvering, allowing easy entry, parking, and egress for drivers traveling along the southern Oregon coastline.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Strategically positioned near the intersection of US-101 and Michigan Avenue, this location places travelers within minutes of Bandon's top cultural, coastal, and recreational destinations:
- Bandon Shopping Center Retail & Dining (Immediate on-site): Steps from your vehicle, you can grab groceries at Ray's Food Place, purchase travel essentials at Dollar Tree, or enjoy quick meals and casual dining at Subway and Rancho Viejo Mexican Restaurant.
- Old Town Bandon & Historic Waterfront (Approx. 0.8 miles / 3-minute drive or 15-minute walk): Explore picturesque Old Town along the Coquille River, featuring the Bandon Boardwalk, local art galleries, crab docks, glass studios, and coastal seafood shacks.
- Face Rock Creamery (Approx. 1 mile south / 3-minute drive): A beloved local landmark along US-101 renowned for award-winning specialty cheddars, curds, and handmade ice cream.
- Bullards Beach State Park & Coquille River Lighthouse (Approx. 2.5 miles north / 5-minute drive): Located across the Coquille River Bridge, offering miles of protected shoreline, scenic dunes, and historic maritime sights.
- Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint & Coquille Point (Approx. 2 miles southwest / 6-minute drive): World-renowned ocean vistas, sweeping beach access, and legendary monolithic sea stack rock formations.
- Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Approx. 5.5 miles north / 10-minute drive): One of the world’s premier links golf destinations, making this lot a frequent and convenient charging stop for visiting golfers.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Navigating to the parking and charging stalls is straightforward from either direction on US Highway 101. Motorists turning east onto Michigan Avenue NE will find direct, wide-throat driveway entrances leading straight into the Bandon Shopping Center complex. The supercharging stalls are positioned along the shopping center perimeter, clearly signed to prevent internal congestion.
Egress onto US-101 is simple via controlled turning lanes, allowing vehicles to effortlessly merge north toward Coos Bay / North Bend or south toward Port Orford and Brookings. Regional public transportation is accessible via the Curry Public Transit Coastal Express service and local Dial-A-Ride routes serving highway stops within walking distance, offering broader connectivity along the Pacific coastline.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- High-Speed EV Charging: 8 Tesla Supercharger V2 stalls delivering up to 150 kW direct-current fast charging.
- Trailer-Friendly Configuration: Specific stall design facilitates vehicles towing small recreation or utility trailers.
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Level, well-paved lot with wide drive aisles and zero height clearance restrictions.
- Customer Convenience: Adjacent to indoor supermarkets, restrooms, pharmacies, and casual dining while waiting for vehicles to recharge.
- Illumination & Safety: Commercial parking lot lighting throughout evening and overnight hours.
- ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking bays situated adjacent to building walkways and charging units.
- App-Based Tesla Integration: Plug-and-charge automation for Tesla owners and app-based stall monitoring; no parking fees or ticket validation required.
Ideal For
- Pacific Coast Highway (US-101) Road Trippers: Drivers taking long coastal scenic tours between California and Washington who need a dependable, rapid battery top-up.
- Bandon Dunes Golfers: Visitors heading to or from rounds at the Bandon Dunes golf courses looking for quick replenishment.
- Shoppers & Local Errand Runners: Patrons visiting Ray's Food Place, Dollar Tree, or local community health facilities.
- EV Overlanders & Campers: Travelers hauling teardrop trailers, camper pop-ups, or rooftop gear who require unlimited vertical headroom and pull-in charging options.
Visitor & Driver Tips
- Battery Preconditioning: Set the Bandon Supercharger as your destination in your vehicle's navigation system ahead of time so your battery automatically preconditions for maximum charging speed.
- Monitor the Tesla App: To avoid idle fees, monitor your charging status on your smartphone and move your vehicle promptly once the charge threshold is reached.
- Complimentary Parking: Standard customer parking in the shopping plaza is free; you pay only for the electricity consumed at the charger.
- Late-Night Dining Note: While the chargers operate 24 hours a day, surrounding grocery and dining options generally close by 9:00 PM or 10:00 PM, so plan late-night stops accordingly.
- Coastal Fog & Weather: The Oregon Coast frequently experiences dense morning marine fog and wet conditions; drive cautiously when turning off US-101 into the shopping plaza.