Hello. My wife and I are planning on taking a nice road trip to Oregon and Washington next month. In Washington, we plan on staying a couple of days in Seattle. However, I am not sure what to do while in Oregon. I know there is Portland but I am not really familiar with the other cities nor what activites we should do. Any recommendations appreciated. Thank you.
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Help me plan my road trip (Oregon, Washington)
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flxnimprtmscl
Diamond Member
My recommendation: Stay out of oregon. Pay tribute to the musical gods in Seattle. Go visit the grave of Jimi Hendrix in. Make a quick trip by Lane Staley's old condo. Then go home. Move along folks. Nothing to see here.
If you insist on seeing Oregon you could swing by the coast. That's my best idea 😛
If you insist on seeing Oregon you could swing by the coast. That's my best idea 😛
Coos Bay is the home of Steve Prefontaine, only the greatest American distance runner of all time. He died tragically in a car accident well before his time. My girlfriend is from Coos Bay and apparently his parents are quite friendly! 🙂
HappyPuppy
Lifer
Why would you want to waster your and your family's time going to Oregon and Washington? The only thing you will find there are a bunch of bitter California transplants who hate everybody. The motto of both of those states is, "Bring money, now leave!" 😛
NikPreviousAcct
No Lifer
Come visit a respectably sized list of AT personalities 🙂 I'm sure eberybody but the reclusive RossMAN would be happy to atleast try getting together to a PDX meet. 🙂
Get a copy of "Lonely Planet Pacific Northwest: Oregon & Washington" or check the Oregon & Washington Coast Guide for info.
BigSmooth
Lifer
Depends on what you want do to. 😉
You could take a trip out towards Bend in central Oregon and cruise the gorgeous Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, then grab a beer at the Deschutes Brewery.
Or drive down the Columbia Gorge, take a hike to the top of Multnomah Falls, and have an ice cream cone when you're done.
Or check out Mt. Hood and historic Timberline Lodge.
Low tide at Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach is always fun, where you can see tons of starfish, sea anemones, and the like up close. There are many beautiful beaches and quaint towns on Oregon's coast and some interesting sights like the Oregon Coast Aquarium and the Sea Lion Caves.
Crater Lake is a truly spectacular sight although it's far to the south.
Then there's Silver Falls, Smith Rock, the John Day Fossil Beds, etc...
Basically, Oregon is laden with natural beauty of all types, especially if you're willing to drive a little ways.
Portland is very clean, easy to get around in, and fun to explore, although it does not have many "tourist attractions". There are some great restaurants and decent nightlife in Portland, and a lot of natural beauty even within the city.
Best bet is to stop by a bookstore or library and check out some Oregon or Portland travel guides, and prioritize the things you want do to or see. I think this is a great place to visit. 🙂
You could take a trip out towards Bend in central Oregon and cruise the gorgeous Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, then grab a beer at the Deschutes Brewery.
Or drive down the Columbia Gorge, take a hike to the top of Multnomah Falls, and have an ice cream cone when you're done.
Or check out Mt. Hood and historic Timberline Lodge.
Low tide at Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach is always fun, where you can see tons of starfish, sea anemones, and the like up close. There are many beautiful beaches and quaint towns on Oregon's coast and some interesting sights like the Oregon Coast Aquarium and the Sea Lion Caves.
Crater Lake is a truly spectacular sight although it's far to the south.
Then there's Silver Falls, Smith Rock, the John Day Fossil Beds, etc...
Basically, Oregon is laden with natural beauty of all types, especially if you're willing to drive a little ways.
Portland is very clean, easy to get around in, and fun to explore, although it does not have many "tourist attractions". There are some great restaurants and decent nightlife in Portland, and a lot of natural beauty even within the city.
Best bet is to stop by a bookstore or library and check out some Oregon or Portland travel guides, and prioritize the things you want do to or see. I think this is a great place to visit. 🙂
DT4K
Diamond Member
If you are in Southern Oregon, spend the night in Ashland and see a play at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Crater Lake National Park is worth a trip as well.
Crater Lake National Park is worth a trip as well.
The Stigenator
Lifer
remember in Oregon you cant pump your own gas... its illegal... the station attendent will fill you up.
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