The Bandon South Jetty is located in Southern Oregon. This was one of the last places we stopped on our way to the Redwood National Forrest in California. Heceta Head Lighthouse and Beach On … [Read more...] about Bandon South Jetty and the Coquille River Lighthouse
Hikes
Hobbit Trail Hike in Oregon
The Hobbit Trail Hike was like my unicorn on this trip. I had read some incredible things about this trail and was really excited to go on the hike. It did NOT disappoint! Parking can be tricky. … [Read more...] about Hobbit Trail Hike in Oregon
Cape Perpetua (Thor’s Well and Spouting Horn)
We got to Cape Perpetua later in the day, and this was one of the few places we stopped where the tide didn't cooperate with us! We were there at low tide so we weren't able to see Spouting Horn … [Read more...] about Cape Perpetua (Thor’s Well and Spouting Horn)
Yaquina Head Oregon (Lighthouse and Cobble Beach)
Yaquina Head is a fantastic stop, especially to explore the tide pools at low tide. We didn't walk over to the lighthouse, but we got pretty close. We wanted to spend most of our time down on Cobble … [Read more...] about Yaquina Head Oregon (Lighthouse and Cobble Beach)
ORPD Whale Watching Center in Oregon
We left Cape Lookout State Park and stopped at the Devil's Lake Recreation Area to kayak and swim and then we headed down to the ORPD Whale Watching Center. Located right on the coast, the center is … [Read more...] about ORPD Whale Watching Center in Oregon
Hug Point State Recreation Site Oregon
One of the best beaches we stopped at in Oregon was Hug Point State Recreation Area. We spent at least two hours here, maybe more. After we left Seaside, OR, we stopped at Cannon Beach for a … [Read more...] about Hug Point State Recreation Site Oregon
Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area
After leaking Cape Lookout State Park, we headed down to the Devil's Lake State Recreation Area. We wanted to stop at Cape Kiwanda but woke up too late. We spent some time exploring the Cape Lookout … [Read more...] about Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area
Netarts Bay in Oregon
Netarts Bay is gorgeous, especially at sunset like when we went. Perfect for kayaking and seeing the Three Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge. These can also be seen from Cape Meares. Seaside, … [Read more...] about Netarts Bay in Oregon
Cape Meares (Octopus Tree) Oregon
Cape Meares was a fantastic place to visit with a Lighthouse, a beautiful ocean view, and the Octopus Tree!! You won't need long at this stop (plan on an hour or less) to take everything in. But the … [Read more...] about Cape Meares (Octopus Tree) Oregon
Snoqualmie Falls Washington
I just finished sharing a good part of our adventures in Washington and the beginning of Oregon and I realized that I had forgotten to share our stop at Snoqualmie Falls. This is a beautiful 268-foot … [Read more...] about Snoqualmie Falls Washington
Port of Garibaldi in Oregon
The Port of Garibaldi in Oregon was so much fun to visit. We spent quite about an hour there. We walked around the pier and took pictures (which is beautiful). Then we walked over to the Seafood … [Read more...] about Port of Garibaldi in Oregon
Lewis and Clark National Historic Park
As part of our road trip down the 101 we stopped in Astoria and on our way back to Seaside, we decided to stop in at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Park and check it out. I am so glad we did. … [Read more...] about Lewis and Clark National Historic Park