Intro
Are you planning an Oregon Coast road trip to visit stunning beaches that are surrounded by rugged cliff sides and voluminous Pacific Ocean waves? Then look no further! As a born and raised Oregonian, I have made many beach trips during my childhood and I still do as an adult. There is truly no shortage of camping, hiking, beach going and just overall sightseeing. I wanted to take the very best of my trips over the years and compile them together to make a 2 week itinerary for you to help with your future planning.
What’s great about this itinerary is that the bulk of the driving that you’ll be doing is on Highway 101. Taking 101 is hands down the best way to really experience the Oregon coastline. This allows you to see breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Granted this is still the Pacific Northwest so don’t be surprised if you arrive and it’s chilly and gloomy. Yes, even in the summer! These beaches are not like California or Florida beaches; it can still get cold in the summer.
This itinerary will take you from Astoria to Brookings, which allows you to truly soak up as much of the 363 miles of coastline that Oregon has. If you haven’t visited before, you will surely be taken aback by the small coastal towns interwoven along the forests and sand dunes that overlook the amazing beaches. Alright! Without further ado, here is your Oregon Coast itinerary.
Table of contents
2 Week Oregon Coast Road Trip Itinerary:
Day 1:
- Fly into PDX
- Pick up your rental car. I recommend Enterprise for quick and stress free check-ins
- Drive approximately 1.45-2 hours to Astoria, Oregon.
Day 2:
- Visit Fort Stevens State Park
- You can spend the day here or you can camp or rent a cabin! I have more information on cabin rentals here.
- Explore Astoria!
Day 3:
- Explore Seaside, Oregon (26 minutes away from Astoria) and Cannon Beach, Oregon (40 minutes from Astoria)
- Visit Ecola State Park
Day 4:
- Depart from Astoria via Highway 101 and drive approximately 1.5 hours towards Tillamook, Oregon
- Explore Tillamook!
Day 5:
- Visit Tillamook State Forest
Day 6:
- Depart from Tillamook via Highway 101 and drive approximately 1.5 hours towards Newport
- Explore Newport
Day 7:
- Visit South Beach State Park
- Visit the Oregon Coast Aquarium
Day 8:
- Depart Newport via Highway 101 and drive approximately 1.05 hours towards Florence!
- Explore Florence
- Visit the Sea Lion Caves
Day 9:
- Visit Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park (the tent sites here are magical!)
- Visit Heceta Head Lighthouse
Day 10:
- Depart Florence via Highway 101 and drive approximately 2 hours to Port Orford, Oregon
- Explore Port Orford & Humbug Mountain State Park (A trip to Crazy Norwegian’s Fish N’ Chips is a must)
Day 11:
- Take a day trip to Gold Beach, Oregon (34 minute drive from Port Orford)
- Visit the Prehistoric Gardens
Day 12:
- Take a day trip to Brookings, Oregon (An hour and five minutes away from Port Orford)
Day 13:
- Depart from Port Orford and drive approximately 4.5 hours back towards Portland!
Day 14:
- Rest, relax and get ready for your flight home
- You finished your Oregon Coast road trip!
And there you go! This itinerary is yours to customize to plan your dream trip to the Oregon Coast. There are honestly so many places to visit that you could easily swap out visiting a town or a state park for another one. The possibilities really are endless but don’t overwhelm yourself. Visiting a region like the Oregon Coast is the perfect space to just slow down, take your time and enjoy the ocean. Don’t forget to check out my other articles about the Oregon Coast if you’re looking for more information. And have a great trip!
