Oregon, United States
Having just returned from a camping trip along the Oregon Coast, it’s the perfect opportunity to write about another one of my favorite places. Again, growing up in Oregon, our visits to the Oregon Coast were frequent. I never appreciated the beauty of the Oregon Coast until I saw other coast lines. Not to say that there aren’t other beautiful coastlines out there, but the coast along Oregon is exceptional. In fact, the book describes it as ‘362 miles of perfection’. In my opinion, what makes it so exceptional is the variety. Beaches go for miles, craggy rocks jut out into the water, dramatic cliffs with picturesque lighthouses dot the coastline, and best of all, the Oregon Coast is still relatively underdeveloped.
Favorite Spots: Brookings along the Southern Oregon Coast for spectacular coastline, Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach for a glimpse of the beach from ‘Goonies’, Honeyman State Park near Florence for the sand dunes, and don’t miss Mo’s Chowder with locations all along the coast.
Side trips: Drive South on 101 from Brookings into the California Redwoods. Take a river trip up the Rogue River in Gold Beach, or drive to Grants Pass in the valley. Stop at the Tillamook Cheese Factory for yummy samples.
Where to stay: I vote for camping in one of the many state parks, but if you’re looking for luxury, Salishan Spa & Golf Resort is the place to go. The book recommends it as well; recently renovated it has a Pacific Northwest feel mixed with unpretentious luxury that doesn’t disappoint.
Date of Completion: Latest visit June, 2009
Favorite Spots: Brookings along the Southern Oregon Coast for spectacular coastline, Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach for a glimpse of the beach from ‘Goonies’, Honeyman State Park near Florence for the sand dunes, and don’t miss Mo’s Chowder with locations all along the coast.
Side trips: Drive South on 101 from Brookings into the California Redwoods. Take a river trip up the Rogue River in Gold Beach, or drive to Grants Pass in the valley. Stop at the Tillamook Cheese Factory for yummy samples.
Where to stay: I vote for camping in one of the many state parks, but if you’re looking for luxury, Salishan Spa & Golf Resort is the place to go. The book recommends it as well; recently renovated it has a Pacific Northwest feel mixed with unpretentious luxury that doesn’t disappoint.
Date of Completion: Latest visit June, 2009
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