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PNW Coast & Cascades Loop

Kick off your epic road trip by heading south to the Oregon Coast. We're hitting the beach early so the dogs can burn off that Seattle energy.

10days
22stops
DAY01

Seattle Departure → Cape Kiwanda

Overnight in Cape Kiwanda
  1. 08:00
    Seattle Departure· start
  3. 12:30
    Cannon Beach
  5. 16:00
    Cape Kiwanda· overnight
Beachside Bites
  • Pelican Brewing · Right on the sand in Pacific City. Great patio for dogs and killer views.
Daily Budget
Gas & Snacks
$80
DAY02

Thor's Well → Face Rock Viewpoint

Overnight in Face Rock Viewpoint
  1. 10:30
    Thor's Well· start
  3. 13:00
    Heceta Head Lighthouse
  5. 17:00
    Face Rock Viewpoint· overnight
Coastal Eats
  • Bandon Fish Market · Classic fish and chips. Grab a picnic table outside with the pups.
DAY03

Meyers Creek Beach → Jedediah Smith Redwoods

Overnight in Jedediah Smith Redwoods
  1. 11:00
    Meyers Creek Beach· start
  3. 14:00
    Samuel H. Boardman
  5. 16:30
    Jedediah Smith Redwoods· overnight
Crescent City Grub
  • SeaQuake Brewing · Very dog-friendly patio and great pizza/beer in Crescent City.
DAY04

Walker Road → Crescent Beach

Overnight in Crescent Beach
  1. 10:00
    Walker Road· start
  3. 14:00
    Crescent Beach· overnight
Local Favorites
  • Chart Room · Seafood with a view of the harbor. Watch the sea lions!
DAY05

Newton B. Drury Parkway → Elk Prairie

Overnight in Elk Prairie
  1. 10:00
    Newton B. Drury Parkway· start
  3. 13:00
    Elk Prairie· overnight
Quick Bites
  • Ecca's Coffee · Great morning stop for caffeine and dog treats.
DAY06

Smith River

Overnight in Smith River
  1. 11:00
    Smith River
Picnic Day
  • Safeway Deli · Grab supplies for a river-side BBQ or picnic.
DAY07

Grants Pass → Bend Arrival

Overnight in Bend Arrival
  1. 11:00
    Grants Pass· start
  3. 14:00
    Route 62 Drive
  5. 18:00
    Bend Arrival· overnight
Bend Brews
  • Crux Fermentation Project · Massive lawn for dogs, food carts, and sunset views.
DAY08

Smith Rock → Deschutes River Trail

Overnight in Deschutes River Trail
  1. 08:00
    Smith Rock· start
  3. 15:00
    Deschutes River Trail· overnight
Dinner in Bend
  • 10-Barrel Brewing · Classic Bend vibe with a great outdoor fire pit area.
DAY09

Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad

Overnight in Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad
  1. 14:00
    Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad
Coastal Comfort
  • Tillamook Creamery · Grab some ice cream. Dogs can't go inside, but there's outdoor seating.
DAY10

Astoria → Seattle Home

  1. 11:00
    Astoria· start
  3. 17:00
    Seattle Home
Last Meal
  • Bowpicker Fish & Chips · Eat out of a boat in Astoria. Super casual and dog-friendly.
Heads Up
  • Day 7: 5h 30m driving — plan rest stops
  • Check leash laws at every stop
  • Book the Garibaldi train ASAP
  • Pack a cooling vest for Bend's heat