#6 Coastal Oregon

  Coastal Oregon

While it may be the last thing your family expects, they may just become speechless when they catch a glimpse of Coastal Oregon. With a string of unique cities following the scenic byway and plenty of wildlife to see, you’ll find the perfect way to have fun and learn something along the way.

The coastal cities range from one to 44 miles apart from one another and offer you and your family some interesting topics to talk about. Take the city of Astoria – the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies and home to several Hollywood movies, like The Goonies and Free Willy I and II. Along the entire coast, you’ll discover numerous state parks and recreation sites, and you can visit the distinct lighthouses dotting the shoreline – some are even said to be haunted!

Newport is home to the Oregon Coast Aquarium and Mariner Square, not to mention all of the prospective shopping. Along the southern Oregon coast, relive a childhood daydream by watching tugboats, yachts and ocean freighters pull in and out of port. From sand dunes to wineries to sea lions, this 350-mile-long expanse of endless activities will leave your family with plenty to talk about!