ULTIMATE PORTLAND TO SAN FRANCISCO ROAD TRIP ITINERARY

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Planning a Pacific Northwest road trip from Portland Oregon to San Francisco is a memorable adventure. you can go at your own pace, explore new places along the way, and take in a wide variety of natural wonders.

The coastal road trip from San Francisco to Portland is about 850 miles long and takes about 18 hours of driving time. Set aside at least 5 to 7 days for this road trip, whichever route or direction you chose to go.

downtown portland

STARTING POINT

Cannon Beach is a popular beach town on the Oregon coast. It is most famous for the 235 feet tall sea stack known as Haystack Rock.

canon beach

TILLAMOOK CHEESE FACTORY

The  tour takes you through the history of cheese-making, a behind-the-scenes look into the actual process of making cheese, and ends with lots of delicious samples.

CAPE KIWANDA

Located along Three Capes Scenic Route, Cape Kiwanda has beautiful waves, breathtaking views from the cliffs, and hidden sea caves.

BANDON BEACH

Located on US Highway 101 at milepost 27, Bandon Beach offers its guests a great view of the Pacific Ocean as well as restrooms and a picnic area.

crescent city

Located in Del Norte County, California, the city is known for its natural beauty and is home to redwood forests, coastal bluffs, and abundant wildlife.

Redwood National & State Parks

The parks protect several last remaining acres of redwood forests – the most old-growth temperate rainforests in the world and is home to some of the tallest trees on earth, including one that is over 380 ft tall!

eureka

In the Old Town district, you will find historic Victorians including the Carson Mansion. Kids also love seeing the big cats, monkeys, and pandas at the Sequoia Park Zoo.

Drive-Through Tree

This drive-through tree has been around since decades and is a quintessential PCH road trip stop. Visitors can see the natural beauty of this tree as they drive through it.

mendocino

Mendocino is a small town in Northern California. It is known for its breweries, restaurants, and laid back atmosphere.

fort bragg

Fort Bragg offers more than 100 acres of beaches, forests, and wetlands to visitors exploring the area. The popular Glass Beach shoreline consists of smooth, naturally rounded glass pebbles that sparkle in the sunlight.

Bodega Bay and Tomales Bay

A favorite destination for tourists and locals alike, the town is home to beautiful beaches, scenic views, and a variety of wildlife.

Point Reyes National Seashore

Point Reyes has an extensive coastline with over 70 miles worth of cliffs, beaches, tide pools, and estuaries.

Downtown  San Francisco

Take a stroll in the Golden Gate Park or the Presidio or eat chocolate in Ghirardelli Square, there are endless adventures waiting for you in this great city.

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