Location: Located 1.2 miles seaward off Tillamook Head south of Seaside.
Noteworthy: Tillamook Rock Lighthouse stands 133 feet above sea level with 62-foot-high tower on basalt rock islet. Exposure to storm waves earned it the nickname “Terrible Tilly.”
Hiking: Oregon coast trail on Tillamook Head between Ecola State Park and Seaside offers closes views; also visible from [...]
Length: 363 miles / 580.8 km
Time to Allow: Plan 10 to 12 hours to experience all this Byway has to offer.
Fees: There are no fees to drive this Byway The Pacific Coast Scenic Byway follows the Oregon coast along Highway 101.
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The Columbia River Maritime Museum is an official State of Oregon collection of maritime artifacts and history about the Columbia River. It features everything from fishing to industry, to nature displays and search and rescue information. It is very interactive and great for children to learn about the largest river in Oregon.
What to bring: The [...]
A non-profit museum that has more than 30 vintage aircraft on display in one of the major landmarks on the Oregon Coast - the blimp Hangar in Tillamook. The hangar spans more than 1,000 feet long and 192 feet tall and covers an area of more than seven acres.
What to bring: Weather appropriate clothing, as [...]
The factory is run by the Tillamook County Creamery Association that is a farmer-owned cooperative that was established in 1909. The visitor center opened in 1966 and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the state with nearly a million visitors a year. The visitor center is ADA compliant and there is RV [...]
The Astoria Column is located on Coxcomb Hill and was dedicated in 1926. It has more than 300,000 visitors a year and features not only an Oregon history lessons, but expansive views of the Oregon coast and the Columbia River bar.
What to bring: As with all attractions, cameras are a must to capture everything from [...]
This restored Victorian mansion is a must see in Astoria. Take a self-guided tour to view the period décor and Queen Anne style architecture. You will learn its fascinating history and marvel at its elegance while you step back into the 19th century.
What to bring: Take your camera but remember not to use a flash [...]
What to bring: If you go in the winter, wear layers and bring a raincoast. In the summer, wear a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellant. The center is air conditioned on very hot days. Street shoes or sandlas are fine, but if you’re planning to explore the trails bring a good sturdy pair of [...]
