Full-Day Tour: 4 Coastal Towns + Haystack Rock & Chowder

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Seaside

  We will drive down Broadway, pointing out the Gilbert District and its vibrant, thriving restaurants, art galleries, boutiques, and antique stores. The historic district is home to more than 30 local businesses. During the tour, we will share fun facts, such as the bar built from a jail, the largest screen for watching the big game, and the reputedly spookiest tavern and why it has that reputation. We will also point out The End of the Lewis and Clark Trail, the Promenade trails, the most popular festivals, and beach clean-up activities.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Tillamook Head National Recreation Trail

  Tillamook Head is one of the best hikes on the Oregon Coast. We will guide you to the trailhead for a photo and provide details about the trail, its length, and the sights you will see if you decide to take on the challenge. At the top, hikers can enjoy a great view of the retired Tillamook Rock Lighthouse. On the Drive down see the Cove, The sailors grave, and Painted Rock beach.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Seaside Museum & Historical Society

  Learn how Seaside became Seaside and see the historic Seaside Resort.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Fort Clatsop National Memorial

  Walk the trials, visit the museum, gift shop and learn about the winter home of the Corps of Discovery on the Pacific coast in 1805-1806.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5
  Astoria Column

  take the challenge of the 164 stairs to the top. We will provide a plane from the gift shop to fly. If you prefer to stay on the ground, we will share the highlights of what you are seeing. what an amazing view!

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Astoria

  We will drive by very slowly showing the the historic houses and buildings tell a local legend and fun stories.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Astoria-Megler Bridge

  We will park in Union Town, show the oldest tavern, explain Finn town and take some photos.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Fort Stevens State Park

  Step into history at one of Oregon’s most fascinating coastal sites. You'll see the Peter Iredale, the oldest shipwreck still visible on the Oregon coast—its rusted bones a haunting reminder of the region’s treacherous waters. Next, we’ll visit the South Jetty Observation Tower, where you’ll stand above the powerful meeting point of the Columbia River and the Pacific Ocean—famously known as the Graveyard of the Pacific. Here, we’ll explain the dramatic history of the Columbia River Bar, one of the most dangerous crossings in the world. We'll also stop at Battery Russell, a historic military fortification once used for coastal defense. Learn about its wartime history and how the Friends of Fort Stevens are working to preserve and restore the site—plus hear about some of the exciting events they’re hosting this season!

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Lewis & Clark Salt Works (Pass by)

  Discover a famous tourist destination that offers an in-depth explanation of the salt-making process used by renowned explorers.

  Admission ticket free
• 9
  Gearhart

  Visit End of the World Beach and discover McMenamins Sand Trap

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Cannon Beach

  A scenic walk on one of Oregon’s most photographed beaches. If tides allow, check out the tide pools around Haystack Rock teeming with sea stars, anemones, and crabs.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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