Photo Trip Suggestions for SF to Yachats,Oregon drive
Apr 25, 2021 12:33:34 #
Hi All - in July, I plan to drive a rental car with my 33 y.o. daughter from San Francisco to Yachats, Oregon, then fly back to SF, or fly to Yachats from SF with her and drive back to SF along the coast, in a rental car. Any thoughts on (1) things to see/photograph/do, (2) which choice of direction to drive vs. fly might be the better alternative (it occurs to me that driving south might reveal better views, since it's closer to the edge of the road(?)) (3) any other thought/suggestions pertaining to the journey? I have about a week to do the entire round trip, and rent a car one-way and fly the other seems to be the best use of limited time? Also any good hikes, good food suggestions or things/places not to miss would be happily received! Thanks in advance... Kevin
Apr 25, 2021 12:41:07 #
kotography4u wrote:
Hi All - in July, I plan to drive a rental car wit... (show quote)
Consider in Yachats Ona Restaurant
https://www.onarestaurant.com
Apr 25, 2021 12:48:37 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
Consider in Yachats Ona Restaurant
https://www.onarestaurant.com
https://www.onarestaurant.com
WOW! Looks great! - Thanks!
Apr 25, 2021 12:55:34 #
Apr 25, 2021 12:59:16 #
JFCoupe
Loc: Kent, Washington
In Oregon, there are almost constant photo opportunities along the coast on Hwy 101. Driving from the north to SF may make the most sense as you will not need to cross traffic as often to stop at roadside pull off areas for view of the ocean and sea stacks, etc.
There are many state parks and also hikes. Google searches will help a lot.
Plan to fly into Portland and then take Hwy 26 out to the coast.
Have fun.
There are many state parks and also hikes. Google searches will help a lot.
Plan to fly into Portland and then take Hwy 26 out to the coast.
Have fun.
Apr 25, 2021 13:37:34 #
JFCoupe wrote:
In Oregon, there are almost constant photo opportunities along the coast on Hwy 101. Driving from the north to SF may make the most sense as you will not need to cross traffic as often to stop at roadside pull off areas for view of the ocean and sea stacks, etc.
There are many state parks and also hikes. Google searches will help a lot.
Plan to fly into Portland and then take Hwy 26 out to the coast.
Have fun.
There are many state parks and also hikes. Google searches will help a lot.
Plan to fly into Portland and then take Hwy 26 out to the coast.
Have fun.
Great thoughts - thanks!
Apr 25, 2021 17:09:03 #
Orphoto
Loc: Oregon
Good luck finding an airport in Yachats!! Fly in to Eugene or Portland. Restaurants may still be moving from takeout only to limited dining in. The usual suspects for locations are well documented on the web.
Apr 25, 2021 19:43:40 #
Apr 26, 2021 06:29:43 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
kotography4u wrote:
Hi All - in July, I plan to drive a rental car wit... (show quote)
tripadvisor.com
Apr 26, 2021 07:05:06 #
Wanderer2
Loc: Colorado Rocky Mountains
kotography4u wrote:
Hi All - in July, I plan to drive a rental car wit... (show quote)
Having driven many times from San Francisco to Washington State the route recommendation for me is an easy one if you are looking for beautiful scenery to photograph - stay on the coast. This is some of the most beautiful ocean front scenery anywhere. Highway 1 north until it merges with Highway 101 and 101 until you get to Yachats. There is also the "Lost Coast" in extreme N. Calif., the road that goes west from 101 through the towns of Honey Dew and Petrolia (don't recall the road number) but you may not have the time for that. It's on a AAA Calif. state map. Another worthwhile short side trip would be to photograph the Redwoods in the National park in extreme N. Calif.
This can truly be a beautiful experience. Take your time, avoid being rushed.
Apr 26, 2021 08:08:46 #
Mr Bill 2011
Loc: southern Indiana
kotography4u wrote:
Hi All - in July, I plan to drive a rental car wit... (show quote)
Fly north, drive south; stay along the coast, with a side trip to Crater Lake.
Apr 26, 2021 08:22:29 #
Apr 26, 2021 09:37:02 #
Mr Bill 2011 wrote:
Fly north, drive south; stay along the coast, with a side trip to Crater Lake.
Crater Lake is beautiful, however, call ahead to make certain that they are not "fogged-in"! Should that be the case, do not go! You wont see 2 ft. in front of you!
Apr 26, 2021 10:11:46 #
Actually as the driver you get better views driving North. Although my favorite part of that drive is just North of Yachats through the Cape Perpetua area. Also if you’re gonna get out and explore you’ll want to see Devil’s Churn and Thor’s Well. I also agree with a side trip to the Jedidiah Smith Redwood Forest.
Apr 26, 2021 10:16:49 #
Only a week? Whew! You'll be left wanting to come back. I agree flying to Eugene first then driving to the coast via Hwy 126. Numerous pullouts driving south and safer to use without crossing traffic. Some of our favorite locations: Heceta lighthouse; sand dunes present unique opportunities stretching from about Florence to North Bend; from either North Bend or Coos Bay (pretty much the same town) take the road to Charleston (just a few miles) to visit Sunset Bay and Shore Acres State Parks for great views; abandon has great views of "haystack" rocks just off the beach; Prairie Creek State Park near Orick, CA and take the Prairie Creek Trail and Foothill loop trail (short) into the redwoods to feel the majesty and serenity of these ancient giants....you might even get close to the resident elk herd near Elk Prairie (basically the same location). Have fun. You might come down with a case of sensory overload trying to take it all in.
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.