Oregon - Pacific Coast Scenic Byway - Oregon

Description: Starting in Astoria and traveling south to the California border, the byway provides views of amazing coastal scenery. The road winds by estuarine marshes, clings to exposed seaside cliffs, passes through gentle agricultural valleys, and brushes against wind-sculpted dunes. Encounter the scenic splendor of sea stack rock formations eroding under constant surf. Enjoy a plethora of unusual plants and animals. Charming small towns, museums, state parks, overlooks, historic bridges, and lighthouses ensure a delightful journey.

Time to Allow: 10-12 hours

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Reproduced with permission from the National Scenic Byways Online: www.byways.org

"The National Scenic Byways Program recognizes highways that are outstanding examples of our nation's beauty, history, culture, and recreational experience by designating them as All-American Roads and National Scenic Byways. The roads being featured were designated by the Secretary of Transportation from nominations submitted by the states and federal land management agencies. These designations provide a compass for people from all over the world to explore America's treasured open roads."