Oregon Coast Scenic Day Tour
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
On this day-long excursion you’ll explore the northern stretch of shore between Astoria and Cannon Beach as your guide leads you through an oceans-worth of American history, coastal culture, and pristine nature. Start your day in the bustling seaport of Astoria, where the Columbia River feeds into the Pacific, and Lewis & Clark and John Jacob Astor concluded their epic expeditions. Wander the town’s docks, wind up the Astoria Column, and walk through Fort Clatsop, before continuing south along beaches and bluffs to Cannon Beach. A quintessential beach town, the savory smell of chowder houses meets the briny ocean air on Cannon Beach’s picturesque streets. After meandering through the town, you’ll take to the beach for an interpretative nature walk to Haystack Rock with your naturalist guide. Complete your day by traversing through a maze of Sitka spruce in Ecola State Park. The forest opens to a secluded beach where you’ll cap off your tour with an amazing view of the crashing waves.
Inclusions
What's included
- Local, organic, family-style lunch served somewhere lovely outdoors (weather permitting).
- May include cookies, dried fruit and nuts, snack bars, etc.
- Water and sparkling water available.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- We'll press local coffee and brew tea in the morning!
- Beautiful, guided treks tailored to your group. Spend lots of time outside.
- Local, TripAdvisor 'Hall of Fame' naturalist guide. 'Certified Excellent' every year since 2010!
- Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Portland hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
Itinerary
Your day starts in the bustling seaport of Astoria, where the Columbia River feeds into the Pacific, and Lewis & Clark and John Jacob Astor concluded their epic expeditions. Wander the town’s docks, wind up the Astoria Column, and walk through Fort Clatsop, before continuing south along beaches and bluffs.
Walk the beach and get up close to the iconic 235 foot tall sea stack known as Haystack Rock! Search the tide pools for sea stars when the tide is low and look for puffins and their babies. Afterwards stroll through Downton Cannon Beach and grab some coffee and treats from a local cafe. You can also stop into an art gallery or shop around one of the boutiques.
Ecola State Park is known for its sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and lush forests. This is a great opportunity to look for wildlife like deer, elk, bald eagles and sea lions. We will walk to a viewpoint and take in the most stunning view of the coastline (this is a great photo op).
Take a walk through one of the coast's old growth forests.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We'll pick you up at your hotel in downtown Portland. If you are staying outside our restricted pick up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location - The Portland Visitor Center - located at 1132 SW Harvey Milk Street, Portland, OR
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Evergreen Escapes Portland
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Portland
- Its from-price is 34% above the median of the 67 day trips we list in Portland.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 33 of 67.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Portland
Portland is Oregon's largest city, a green Pacific Northwest city of bridges, rose gardens, food carts, craft beer and views of Mount Hood.
Portland sits where the Willamette River meets the Columbia, with the snow-covered cone of Mount Hood visible to the east on clear days. It is called the City of Roses, and the International Rose Test Garden in Washington Park, above the city, has thousands of rose bushes. Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the United States, covers the hills west of downtown, and the Japanese Garden nearby is a quiet retreat.
Top-ranked sights in Portland: Multnomah Falls, Latourell Falls, Columbia River Gorge.
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