Stay : Oregon, from Portland to Newport

The small state ofOregon is full of surprises. The sparkling Portland, alternative and cultural, is a good starting point for this two weeks stay. We will then explore the Columbia River Gorge, before reaching the mountainous landscapes of Bend and Crater Lake. The dunes of Florence and the coastal charm of Newport conclude this varied trip.

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Detail of the stay : Oregon, from Portland to Newport - 13 days

  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Portland
  • Cascade Locks
  • Cascade Locks
  • Corbett
  • Corbett
  • Hood River
  • Mount Hood
  • Bend
  • Bend
  • Bend
  • Bend
  • Smith Rock State Park
  • Bend
  • Bend
  • Bend
  • Bend
  • Sisters
  • Crater Lake National Park
  • Grants Pass
  • Grants Pass
  • Gold Hill
  • Gold Hill
  • Grants Pass
  • Jacksonville
  • Ashland
  • Oregon Caves National Monument
  • Eugene
  • Florence
  • Florence
  • Florence
  • Florence
  • Florence
  • Newport
  • Florence
  • Portland
  • Lincoln City

Day 1: Arrival in Portland

Steps: Portland

One arrives at the end of the day in Portland, just the time to pose its bags to the hotel and to dine in Downtown.

Day 2: Pioneer Square and Waterfront

Steps: Portland

Visit the Oregon Historical Society, the Washington Park to discover the Hoyt Arboretum, the , the or the .

Day 3: Alternative neighbourhoods

Discover Hawthorne and Alberta, two popular shopping districts for alternative shopping and trendy nights. For a coffee and a little shopping, you can also go north west and reach 23rd avenue.

Day 4: Columbia River Gorge

Steps: Cascade Locks, Corbett, Hood River

In Troutdale, take the US 30, the historic road. Stop at Crown Point, Bonneville Dam. Spend the evening and night at .

Places of interest :
MULTNOMAH FALLS / BONNEVILLE DAM

Day 5: Mount Hood

Steps: Mount Hood

Head to the small village of Government Camp, then Mount Hood. You can have several hikes on the road. Night at the mythical Timberline Lodge.

Day 6: Head to Bend

Steps: Bend, Smith Rock State Park

Go to the Smith Rock State Park and make a hike to Monkey Face. At the end of the day, you can visit the High Desert Museum and the Lava River Cave. Night in Bend.

Places of interest :
HIGH DESERT MUSEUM / LAVA RIVER CAVE

Day 7: Bend and its surroundings

Steps: Bend, Sisters

Take the time to walk in the Bend downtown and the Old Mill District. Do not miss the charming city of Sisters and Mount Bachelor.

Places of interest :
MOUNT BACHELOR / OLD MILL DISTRICT

Day 8: Crater Lake National Park

Steps: Crater Lake National Park

, set in the crater of an ancient volcano, reserves breathtaking views over the Oregon Mountains. Devote the day to to discover it. Night in Crater Lake, in lodge or in a campsite.

Day 9: Grants Pass and its surroundings

Steps: Grants Pass, Gold Hill, Jacksonville, Ashland, Oregon Caves National Monument

By arriving at Grants Pass, visit the Wildlife Images, Oregon Caves National Monument, make a rafting outing on the Rogue River. Take the time to appreciate the historic city centre of Grants Pass. And if you have time, go to Jacksonville and the beautiful town of Ashland.

Day 10: Eugene

Steps: Eugene

This day will be dedicated to Eugene, whose green and student atmosphere will seduce you. You can take a tour in a brewery, a vineyard or a farmer's market. Night to Eugene.

Day 11: Florence and Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area

Steps: Florence

Take a buggy or sandboard tour (sand surf) in the dunes of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Wander in Old Town Florence, enjoy the huge beaches and go to .

Day 12: Head to Newport

Steps: Florence, Newport

Departure from Florence to Newport by the US 101. On the road, visit the Sea Lion Cellars. Stop at Cape Perpetua and Yachats. Dine at Local Ocean and spend the night in Newport.

Places of interest :
SEA LION CAVES

Day 13: Depoe Bay and Lincoln City

Steps: Portland, Lincoln City

Still by the US 101, stop at Depoe Bay at the Whale Watching Interpretive Center, then at Lincoln City before returning to Portland late in the day, to enjoy one last time the trendy nights of the hipsters capital.

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