14 days in Oregon Coast Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Oregon Coast journey planner
Start: Portland
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Lincoln City
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Reedsport
— 2 nights
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Bandon
— 3 nights
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Brookings
— 2 nights
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Yachats
— 1 night
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Seaside
— 3 nights
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Lincoln City — 2 nights

Step off the beaten path and head to Lincoln City Glass Center and Connie Hansen Garden Conservancy. Venture out of the city with trips to Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area (in Pacific City) and Yaquina Bay Bridge (in Newport).
To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read Lincoln City trip planner.
Portland to Lincoln City is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Portland in April: highs in Lincoln City hover around 55°F, while lows dip to 42°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Reedsport.
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To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read Lincoln City trip planner.
Portland to Lincoln City is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Portland in April: highs in Lincoln City hover around 55°F, while lows dip to 42°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Reedsport.
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Reedsport — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area and then see Off-Road Tours. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Heceta Beach, then take in the views from Siuslaw River Bridge, and then identify plant and animal life at Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area.
To see reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Reedsport trip builder.
You can drive from Lincoln City to Reedsport in 2.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In May, daytime highs in Reedsport are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Bandon.
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To see reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Reedsport trip builder.
You can drive from Lincoln City to Reedsport in 2.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In May, daytime highs in Reedsport are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Bandon.
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Bandon — 3 nights

Explore hidden gems such as Bandon State Park and Hughes Historic House. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bandon: Port Orford (Port Orford Lifeboat Station Museum & Port Orford Heads State Park).
For traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Bandon road trip planning tool.
Getting from Reedsport to Bandon by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Expect a daytime high around 62°F in May, and nighttime lows around 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Brookings.
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For traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Bandon road trip planning tool.
Getting from Reedsport to Bandon by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Expect a daytime high around 62°F in May, and nighttime lows around 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Brookings.
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Brookings — 2 nights

On the 8th (Sun), take a tour of The Mary D Hume, snap pictures at Rogue River Bridge, then admire the majestic nature at Otter Point State Recreation Site, and finally walk around Azalea Park. Here are some ideas for day two: cruise along Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lone Ranch Beach, and then admire the majestic nature at Alfred A Loeb State Park.
To see photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Brookings trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Bandon to Brookings. In May, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Yachats.
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To see photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Brookings trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Bandon to Brookings. In May, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Yachats.
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Yachats — 1 night
Start off your visit on the 10th (Tue): relax and rejuvenate at Overleaf Spa, explore the striking landscape at Thor's Well, and then hike along Hobbit Trail.
To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Yachats trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Brookings to Yachats with the Route module. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Brookings in May: highs in Yachats hover around 58°F, while lows dip to 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to fly to Seaside.
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To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Yachats trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Brookings to Yachats with the Route module. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Brookings in May: highs in Yachats hover around 58°F, while lows dip to 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to fly to Seaside.
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Seaside — 3 nights
Discover out-of-the-way places like Seaside Beach and Spas. When in Seaside, make a side trip to see Rockaway Beach Wayside in Rockaway Beach, approximately Rockaway Beach away.
To see ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Seaside trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Yachats to Seaside by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May in Seaside, expect temperatures between 62°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can drive back home.
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To see ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Seaside trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Yachats to Seaside by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May in Seaside, expect temperatures between 62°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can drive back home.
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Oregon Coast travel guide
The Beaver State
Saved from the pitfalls of modern urban development by government decisions made in the 1910s, the Oregon coast remains one of the country's most picturesque natural places to visit, featuring more than 80 state parks. Tourism from around the world thrives here all year long, with visitors eager to drive up and down this scenic stretch of the Pacific coastline, marked by rocky headlands and lush vegetation. Crossed by rivers and dotted with dense forests, the area offers nature lovers a chance to boat, fish, hike, and whale-watch. Start your Oregon vacation by exploring the northern end of the coastline, famous for its vibrant beach resorts and quaint seaside retreats.