60 days in Pacific Northwest & North Coast California Itinerary

Redmond is a city in Deschutes County, Oregon, United States. Change things up with these side-trips from Redmond: Wildland Firefighters Monument (in Prineville) and McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass loop (in Sisters). The adventure continues: immerse yourself in nature at Smith Rock State Park, hike along Peterson Ridge Trail, walk around Sam Johnson Park, and relax and rejuvenate at Shibui Spa.

For traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Redmond online trip builder.

Los Angeles to Redmond is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive. Traveling from Los Angeles in November, expect Redmond to be cooler, temps between 50°F and 25°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Leavenworth.

Leavenworth is a city in Chelan County, Washington, United States. Bring the kids along to Leavenworth Reindeer Farm and Icicle Gorge. Get out of town with these interesting Leavenworth side-trips: Kachess Lake (in Snoqualmie Pass), Johnson's Orchards (in Yakima) and Apple Capital Loop Trail (in Wenatchee). There's lots more to do: stroll around Waterfront Park, hike along Icicle Ridge Trail, wander the wide-open spaces of Eagle Creek Ranch, and stop by Schocolat.

To find ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Leavenworth trip builder site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Redmond to Leavenworth. While traveling from Redmond, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Leavenworth, ranging from highs of 44°F to lows of 30°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to drive to Seattle.

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Seattle: Bloedel Reserve (in Bainbridge Island), Tacoma (Washington State History Museum & Tacoma Art Museum) and Hands On Children's Museum (in Olympia). Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Pike Place Market, kick back and relax at Alki Beach, see Seattle Art Museum, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Seattle Aquarium.

To see ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Seattle trip maker tool.

You can drive from Leavenworth to Seattle in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Leavenworth in November; daily highs in Seattle reach 53°F and lows reach 42°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can travel to Mount Rainier National Park.

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Family-friendly places like Discover Nature and Mount Rainier will thrill your kids. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic scenery at Comet Falls and take some stellar pictures from Emmons Vista Overlook.

To see traveler tips, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Mount Rainier National Park online trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Seattle to Mount Rainier National Park. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Seattle in December since evenings lows in Mount Rainier National Park dip to 32°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Olympic National Park.

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Lake Crescent and Olympic National Park. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Rialto Beach, contemplate the waterfront views at Lena Lakes, trek along Hurricane Ridge, and take in the dramatic scenery at Murhut Falls.

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Olympic National Park day trip website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Mount Rainier National Park to Olympic National Park. In December, daily temperatures in Olympic National Park can reach 44°F, while at night they dip to 33°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can travel to Cannon Beach.

Cannon Beach is a city in Clatsop County, Oregon, United States. Attractions like Oswald West State Park and Hug Point State Park make great kid-friendly stops. There's much more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Cannon Beach, explore the striking landscape at Haystack Rock, tour the pleasant surroundings at Manzanita Beach, and cruise along Three Capes Scenic Drive.

For more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Cannon Beach trip maker.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Olympic National Park to Cannon Beach. Expect a daytime high around 49°F in December, and nighttime lows around 37°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can go by car to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Powell's City of Books and NAUI Scuba Diving Lessons. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Portland: Multnomah Falls (in Bridal Veil), Astoria (Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria Column, &more) and Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum (in McMinnville). The adventure continues: surround yourself with nature on Volcano Lands - Private Tours, see the interesting displays at Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum, explore the engaging exhibits at Portland Children's Museum, and take in nature's colorful creations at Portland Japanese Garden.

To find ratings, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Portland holiday planning site.

You can drive from Cannon Beach to Portland in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 45°F in December, and nighttime lows around 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can fly to Florence.

Florence is a coastal city in Lane County, in the U.S. state of Oregon. Bring the kids along to Sandland Adventures and Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area (in Newport) and Yachats (Cape Perpetua Visitor Center - Siuslaw National Forest, Yachats coastline, &more). Next up on the itinerary: hike along Hobbit Trail and take some stellar pictures from Strawberry Hill Wayside.

For ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Florence journey planner.

Traveling by flight from Portland to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Portland, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Florence, ranging from highs of 53°F to lows of 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to drive to Coos Bay.

Coos Bay is a city located in Coos County, Oregon, United States, where the Coos River enters Coos Bay on the Pacific Ocean. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): immerse yourself in nature at Cape Arago State Park and then admire the majestic nature at Shore Acres State Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun): take in the exciting artwork at Second Street Gallery, then stop by Face Rock Creamery, and then play a few rounds at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort.

To see photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Coos Bay visit planner.

Getting from Florence to Coos Bay by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. December in Coos Bay sees daily highs of 53°F and lows of 40°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to go by car to Orick.

Orick is a census-designated place situated on the banks of the Redwood Creek in Humboldt County, California. Family-friendly places like Redwood National Park and California Coastal Trail will thrill your kids. Step out of Orick with an excursion to Tall Trees Grove in Redwood National Park--about 40 minutes away. There's lots more to do: immerse yourself in nature at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, trek along Trillium Falls Hike, explore the stunning scenery at Fern Canyon, and get all the information you need at Yurok Country Visitor Center.

To see where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Orick trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Coos Bay to Orick with the Route module. In January, daily temperatures in Orick can reach 56°F, while at night they dip to 40°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Mendocino.

Mendocino is an unincorporated community in Mendocino County, California, United States. Bring the kids along to Gualala Point Regional Park and Point Arena - Stornetta Unit of the California Coastal National Monument. Explore Mendocino's surroundings by going to Point Arena (B Bryan Preserve, Manchester Beach / Mendocino Coast KOA, &more), Anderson Valley (in Philo) and Sea Ranch Chapel (in The Sea Ranch). Next up on the itinerary: take a memorable drive along Mendocino Coast, take an in-depth tour of Ford House Visitor Center & Museum, take in the dramatic natural features at Mendocino Headlands State Park, and explore the activities along Big River.

To find out how to plan a trip to Mendocino, use our trip itinerary maker.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Orick to Mendocino. In January, daily temperatures in Mendocino can reach 59°F, while at night they dip to 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Sat) to allow time for travel back home.