Explore the journey — one trail, museum, meal, and memory at a time.
Tillamook Creamery
From a quiet overnight spot above the beach in Newport to a memorable encounter with a local artist, the day unfolds along Oregon’s coast. A stop at Tillamook Creamery brings more food than expected—and consequences—before a misdirected drive to Cape Meares Lighthouse adds one more unexpected turn to a day that didn’t quite go as planned.
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Driving the Oregon coast from Florence to Newport turned into more than just another stretch of Highway 101. A stop at the Oregon Coast Aquarium delivered unexpected moments—from glowing jellyfish to close encounters with puffins—followed by a quiet overnight near the ocean. One of those days that ends up being better than planned.