Best road to Oregon Coast (Fort Stevens)
Hello, We are going to be coming from West Glacier to Fort Stevens this summer. We are towing a 44ft 5fer with a dually. What is the best route to Fort Stevens with a large 5fer? We took a si...
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We always travel to Longview and cross the Columbia then take 30 to Astoria. There is one way traffic in downtown Astoria that gets a little tight plus a roundabout outside of Astoria. I suggest you look at Google Earth to determine your lane discipline, especially with the roundabout.
Another route is to take highway 4 from Kelso and travel along the north side of the Columbia River. This drive is pretty scenic with a good road, but is longer than 30. You then have to cross over the Columbia on the bridge at Astoria. That bridge is high with wonderful views. Some people I know refuse to take it, fear. This route bypasses downtown Astoria. If taking this route, spend a night at the regional park in Skamakowa. Get a site in the lower section on the river, your size won't be an issue. Having the huge ocean going vessels traveling a couple of hundred yards from your rear window is a treat.
If you take 84 to highway 26 to Seaside, you will have to drive through Portland which could take considerable time due to traffic, as in an extra hour. Then north through Seaside which will also be slow.
Another route is to take highway 4 from Kelso and travel along the north side of the Columbia River. This drive is pretty scenic with a good road, but is longer than 30. You then have to cross over the Columbia on the bridge at Astoria. That bridge is high with wonderful views. Some people I know refuse to take it, fear. This route bypasses downtown Astoria. If taking this route, spend a night at the regional park in Skamakowa. Get a site in the lower section on the river, your size won't be an issue. Having the huge ocean going vessels traveling a couple of hundred yards from your rear window is a treat.
If you take 84 to highway 26 to Seaside, you will have to drive through Portland which could take considerable time due to traffic, as in an extra hour. Then north through Seaside which will also be slow.
