Newport to Crescent City

I wouldn't take 299. If you took 199 at Grant's Pass, you would come out at Crescent City. You would miss some of the most scenic coast in Southern Oregon, though.

You could go down to 299 in CA and come out in Redding.

x2 22 to 18 to 101

My personal choice is to take Hwy 22 (Salem) to Hwy 18 (Lincoln City). I've done Hwy 20 before at night, in the rain and vowed to never drive it again. Day time might be fine but the other route so much easier with fewer curves. Even Hwy 126 Eugene/Florence is better IMHO.

101 South of Brookings, once you get over the Ca border, has had a ton of road repairs, and it is REALLY bumpy. Take it slow and you will be fine.

20 into Newport is just fine, and 101 S is a spectacular drive though Cape Perpetua.

If you are going any day but Sunday, plan on a few extra hours, at least, going South on 101... You will want to see Devils Churn and Thors Well on the way through, but, there is a ton of road construction just South of Cape Perpetua, and North of Reedsport.

Not sure what's going on South of Reedsport, since we haven't been that way in a couple months, but it sure seems there is construction everywhere on the 101.

Have a fun, safe trip.

PM me if you need any additional info, or have any questions.

We have been traveling the Newport 101 north and south route, and 20 east/ west for the last 2 weeks.

What is your starting point? Newport is kind of mid coast, so you do miss the north coast scenery.

You won't have any problems on either road. Just be mindful of traffic building up behind you and pull over when you can safely. FYI Beverley Beach SP near Newport is one of our favorite cg's.