Oregon 42S coast-42 (to I-5)

Question

How's the road (42S) from Bandon to where it joins up with Hwy 42 eastbound? I know Hwy 42 is ok, taking 42S would save time and miles coming from the south with 33' MH and toad. OTOH, I don't want a white-knuckle experience. Have heard mixed reports.

Thanks,

Rick

korbe · Answer

We go around 42S when pulling. A bit on the narrow side. But we normally are not in a hurry and not sure of how much time is saved.

amandasgramma · Answer

Easy..beautiful drive....go for it

donkeydew · Answer

if you don't like 2 lane country roads that are curvy you may want to take 42.the short time you save might not be worth the "white knuckles".

paulj · Answer

Which gives you white knuckles, traffic or curves?  Neither has significant grades, they just follow the edge of a river plain, before crossing over a low ridge to another river.  42 and 101 will be busier; 425 curvier.

cpaulsen · Answer

I usually pass on 42S....narrow with hardly any shoulders. Easier to go almost to Coos Bay and take 42.

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