Newport Oregon to Fort Collins Co
We are new to the RV life and need some help. We will be traveling from Newport Oregon to Fort Collins Colorado this month and noticed there are a few ways to go. Is it better to go up to Portland and...
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donn0128 wrote:
Due east across Oregon to Ontario pick up I84
This is my preferred route too. Hwy 20 across eastern Oregon is quite a bit quicker than 26, although 26 has some nice sights.
IF you don't hit Portland traffic, the driving time is the same even though Hwy 20 saves ~80 miles. If you don't like Tombstone pass, take 22 from Salem to Santiam Pass. Much gentler climb and only adds a little more distance, and no extra time if Tombstone would slow you down.
