Oregon Trip - Will this work?

[Howie3]

Well, I had good intentions on better preparation, but busy schedules have got in the way.

I'm planning a trip to Oregon next week with the DW and dog in our TT for 3 weeks. No reservations as I prefer to wing it, and will be a combination of dry camping & hookups. Coming from Canada, our route will take us through Spokane, WA and into Oregon via Walla Walla. Will plan to pick up some campground directories at a Visitor Centre (Pendleton?) and then continue down Hwy 395.

I'd like to find a nice spot or two somewhere along this stretch, then after the Labor Day weekend take either Hwy 26 or 20 towards the Coast. I figure by then it will be easier to find spots along 101 and we can spend the remainder of our trip sightseeing along the coast. No route yet planned to bring us back to Alberta so open to suggestions. Just want to stay off interstates for better scenery and a more leisurely trip.

My slight online research shows dozens of State Parks and perhaps 100's of NFS campgrounds throughout OR. I don't even know where to begin in checking them out.

Here are my questions:

1) Can someone recommend a good spot in eastern OR for the first leg of our journey to spend over Labor Day? (We could arrive Wed or Thurs early in the day as long as it is not filled up too early).

2) Am I reasonable in my assumption that we can find spots in State Parks after the long weekend along the Coast? (again, assuming we plan to arrive weekdays early afternoon).

Our planned activities are just to relax, short hikes and local sightseeing and canoeing. Maybe a winery or museum, anything interesting in the area. Prefer not to use private RV parks unless they are quiet and scenic.

Any insight from those familiar with OR are welcome. I feel like the kid in school who forgot to study and then asks for your study notes the day before the exam!

Thanks
Howie

[Sillybugs2]

Sound like you will have a great trip! Happy travels.

[Howie3]

Old Duck wrote:
Your welcome Howie. We are are at Harbor Vista right now, was at Honeyman a month ago for a week. Off the topic of campgrounds, check out Travelers Cove in old town for a good place to eat. Outside waterfront dining on the Siuslaw River.

Looks awesome. Have added it to the list. Thanks!
Howie

[RollandB]

Your welcome Howie. We are are at Harbor Vista right now, was at Honeyman a month ago for a week. Off the topic of campgrounds, check out Travelers Cove in old town for a good place to eat. Outside waterfront dining on the Siuslaw River.

[Howie3]

souraider wrote:
Eagle Point fire, which was actually the "Rogue River Drive" fire is out. There are no fires burning directly in the Rogue Valley. The nearest fire burning is the July complex fire, which is Northern California.

Thanks for the update. Canadian news just reported as the nearest town, hence Eagle Point.

Howie

[souraider]

Eagle Point fire, which was actually the "Rogue River Drive" fire is out. There are no fires burning directly in the Rogue Valley. The nearest fire burning is the July complex fire, which is Northern California.

[Howie3]

OP again. This forum is great....I appreciate all the help.

Have booked over the weekend at Honeyman SP. Old Duck, thanks for the Harbor Vista alternative, may check it out if we want to stay longer in Florence.

Appreciate the PM's, Gary.

D.E.Bishop, you have given me lots of ideas. I may pm you later but thanks for the appetizer.

Really looking forward to the trip and feeling much more confident thanks to all of you.

Howie

[D_E_Bishop]

No one mentioned Winchester Bay RV Resort, a private park but nice location. Just north of Florence is Sutton Lake. Just south of Newport is South Beach. Don't know what rig you have so Sutton may be small spaces.

There is a lot to do near Newport, don't miss the aquarium. If you camp near Lincoln City, the Otis Café is famous for breakfast. Whale watching out of Depot Bay, Glass blowing in Lincoln City. Several trailheads with parking along the coast. Ft. Stevens is nice and a short drive take you to Ft Clatsop a replica of the winter over site of the Corp s of Discovery before heading back East. Up river from Ft Stevens is Bonneville Dam and Beacon Rock St Park on the Washington side. further east is Hood River and the Full Sail Brewery.

South and East of Tillimook is the Pelican Brewery in Pacific City I believe.

Want more PM me.

[D_E_Bishop]

No one mentioned Winchester Bay RV Resort, a private park but nice location. Just north of Florence is Sutton Lake. Just south of Newport is South Beach. Don't know what rig you have so Sutton may be small spaces.

There is a lot to do near Newport, don't miss the aquarium. If you camp near Lincoln City, the Otis Café is famous for breakfast. Whale watching out of Depot Bay, Glass blowing in Lincoln City. Several trailheads with parking along the coast. Ft. Stevens is nice and a short drive take you to Ft Clatsop a replica of the winter over site of the Corp s of Discovery before heading back East. Up river from Ft Stevens is Bonneville Dam and Beacon Rock St Park on the Washington side. further east is Hood River and the Full Sail Brewery.

South and East of Tillimook is the Pelican Brewery in Pacific City I believe.

Want more PM me.

[garyhaupt]

I have sent you a pm.


Gary Haupt

[rr2254545]

Maybe this will help on the Oregon coast

Oregon State Parks - north to south
Park Full Hookup Electric Near City Region
Fort Stevens 170 300 Astoria North
Nehalem Bay 0 265 Manzanita North
Cape Lookout 35 1 Tillamook North
Devils Lake 25 5 Lincoln City North

Beverly Beach 53 75 North of Newport Central
South Beach 0 225 South of Newport Central
Beachside 0 30 Waldport Central
Washburne 50 5 Florence Central
Honeymoon 45 120 South of Florence Central
Umpqua Lighthouse 10 9 Winchester Bay Central

Tugman 0 94 South of Reedsport South
Sunset Bay 30 35 Coos Bay South
Bullards Beach 100 82 Bandon South
Cape Blanco 0 50 North of Port Orford South
Humbug Mountain 0 40 South of Port Orford South
Harris Beach 35 50 Brookings South

[RollandB]

If you are looking at the Florence area check out Harbor Vista, it's in the Lane County parks system. You can reserve online. We like both this park and Honeyman while in Florence. Harbot Vista does not have full hookups but does have a dump station. The sites are all very private. Have a great time in our great State!

[rhagfo]

Sillybugs2 wrote:
Also on oregons north coast I have heard Ft. stevens is nice but not been there myself. We tayed at Cannon Beach RV park one April break and enjoyed despite the rain.

Oh and not sure your rec likes but we did the sands dune tour in Florence and loved it!

Ft. Stevens is a great park. Easy to get back to Seaside and Astoria. Lots to see and do.

[Sillybugs2]

Also on oregons north coast I have heard Ft. stevens is nice but not been there myself. We tayed at Cannon Beach RV park one April break and enjoyed despite the rain.

Oh and not sure your rec likes but we did the sands dune tour in Florence and loved it!

[Howie3]

Jframpey wrote:
Do you have the dog's vaccinations up to date and documents in hand?

Yes! DW got all dog passport papers from vet last week. Miss Black can hardly wait. She so enjoyed Idaho last year.

Howie