When it comes to dazzling combinations of show-stopping seascapes and world class bicycling, it’s hard to beat the Oregon coast. As we alternate between charming backcountry roads and picturesque pedaling along sandy beaches, we’ll match each pedal stroke with an indelible mental image of the remarkable scenery.
After gathering near the bicycle-friendly town of Eugene, we’ll head north, then northwest, cycling past bucolic vineyards, orchards, and Christmas-tree farms. Before we know it, we’ll be riding south down the craggy coastline, camping near the beach, and watching waves break near lighthouses as we relish the resonant barks of sea lions inside their caves. Our group will visit the coastal towns of Lincoln City, Newport, Yachats, and Florence, each with its own unique local flavor. And in between, there are state parks, waysides, and scenic vistas too numerous to list. This ride will follow rivers for much of its course, so we’ll be treated to relatively gentle grades and lush, rich landscapes as we pedal toward our camping destinations. Pack your tent, roll up your sleeping bag, grab your camera, and get ready for a jubilant celebration of wondrous, rugged western Oregon.
