In the pantheon of great road trips, Columbia River Gorge is in the top tier. This is a must for everyone. And trip offers a fantastic reward, as your reach the town of Astoria at the Pacific Ocean. Amazing scenery, waterfalls, lush nature, great towns and pit stops, monuments, and the Vista House. The gorge has it all.
I don't drink wine - but this winery is a must see. The chapel being reconstructed on-site is an architectural gem. A must see, with an amazing history spanning from Europe to California.
This little beach was definitely worth the extra miles on my road trip through Humbolt and the Lost Coast. I arrive at 8:00am to find the area covered in fog, a few folks were in the restaurant, two kayakers were launching from the beach, and small blue jelly fish covered the sand. A charming beach, harbor and pier.