Monday, April 27, 2015

The Long Way to Astoria

Astoria Route Map

I've done this trip many times on my motorcycle and I'll be the first to admit that it is a long one.  You'll be primarily driving on twisty two lane highways, perfect for your sports car, motorcycle, or the fastest car in the world-the rental car.  Be cautious on the road however, as Highway 47 is replete with logging trucks as the main economy of the area is logging.  Highway 202 is especially righteous for the two wheeled mode of transport.  This trip takes you through a few small towns on the coast range and I've put down a few recommendations of places to stop and check out and eat but as always, if it looks interesting park and check it out!  Some points of interest are marked in Astoria.

Highway 103 is completely optional but if you are on a motorcycle it is well worth the detour.  Nicely paved, twisty, and follows the crystal clear Nehalem River for more than half the road.

Below are some links to points of interest on the Google map above.

Camp 18
Blue House Cafe-Vernonia
Fort Stevens State Park
Astoria Column

This  panoramic picture was taken off of Highway 202 near the Jewell Meadows State Wildlife Management Area.  You'll commonly view herds of elk grazing in the area.

















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