Most people visiting Oregon fly into Portland. If that’s your plan, you can reach the North Oregon Coast by car in about 90 minutes. Cannon Beach offers a good introduction to the Oregon Coast with long stretches of easily accessible beach, Oregon’s iconic Haystack Rock, a small walkable downtown and nearby State Parks, notably Ecola State Park, that offer panoramic views and easy walking paths. From there, it really depends on how much time you have and what kind of experience you desire for your visit. The Oregon Coast includes 363 miles of options and exceptional accessibility to viewpoints, beaches and natural areas. You could easily spend a week on the North Oregon Coast and include towns like Astoria, Seaside, Manzanita and the Tillamook area on your itinerary, or you can explore further to the Central Oregon Coast where Lincoln City offers miles of beaches and many options for accommodations; the Newport area offers many scenic and historical attractions; and the small town of Yachats provides the gateway to some of the coast’s most scenic areas. If you have the time, the South Oregon Coast has its own vibe with smaller towns and less touristed natural areas. I love the South Oregon Coast towns of Bandon, Port Orford and Gold Beach.