15 days in Pacific Northwest Itinerary

An old logging town at the crux of the high desert and ponderosa pine forest, Bend melds a love of the outdoors with cosmopolitan flair.

On the 8th (Wed), immerse yourself in nature at Smith Rock State Park, see the interesting displays at High Desert Museum, then trek along Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint, and finally make a trip to The Last Blockbuster. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of Tumalo Falls, then fly down the slopes at Oregon Trail of Dreams, then contemplate the geological forces at Newberry National Volcanic Monument, and finally explore the fascinating underground world of Lava River Cave.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Bend online travel route planner.

San Diego to Bend is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from San Diego in February; daily highs in Bend reach 46°F and lows reach 27°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Seattle.

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Bring the kids along to Room Escape Games and Discover Nature. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Green Lake Park and Seattle Public Library. There's lots more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Space Needle, wander the streets of Pike Place Market, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Seattle Aquarium, and shop like a local with Chihuly Garden and Glass.

For traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Seattle trip itinerary tool.

You can fly from Bend to Seattle in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Bend in February, Seattle is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Friday Harbor.

The tiny town of Friday Harbor is the largest village on the San Juan Islands, and it fits within just 2.6 km (1 sq mi) of space.

On the 13th (Mon), don't miss a visit to English Camp, admire the majestic nature at Lime Kiln Point State Park, then relax in the rural setting at Pelindaba Lavender Farm, then examine the collection at The Whale Museum, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at Lavendera Massage.

To see ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Friday Harbor travel route site.

Getting from Seattle to Friday Harbor by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of shuttle and flight; or ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 47°F in February, and nighttime lows around 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Olympic National Park.

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

On the 14th (Tue), tour the pleasant surroundings at Sol Duc Falls and then stroll through Hurricane Ridge. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the activities along Lake Crescent, then enjoy the sand and surf at Rialto Beach, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ruby Beach, and finally admire the sheer force of Merriman Falls.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the Olympic National Park road trip planning website.

Getting from Friday Harbor to Olympic National Park by combination of ferry and bus takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: ride a ferry; or ride a ferry. February in Olympic National Park sees daily highs of 46°F and lows of 35°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can travel to Cannon Beach.

Cannon Beach is a city in Clatsop County, Oregon, United States. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Thu): enjoy the sand and surf at Cannon Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Haystack Rock, admire the majestic nature at Ecola State Park, then immerse yourself in nature at Oswald West State Park, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site.

For maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Cannon Beach driving holiday app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Olympic National Park to Cannon Beach. In February in Cannon Beach, expect temperatures between 51°F during the day and 39°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Newport.

A town that survives on the sea, Newport's population of just over 10,000 supports a healthy commercial fishing industry.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): take a leisurely stroll along Newport's Historic Bayfront, engage your brain at Hatfield Marine Science Center, then kick back and relax at Nye Beach, then look for all kinds of wild species at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, and finally enjoy the sea views from Yaquina Head Lighthouse. On the next day, visit a coastal fixture at Heceta Head Lighthouse, take in the waterfront at Yachats coastline, take in the views from Yaquina Bay Bridge, then kick back and relax at Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area, and finally stroll around Whale Park.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Newport tour itinerary tool.

You can drive from Cannon Beach to Newport in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. February in Newport sees daily highs of 51°F and lows of 40°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

Explore hidden gems such as Room Escape Games and Willamette River Trail. Kids will appreciate attractions like Timberline Lodge and Ski Area and The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother. When in Portland, make a side trip to see Mount Hood in Hood River, approximately Hood River away. And it doesn't end there: take in nature's colorful creations at Lan Su Chinese Garden, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Oregon Zoo, look for gifts at Powell's City of Books, and get a dose of the wild on Volcano Lands - Private Tours.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Portland trip itinerary builder.

Drive from Newport to Portland in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In February, daily temperatures in Portland can reach 51°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Ashland.

Ashland is a city in Jackson County, in the State of Oregon. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): explore the activities along Rogue River, get outside with Outdoor Activities, then walk around Lithia Park, then stop by Bloomsbury Books, and finally see a show at Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

To find ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Ashland trip site.

You can fly from Portland to Ashland in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 55°F in February, and nighttime lows around 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can fly back home.