60 days in Pacific Northwest Itinerary

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Ashland
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Portland
— 7 nights
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Florence
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Newport
— 6 nights
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Astoria
— 6 nights
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Olympic National Park
— 4 nights
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Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island
— 3 nights
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Mount Vernon
— 4 nights
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Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
— 5 nights
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Seattle
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Ashland — 6 nights

Step off the beaten path and head to Wildlife Images - Rehabilitation & Education Center and The Oregon Vortex House of Mystery. Explore Ashland's surroundings by going to Boatnik (in Grants Pass), Prospect (Natural Bridge Viewpoint, National Creek Falls, &more) and Valley of the Rogue State Park (in Gold Hill).

For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Ashland trip planner.

Denver to Ashland is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Denver to Ashland is minus 1 hour. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Denver in April: high temperatures in Ashland hover around 67°F and lows are around 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Portland.
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Portland — 7 nights

City of Roses

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum and Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge. Change things up with these side-trips from Portland: The Oregon Garden (in Silverton), Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum (in The Dalles) and Draper Girls Country Farm (in Parkdale). The adventure continues: make a trip to Salem's Riverfront Carousel, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, get to know the resident critters at Washington Park, and buy something for everyone on your list at Woodburn Premium Outlets.

For other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read our Portland travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Ashland to Portland takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Portland are 63°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Florence.
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Florence — 4 nights

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area and Umpqua Triangle Oyster from Aquaculture. Get out of town with these interesting Florence side-trips: Devil's Churn (in Yachats) and Bandon (Misty Meadows Jams, Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint, &more).

To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Florence trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Portland to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Portland in April, plan for slightly colder days in Florence, with highs around 58°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 44°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Newport.
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Newport — 6 nights

Discover out-of-the-way places like Lincoln City Glass Center and Otter Crest Loop. Get out of town with these interesting Newport side-trips: Tillamook (Cape Lookout State Park & Nevor Shellfish Farm), Yachats (Yachats Commons Park, Yachats coastline, &more) and Lincoln City (Prehistoric & Lincoln City Outlets). Next up on the itinerary: snap pictures at Yaquina Bay Bridge, get engrossed in the history at Waldport Heritage Museum, hike along Ocean to Bay Trail, and stroll around Whale Park.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Newport vacation planning app.

Traveling by car from Florence to Newport takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 55°F, and evening lows to 42°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can drive to Astoria.
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Astoria — 6 nights

Spirit of the Columbia

Discover out-of-the-way places like North Jetty and Hug Point State Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Turnaround at Seaside (in Seaside), Long Beach (Marsh's Free Museum & Long Beach) and Cannon Beach (Cannon Beach, Oswald West State Park, &more). There's still lots to do: immerse yourself in nature at Cape Disappointment State Park, sample the tasty concoctions at Fort George Brewery and Public House, examine the collection at Flavel House Museum, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Fort Clatsop National Memorial.

To see other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, use the Astoria trip planner.

Traveling by car from Newport to Astoria takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. April in Astoria sees daily highs of 58°F and lows of 43°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the bus to Olympic National Park.
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Olympic National Park — 4 nights

Discover out-of-the-way places like Second Beach Trail and Quinault Big Cedar. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Olympic National Park: Quinault (Quinault Big Spruce Tree & Rain Forest Nature Trail). The adventure continues: take a peaceful walk through Quinault Rain Forest, kick back and relax at Rialto Beach, take a memorable drive along Hurricane Ridge, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Ruby Beach.

For other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Olympic National Park online attractions planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Astoria to Olympic National Park. In April in Olympic National Park, expect temperatures between 55°F during the day and 41°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can travel to Oak Harbor.
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Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island — 3 nights

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Washington Park and Penn Cove Brewing Company. Change things up with these side-trips from Oak Harbor: Earth Sanctuary (in Langley) and Port Townsend (Fort Worden State Park & Puget Sound Express).

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Oak Harbor online attractions planner.

Drive from Olympic National Park to Oak Harbor in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can travel. In May, daytime highs in Oak Harbor are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 49°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Mount Vernon.
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Mount Vernon — 4 nights

Explore hidden gems such as Roozengaarde Display Garden and Tulip Town. Explore Mount Vernon's surroundings by going to Skagit Valley Casino (in Bow), Cama Beach State Park (in Camano Island) and North Cascades National Park (Gorge Creek Falls & N Cascades Hwy).

To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Mount Vernon trip builder app.

Traveling by car from Oak Harbor to Mount Vernon takes an hour. In May, daytime highs in Mount Vernon are 64°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Friday Harbor.
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Friday Harbor, San Juan Island — 5 nights

Step off the beaten path and head to Zip San Juan and Orcas Island Pottery. Venture out of the city with trips to Moran State Park (in Olga), Shark Reef Sanctuary (in Lopez Island) and Eastsound (Orcas Island Golf Course, Crow Valley Pottery, &more). The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to English Camp, experience rural life at Pelindaba Lavender Farm, witness the site of a historic battle at American Camp, and go for a stroll along the water at Deer Harbor Marina.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, use the Friday Harbor trip itinerary maker site.

Drive from Mount Vernon to Friday Harbor in 2.5 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 65°F, and evening lows to 45°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to travel to Seattle.
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Seattle — 8 nights

Emerald City

Venture out of the city with trips to Tacoma (Chihuly Bridge of Glass, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, &more), Bloedel Reserve (in Bainbridge Island) and Bellingham (Whatcom Falls Park & Fairhaven Historic District). There's lots more to do: stroll around Washington Park Arboretum, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, ponder the design of Seattle Center, and enjoy breathtaking views from Sky View Observatory.

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You can fly from Friday Harbor to Seattle in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and shuttle; or ride a ferry. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Seattle when traveling from Friday Harbor in May, with lows around 52°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Bend.
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Bend — 6 nights

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Fishing Charters & Tours and Lava River Cave. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bend: Peter Skene Ogden State Park (in Terrebonne), Smith Rock State Park (in Redmond) and Cada Dia Cheese Dairy Farm (in Prineville). Spend the 28th (Sun) exploring nature at John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. The adventure continues: see Off-Road Tours, admire the sheer force of Tumalo Falls, don't miss a visit to The Last Blockbuster, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Atlas Cider Co.

To see reviews, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Bend online driving holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Seattle to Bend takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Seattle in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Bend, with lows of 40°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.
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