On arrival into Portland International Airport, pass through security and collect your bags, before transferring to your hotel in downtown Portland.

Portland is the Pacific Northwest’s most colourful and quirky city. Known for its exceptional craft beer scene, award-winning restaurants, and unique cultural attractions. During your time in the city you can explore some of the more eclectic neighbourhoods, visit famous food trucks, and discover why locals proudly “Keep Portland Weird” before starting your Oregon motorhome journey.

The Mark Spencer Hotel, Portland, or similar

This morning transfer from your downtown hotel to the motorhome depot to collect your chosen ‘RV’. You will be shown around your vehicle before your depart on your adventure.

Today’s route is relatively short but still spectacular and sets the tone for the rest of your Oregon Motorhome holiday. Begin by heading east out of Portland alongside the Columbia River. Turn off the main highway where signposted to join the ‘Historic Columbia River Highway’ for spectacular scenic views over the river.

Continue to Crown Point Vista House for panoramic gorge views. You can then choose to stop and hike to Bridal Veil Falls, Wahkeena Falls, and the iconic Multnomah Falls, Oregon’s most photographed waterfall, that cascades 620 feet in two dramatic tiers.

The charming town of Hood River offers excellent riverside eateries and local craft breweries. Conclude your day in The Dalles, a historic frontier town with excellent museums and antique shops, perfectly positioned for exploring the eastern gorge tomorrow.

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Continue eastward along the bank of the Columbia River as the landscapes open up beyond the gorge. Just after the town of Boardman, turn away from the river and make your way to the town of Pendleton.

Pendleton, is most famous for its annual rodeo (in September). Outside of this time we recommend a visit the Pendleton Woolen Mills for a guided tour showcasing traditional blanket-making techniques.

Next stop is the town of La Grande, a charming railway town in the Grande Ronde Valley, where you can explore the Union County Museum to discover the local pioneer history and railroad heritage. La Grande is perfect for lunch and exploring local heritage sites.

Continue through the village of Enterprise, the gateway to the breathtaking mountains and canyons of Northeast Oregon, before reaching the picturesque town of Joseph. Finally, you will arrive at the stunning Wallowa Lake State Park.

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You may like to begin your day with an exhilarating ride on the Wallowa Lake Tramway to the top of Mt. Howard, with an elevation 8,256 ft (a rise of 4,000 ft). The mountain offers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valley. Return back down for a leisurely afternoon exploring the pristine Wallowa lake with kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, or pontoon boats available for rental.

You can also access the Wallowa Lake Trailhead, gateway to the Eagle Cap Wilderness Area, for scenic hiking amongst towering pines. You can conclude your day with some miniature golf or bumper boats before enjoying dinner whilst watching the sunset reflect across the tranquil lake waters, surrounded by the majestic Wallowa Mountains.

Leaving Wallowa State Park, follow the spectacular Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, a route that winds through sweeping valleys, pine forests and dramatic mountain backdrops. Pause in the characterful town of Enterprise with its thriving arts scene, before continuing towards Elgin, where the beautifully restored Elgin Opera House showcases the area’s cultural heritage.

Skirt briefly back past La Grande, before the road opens into Baker Valley. Along the way, you’ll find viewpoints and interpretive signs highlighting the history of pioneers and the region’s natural wonders. Conclude today’s route at Baker City, a charming town of Victorian architecture, craft breweries, and rich Gold Rush heritage.

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Depart Baker City and head south along the Elkhorn Scenic Byway, passing through pine-clad mountains and historic mining towns such as Sumpter, where you can see the impressive gold dredge that once scoured the riverbeds.

Continue through the rolling ranchlands around John Day, home to the fascinating Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site, preserving Chinese immigrant history from the 1800s.

Further west, explore the striking Painted Hills, part of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, with their colourful striped formations dating back millions of years. Finally, journey into the tranquil forests and meadows of the Ochoco National Forest.

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Leaving the quiet beauty of Ochoco National Forest, travel west towards Bend, Central Oregon’s lively outdoor hub. Here you can pause to explore the Deschutes River trails, browse galleries and craft shops, or enjoy a brewery lunch in the Old Mill District.

South of Bend, the scenic Cascade Lakes Highway offers striking views of volcanic peaks and shimmering alpine lakes, perfect for short walks or photo stops. Continue through high desert landscapes and pine forests towards Crater Lake National Park, where the impossibly blue waters of the volcanic caldera await, one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in America.

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Wake early if you would like to experience sunrise over Crater Lake, where the deep blue waters glow against the surrounding cliffs. Then spend the morning driving around the 33-mile Rim Drive, stopping at viewpoints such as Watchman Overlook and Cloud Cap for dramatic perspectives of the caldera and Wizard Island.

You can join a ranger-led boat tour in summer months to explore the lake up close, or hike one of the park’s scenic trails, from the short Sun Notch path, to the more challenging Garfield Peak.

In the afternoon, visit the historic Crater Lake Lodge for refreshments before enjoying sunset over one of America’s most iconic landscapes.

Depart Crater Lake and descend through the forested mountain roads towards the Umpqua Valley. Pause at Toketee Falls, a stunning two-tiered cascade framed by basalt cliffs, or take a short walk to the natural hot springs nearby.

Continue west through the small town of Roseburg, a pleasant stop for lunch, before joining the scenic Highway 42 towards the coast. As you approach Bandon, the landscape shifts from valleys to the rugged Pacific shoreline. Arrive in time to stroll Bandon’s historic Old Town and watch the sunset over the dramatic sea stacks and wide, windswept beaches that make this area so famous.

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Follow Oregon’s spectacular Highway 101 north, hugging the dramatic Pacific coastline. Just beyond Bandon, stop at Cape Arago and Shore Acres State Park, where manicured gardens perch above rugged cliffs with sweeping ocean views.

Continue through Coos Bay, Oregon’s largest coastal town, before reaching the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, a striking landscape of rolling sand dunes stretching for miles, perfect for short hikes or dune buggy rides.

Further north, pause at Heceta Head Lighthouse, one of the most photographed on the coast, before arriving in Newport. This lively harbour town blends maritime heritage with a thriving arts and dining scene.

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You can choose to spend the morning at the acclaimed Oregon Coast Aquarium, where immersive exhibits showcase sea otters, puffins, and the diverse marine life of the Pacific. Afterwards, you can stroll along Newport’s historic Bayfront, watching fishing boats unload their catch and sea lions basking on the docks.

Enjoy fresh seafood at a waterfront café before heading north to Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, where a 19th-century lighthouse stands above tide pools teeming with starfish and anemones. In the afternoon, join a whale-watching cruise or explore the shops and galleries in Nye Beach. Conclude your day with sunset over the broad sandy shoreline.

Continue north along Highway 101, one of America’s most celebrated coastal routes. Stop first at Depoe Bay, the “Whale Watching Capital of Oregon,” where grey whales can often be seen close to shore.

Further on, admire the dramatic basalt cliffs and natural sea caves of Cape Kiwanda at Pacific City before following the coastline towards Tillamook. Here, the famous Tillamook Creamery offers tastings of its award-winning cheeses and ice cream.

The road then winds past Nehalem Bay and Cannon Beach, home to the iconic Haystack Rock rising from the surf. Conclude the day in Astoria, Oregon’s oldest town, steeped in maritime and Victorian heritage.

Perhaps begin your day with a stroll along Astoria’s historic riverfront, where restored warehouses now house cafés, galleries, and quirky shops, all set against the backdrop of the mighty Columbia River.

Ride the vintage Riverfront Trolley for a charming overview of the town before visiting the Columbia River Maritime Museum, which vividly tells the story of the perilous “Graveyard of the Pacific.”

In the afternoon, climb the Astoria Column for sweeping views across the river, ocean, and coastal ranges, then venture to nearby Fort Clatsop, part of Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. End the day with fresh seafood and one of the many restaurants overlooking the harbour.

Rise early this morning to return towards Portland and return your vehicle at the depot to the south of the city.

Once you have returned the keys, you can transfer back to Portland International Airport in time for your return flight, or to continue your holiday.

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