Spokane to Oregon Coast Road Trip – 6 Days

Day 1: Spokane → Troutdale

Morning: Depart Spokane early and take a brief walk through Riverfront Park to admire the striking Spokane Falls and the Looff Carousel before loading the car.

Afternoon: Drive south on I‑90 and I‑84, arriving in Troutdale where the Historic Downtown offers boutique shops and cafés, and the Columbia River Viewpoint provides sweeping river scenery.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at a riverfront eatery featuring Pacific Northwest fare, then unwind in a cozy B&B for a restful night before heading west.

Day 2: Troutdale → Hood River

Morning: Continue along the Columbia River Gorge, stopping at a scenic overlook of Rowena Crest for panoramic photos of the river valley.

Afternoon: Reach Hood River and stroll along the lively Hood River Waterfront, then explore the famed Fruit Loop wineries and orchards, sampling local pinot noir and apples.

Evening: Sample craft brews at a downtown brewery, then settle into a boutique hotel with river views for a relaxing night.

Day 3: Hood River → Cannon Beach

Morning: Depart Hood River and drive past the majestic Mount Hood vista before turning onto US‑26 toward the coast.

Afternoon: Arrive at Cannon Beach, wander the sandy shoreline, and marvel at the iconic Haystack Rock rising from the surf.

Evening: Dine at a beachfront restaurant, then stroll the town’s art galleries before retiring to a seaside inn.

Day 4: Cannon Beach → Newport

Morning: Take a leisurely drive down the Pacific Coast Highway, stopping at Seaside Boardwalk for a quick walk and coffee.

Afternoon: Visit the world‑renowned Tillamook Cheese Factory for a tour and tasting, then continue to Newport and explore the historic Newport Bayfront with its fishing boats and sea‑lion docks.

Evening: Enjoy fresh seafood at a harbor restaurant and stay at a comfortable waterfront hotel.

Day 5: Newport → Florence

Morning: Head south to the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, wandering the tide pools and climbing the historic lighthouse.

Afternoon: Arrive in Florence, wander the charming Old Town district with its historic wooden boardwalk, then drive to the expansive Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area for dune buggy fun.

Evening: Savor dinner at a riverside eatery, then unwind in a rustic lodge nestled near the dunes.

Day 6: Florence → Spokane (return)

Morning: Depart early and detour inland to Smith Rock State Park for a short hike and spectacular red‑rock scenery.

Afternoon: Continue north on I‑84, stopping for lunch in Bend before cruising through the high desert toward the Columbia River crossing.

Evening: Arrive back in Spokane late evening, concluding the adventure with memories of coast, mountains, and river valleys.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Riverfront Park – 1 hour – $0
• Spokane Falls – 30 minutes – $0
• Historic Downtown Troutdale – 1.5 hours – $0
• Columbia River Viewpoint – 30 minutes – $0
• Dinner in Troutdale – 1.5 hours – $60
• Rowena Crest Overlook – 30 minutes – $0
• Hood River Waterfront – 1 hour – $0
• Fruit Loop Wine Tasting – 2 hours – $20
• Hood River Brewery – 1.5 hours – $30
• Mount Hood Viewpoint – 30 minutes – $0
• Cannon Beach – 2 hours – $0
• Haystack Rock – 1 hour – $0
• Seaside Boardwalk – 1 hour – $0
• Tillamook Cheese Factory Tour – 1 hour – $10
• Newport Bayfront – 2 hours – $0
• Yaquina Head Lighthouse – 2 hours – $0
• Florence Old Town – 1.5 hours – $0
• Oregon Dunes (dune buggy rental) – 2 hours – $40
• Smith Rock State Park – 2 hours – $10
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner for 2) – 6 days – $360
• Gas (≈1,200 miles @ $3.80/gal, 30 mpg) – – $152
• Total Estimated Cost – – $682

Tips

To extend the trip, add a day exploring Astoria’s historic waterfront or venture inland to Crater Lake National Park for breathtaking alpine scenery. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the Fruit Loop wine tour and the Oregon Dunes buggy experience, focusing instead on the coastal towns and scenic viewpoints for a more relaxed pace.