Quick Details
Discover the Oregon Coast at its very best. This is the only day tour from Portland that goes all the way to the Whale Watching Capital of Oregon Depoe Bay in addition to the must see Cannon Beach, Haystack Rock, Ecola State Park, Oswald West, Neahkahnie Viewpoint, and Tillamook Creamery.
Person
All ages
$ 199
Overview
- Duration: 10.5 Hours
- Meeting point: Your hotel Downtown or Director Park, Downtown Portland (815 SW Yamhill St, Portland, OR)
- Cancellations: Trip Protection by default for flexible cancellation up to 5 hours before the tour
- Age: All
- Group size: 14 (larger private group tours available)
- Accessibility: Not accessible
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Discover the Oregon Coast at its very best. This is the only day tour from Portland that goes all the way to the Whale Watching Capital of Oregon Depoe Bay in addition to the must see Cannon Beach, Haystack Rock, Ecola State Park, Oswald West, Neahkahnie Viewpoint, and Tillamook Creamery.
What’s included:
- Comfortable transportation from downtown Portland
- Stops at Cannon Beach, Haystack Rock, Oswald West State Park, Neahkahnie Overlook, Tillamook
- Creamery, and Depoe Bay Whale Watching Center
- Lunch stop and self-guided tour at Tillamook Creamery
- Whale Watching Center at Depoe Bay
- Cold drinks in the summer, warm drinks in the winter
- Knowledgeable, entertaining local guide
- Small groups (typically 6–14 in summer, 4–8 in winter)
What’s not included:
- Meals, snacks, personal shopping, beer, wine
Itinerary
1. Pickup at Director Park, Downtown Portland (7:00 AM Departure)
2. Drive to Ecola State Park & Cannon Beach (90 mins)
3. Coffee/snack stop in Cannon Beach (15 mins)
4. Walk Cannon Beach to Haystack Rock (60 mins)
5. Explore Oswald West State Park & Neahkahnie Overlook (60 mins)
6. Drive to Tillamook Creamery (45 mins)
7. Lunch + self-guided tour at Tillamook Creamery (60 mins)
8. Drive to Depoe Bay (90 mins)
9. OPRD Whale Watching Center & harbor walk (60 mins)
10. Return to Portland (2.5 hours)
11. Drop off at Director Park around 5:30 PMHighlights
- The only Oregon Coast day tour that includes Depoe Bay whale watching
- Iconic Cannon Beach & Haystack Rock
- Sweeping vistas from Ecola State Park and Neahkahnie Overlook
- Old-growth rainforest walk to Short Sand Beach in Oswald West State Park
- Lunch and ice cream at the world-famous Tillamook Creamery
- Wildlife: gray whales, sea lions, puffins, bald eagles, Roosevelt elk
- Expert local guide, small group, and comfortable transportation
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Check-in details
Meet at Director Park, downtown Portland (815 SW Yamhill St). Please be there 15 minutes before your scheduled departure. Just tell your guide your name no ticket required. Out of respect for other guests on the tour we canont wait for late arrivals.
What to bring
Comfortable shoes for walking on sand and forest pathsJacket or layers for coastal weather (cooler than Portland)Camera and binoculars for wildlife spottingSnacks or water (lunch is at Tillamook Creamery)Restrictions
All ages welcome. Trails at Oswald West are optional and can be skipped for mobility needs and the sand can be tough to walk on.
Disclaimers
Itinerary may vary based on weather, tides, or park closures. Wildlife sightings are common but never guaranteed.
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Check-in details
Hotel Pickup in Downtown Portland is 45 minutes before the tour start time. If you’re meeting us at Migration Brewing Gresham please arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time.
What to bring
The weather changes quickly here so check it in the morning and dress appropriately.
The waterfalls have a cooling affect so be prepared for that in both Summer and Winter.
Waterproof clothing if you have it is always recommended in the Winter. We do have some ponchos and umbrellas available and we keep the van nice and warm so everyone is comfortable.
You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages.
Restrictions
This tour is suitable for everyone even people with limited mobility.
Disclaimers
We operate on the Historic Columbia River Highway, being a 110 year old road in the Mountains there are sometimes closures for repairs that we’ll navigate around.
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How much time do we spend driving?
About 5 hours total, broken into scenic segments.How much walking is required?
Up to 2 miles total across several stops. Longest is ½ mile to Short Sand Beach.Is the tour accessible?
NoCan you pick up at my hotel?
Yes, downtown hotels are within walking distance of Director Park. Direct pickup can be selected at checkout as well and will occur about 20 mins before the tour start time. -
1. Pickup at Director Park, Downtown Portland (7:00 AM Departure)
2. Drive to Ecola State Park & Cannon Beach (90 mins)
3. Coffee/snack stop in Cannon Beach (15 mins)
4. Walk Cannon Beach to Haystack Rock (60 mins)
5. Explore Oswald West State Park & Neahkahnie Overlook (60 mins)
6. Drive to Tillamook Creamery (45 mins)
7. Lunch + self-guided tour at Tillamook Creamery (60 mins)
8. Drive to Depoe Bay (90 mins)
9. OPRD Whale Watching Center & harbor walk (60 mins)
10. Return to Portland (2.5 hours)
11. Drop off at Director Park around 5:30 PM
highlights: – The only Oregon Coast day tour that includes Depoe Bay whale watching -
Trip Protection by default for flexible cancellation up to 5 hours before the tour.