United States, Oregon
Headlands, sea stacks and empty cliff curves for the whole length of the Oregon shore.
Length
590 km
In miles
366.6 mi
Driving time
14 hr 45 min
Atlas rating
9.0 / 10
The run
Astoria to Brookings, following the US 101. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Coastal fog and winter storms
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 13 March 2026
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