This groups is for the discussion and sharing of information about hiking the Oregon Coast Trail (OCT). The OCT is a trail that runs the entire length of the Oregon coast, from Astoria to Brookings-Harbor. The moderator is an Oregon Coast Trail veteran.
Well, my pack is packed and my care packages are packed and ready for mailing. My wife, daughter and grandson will be taking me to the trailhead on Saturday.
To comment further, one of the things I quickly discovered it that the combination of sand, sandals, and salt water will quickly wear my feet raw. It's a
... One last one! Earplugs :) I have trouble getting to sleep with the crashing surf. The first 20 minutes or so its soothing and sweet, but after the 2nd