I'm flying into Seattle with my big old dog to do the trail...anyone have tips on how to get him and myself to the trailhead (other than walk an extra 2...
The best way IMHO is to take the shuttle bus from the airport to the train station in Seattle, and then take the Amtrak Cascades (or Coast Starlight) to...
It's not in our trail guide (but will be in the upcoming revision), but please don't bring dogs (or any pets) on the Oregon Coast Trail. Sure, dogs are...
The boat shuttle situation changes from year to year. The only way to now the answer *today* is give them a call. Also, keep in mind there is bus and/or taxi...
Greetings OCT Enthusiasts! I have been offered a summer ranger aide position at Ecola State Park. Being quite the hiker, I am psyched that I will be ...
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Apr 14, 2008 6:26 am
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I have never hiked the OCT and am looking for a good route to end in Lincoln City. I think I want to do about 10 to 12 days on the trail. I am thinking of...
During the summer, the winds are generally from the northwest, so I prefer to hike with the wind at my back. So, from north to south. Given that you have 12...
Uninteresting yes. I just happen to have a friend with a house there so it makes for a good free spot to stop and when I meet her there a perfect opportunity...
I kind of figured you had a very good (and practical) reason for stopping at LC. ;) The only tedious part of the trail north of LC is the area around ...
Hey folks, Me and my son will be starting a southbound hike of the OCT on or about june 2. We are veteran long distance hikers (AT (05)and PCT(07)). Not that...
Hi Troll! I met you guys last August on the PCT around Thielsen Creek in Oregon. I am working as a seasonal ranger aide at Ecola State Park, so I may be able...
Well I am leaving to start on the trail this weekend. Going to Astoria tomorrow and hike around the begining of the trail do some day stuff near the begining...
There are many camping spots north of Lincoln City. I'll pick a few off the top of my head, North to South: Sunset Beach: There is a private campground there. ...
We spend most of our summers out at Floras Lake (near the Boice Cope County Park/Campground). If any hikers need water, resupply drop, etc, drop us a line. If...
Jon- First off, thank you! for putting this together. I'm hiking the northermnost leg of the trail in a couple of weeks. I'll be with a group of friends, and...
The full name of the place in Sunset Beach is "Sunset Lake RV Park". That might get you somewhere on Google. I don't have any further contact information. ...
Fantastic, thank you very much! ________________________________ From: oregoncoasttrail@yahoogroups.com [mailto:oregoncoasttrail@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
I wanted to start backpacking at the Columbia River and work my way south. However, I called the Ft Stevens Park, and they said the do not allow parking...
When we did the northern section a couple of years ago we parked at the Seaside Visitors Center and took a bus to Fort Stevens State Park. We left our vehicle...
Hi, We're planning a one night backpack to 3-mile lake from Tahkenitch campground. I have a couple of questions. Is the water in the lake drinkable (after...
The lake water is fine after filtering/treatment. I don't know what the parking situation is. You could pay for a campsite for the night, and be set. ;) Jon...
Here's my trip report. I know it's a little long, but I wanted to share the great time we had, as well as the mistakes we made so that others can avoid them. ...
http://dhonline.com/articles/2008/07/19/news/local/1aaa02_trail.txt I've not heard of this fellow until now, surprisingly enough. Needless to say, since he...
Hi Everyone, I'm new to the group and am just getting my bearings. I'm interested in riding my mule down the Oregon Coast Trail. I've put a call in to the...