Itinerary

Day 1: Pedal along the Smith River through the coast range to meet the Pacific Ocean in Reedsport

Meet in Portland early and shuttle (~2.5hrs) south to a town called Crow. Ride a little-trafficked, winding, remote, paved, forest road over the Central Oregon Coast Range. Cruise down the Smith River to meet the Oregon coast at Reedsport. Now a hub for the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, Reedsport began as a camp for the workers who built the Southern Pacific Railroad. Chainsaw carvings and painted totem poles adorn the town. Spend tonight near the ocean at the Salbasgeon Inn.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner Lodging: Salbasgeon Inn
Distance: 72 miles Elevation: +3422 ft / -3963 ft

Day 2: Ride the coast from Reedsport to Bandon along Seven Devils Road.

Head south along the oceanfront with a prevailing tailwind providing a gentle boost. Soak up views of the sparkling Pacific Ocean and the Oregon Coast’s famous rock formations, or ‘sea stacks.’ Bicycle through forests and along pristine beaches with sand dunes and lighthouses. At our lunch stop at Cape Arago, marvel at the northernmost breeding grounds for elephant seals and watch for whales offshore. We offer two routes today – a longer day with more out and back options and a shorter, more direct route. In the afternoon, the rolling hills of the aptly-named Seven Devils Road drop out onto the coast again at the Sunset Oceanfront Lodge in Bandon, a charmingly vibrant fishing and resort town.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Sunset Oceanfront Lodge
Distance: 78 miles (short) or 92 mi (long). Elevation +4002 ft / -3935 ft(short) +4737 ft / -4671 ft

Day 3: Ride the sunniest section of the Wild Rivers Coast scenic byway from Bandon to Gold Beach.

We skip a less-scenic, inland portion of Hwy 101 this morning, shuttling south to spectacular Cape Blanco – the western-most point in Oregon – to begin riding on the “Wild Rivers Coast Scenic Bikeway”. The Bikeway takes you inland at first, following the Elk River on a quiet road dotted with swimming holes. Take your pick! And yes, watch for elk – they may be the only traffic you come across. The afternoon is filled with more glorious wild coastline. Sandy beaches beckon from below rocky cliffs. Waves pound against rocky sea stacks. Not much else happens here. Our finish line is Gold Beach, a sport-fishing town in the heart of Oregon’s “Banana Belt.” Boasting more sun than any other town on the Oregon or Washington coasts, Gold Beach is so far from any major metropolitan area that its gorgeous beaches remain wonderfully uncrowded. Dinner is on your own tonight, so you’ll have time to explore. Stay at Jots Resort.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch. Lodging: Jots Resort
Distance: 74 miles. Elevation: +3925 ft / -4059 ft

Day 4: Continue along the coast to California. Be awed by the immense redwoods of Jedediah Smith State Park!

Savor the last miles of coastal riding today on the loneliest stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway in Oregon as we approach Crescent City, California. Once across the state line, we veer inland to have lunch under the spell of the ancient redwoods in Jedediah Smith State Park’s Stout Grove. No words here. Just silence. And awe. Maybe a sore neck if you stare upward too long. From Jedediah Smith we transfer (~2hrs) back into Oregon. Stay tonight at Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge, a rafting and fishing resort located right on the river.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge
Distance: 56 miles. Elevation: +3790 ft / -3682 ft.

Day 5: Explore the wild and scenic Rogue River by bicycle and boat. Enter Crater Lake National Park.

Enjoy a leisurely morning today. You can go for an optional ride along the river, or just relax and enjoy the placid surroundings. After lunch, take a scenic and historic raft trip (included) through the gorges, canyons and old-growth forest along the Rogue River. You can opt for an inflatable kayak if you prefer. After rafting, we shuttle (~2.5hrs) up to Crater Lake – the result of the explosion of Mt. Mazama some 8,000 years ago. From Crater Lake’s rim, gaze down 1,500 feet to the stunningly blue lake below. It is the deepest lake in the U.S. at almost 2000 ft. Spend the next two nights at the world-famous Crater Lake Lodge perched right on the rim of this mind-boggling caldera.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner. Lodging: Crater Lake Lodge.
Distance: option ride 36 miles Elevation: +2522 ft / -2524 ft.

Day 6: Ride the Rim of Crater Lake without cars – a breathtaking spin crowning bicycling magazine’s “dream rides” list.

Today, bicycle around Crater Lake’s rim. This 34-mile (or 47-mile) ride is considered by Bicycling magazine to be one of the most spectacular one-day rides in the entire country. At an elevation of 7,000 feet and with plenty of ups and downs, the rim ride is more challenging than the distance would indicate, but if you need even more you can detour down to the Pinnacles overlook and back adding another 13.5 miles and 1300 ft of elevation. We will be joining the group event Ride the Rim Oregon for the morning. Your event entry fee is included. A boating expedition to the caldera’s tiny Wizard Island is on today’s schedule as well; the boat tour is also included as part of your trip package. Not a boater? If you prefer, hike up to Mt. Scott or Garfield Butte for phenomenal views of the lake and surrounding region.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Crater Lake Lodge.
Distance: 34 or 47 miles. Elevation: +4110 ft / -4110 ft (short) +5428 ft / -5426 ft (long)

Day 7: Descend from Crater Lake to Diamond Lake, then on to Roseburg.

Pedal north out of Crater Lake to another gorgeous gem today – sparkling Diamond Lake, beloved by fishermen and wilderness enthusiasts alike. Ride a paved bicycle path around the lake, through wetland meadows laced with sparkling streams, then follow the North Umpqua River through evergreen forests and out into the farmland near Roseburg. Enjoy lunch at beautiful Clearwater Falls Park before heading on to Roseburg and tonight’s lodging at the Holiday Inn Express.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Holiday Inn Express Roseburg.
Distance: 69 miles (or more, mostly descending). Elevation: +2228 ft / -8174 ft (or more, mostly descending)

Day 8: Ride through Umpqua Valley’s diverse wine country- where three mountain ranges meet

Sample yet another flavor of the Oregon countryside as you ride up, down and through the Umpqua Valley today: Wine! Sometimes referred to as the “hundred valleys of the Umpqua,” this is where the Klamath Mountains, the Coast Range and the Cascade Mountains collide. Growing season temperatures vary dramatically from north to south in this region, creating a gradient of possibilities for winemakers to produce cool-weather Pinots, warm-weather Merlots, and many varieties in between. Enjoy a creek side picnic lunch in the shade before shuttling north to your drop-off in Eugene or Portland.
Meals; Breakfast, Lunch.
Distance: 34 miles. Elevation: +1399 ft / -1399 ft.

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Lodging

• Salbasgeon Inn
• Sunset Oceanfront Lodge
• Jots Resort.
• Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge
• Crater Lake Lodge.
• Holiday Inn Express Roseburg.
• The hotels, Inns, and B&Bs we use are always among the finest the area has to offer. Our smaller group sizes(max. 13) allow us to stay at some award-winning places that can’t handle groups of 25 or more. We work closely with the innkeepers to make sure they understand your needs and ours, whether that is having a place to store your bike, an early morning breakfast or a convenient place to park the van, they are as committed to your vacation experience as we are.

Included:

• Lodging
• All meals included except one dinner
• Road / hybrid bike
• River rafting, hiking, boat ride and Ride the Rim Oregon (event)
• Luggage transfer.

Not included:

• Night before and after the tour
• Flights to and from the tour
• Gratuities guides

Pricing / Tour dates

Tour price 2024: $ 4426.- pp single fee $ 1195.-
You can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.
Extra option rental E-bike $200.-pp
Tour dates 2024:
09 Sep – 16 Sep

Conditions

Deposit 25%
The deposit payment for a tour must be paid within two weeks after the booking is confirmed.
The remaining payment is due 90 days before the start of the tour.
For tours that are booked within 90 days before the start of the tour you will pay 100% of the tour price

Information

Meals and dining:
We know how important breakfast is to make sure your day starts off right. Most breakfasts are served at the inn where we spend the night and are either a set menu or a continental breakfast buffet. But if there is a local restaurant with a reputation for a great breakfast, we can guarantee we will find it and you will be treated to a nutritious meal to start the day.
Lunch is provided at a state park or similar scenic setting midway during the day’s ride. Guests are always surprised at the variety and quality of lunches we prepare. Besides sandwich fixings and cold drinks, we offer fresh fruits and vegetables and hot lunches such as tortellini with pesto or veggie burritos. If you prefer a certain item of food or drink, just let your tour guide know and we will be sure to prepare just the right lunch to keep your energy up for the rest of the day.
During the day water, fruit juices, soft drinks, energy bars, fruit, and snacks are available from the van. A cold beer from our cooler waits at the end of the day, and you can relive the day’s highlights at our wine and cheese party before dinner.
Dinner is eaten together at the best restaurant in the area. At most restaurants, you order what you want from the menu. Except for alcohol, everything is included, even appetizers, salad, soup, and dessert. If we have to shuttle everyone a short distance to get to that special place, we do it. We like to eat well.