Astoria
the Goonies town where the Columbia meets the Pacific
Astoria is one of the places Roamward flags on the Oregon Coast Highway because it gives the drive its texture: the Goonies town where the Columbia meets the Pacific. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Oregon Coast (101) runs Astoria → Brookings, OR. Sea stacks, lighthouses, and old-growth coast.
Nearby route stops
- Cannon Beach — Haystack Rock rising 235 feet off the sand (Oregon Coast (101))
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Oregon Coast (101) stops like this.
Roamward turns spots like this into a real road trip on your phone — the scenic drive, the stops, and the detours, planned around the vibe you’re after. Get early access: