Originally Posted by
B. Carfree
I wouldn't do that. IMO, the best riding in Oregon is to be found in the coast range on the way to the coast. After that, the coast ride is kind of disappointing.
One point to consider is the choice between the Lost Coast and the Avenue of the Giants/Richardson Grove routes. Unless you choose your day/time well, you may have lots of traffic issues on the latter. However, the Lost Coast does have some pretty steep climbs, limited commercial outlets and a minimum of 24 miles of unpaved road.
I rode the Lost Coast last August, there were no unpaved sections. The road was horrible in places, I will admit.
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