We first explored a portion of South Coast Ridge Road (SCRR) back in November of 2007. Then perhaps two years ago I found myself discussing the area with a couple of “overlanding” buddies. One of them had recently camped there and was enthusiastic about the spot where they had camped, overlooking the Pacific. I duly […]

Happy 2013! Personally, I’m hoping for an exciting year, with plenty of trips and adventures… And some budgetary stability sure wouldn’t hurt, either! I hope everyone had a great holiday season and also has a fantastic 2013 ahead. We’ve started the year with a family hike in Sierra Azul and a family bike ride on […]

Drive #4 – Mt. Hebo Dates Driven: 12/26/05 and 11/21/12 Length: 16.8 miles round trip My drive time: 50 minutes Start: N45º 13.817′ W123º 51.676′. End: Same as start. Save As) Source(s): N/A Summary: This paved backroad drive takes you from the tiny town of Hebo (elevation about 64 feet) to the top of Mt. […]

North Fork of the Siuslaw River Date Driven: 11/24/12 Length: 35.5 miles (11.7 miles of dirt) My drive time: 1 hour 25 minutes Start: N44º 11.5585′ W124º 06.801′. End: N43º 58.596′ W124º 05.046′. GPS Track: GPX or KMZ format. (right click -> Save As) Source(s): Coos Bay Wagon Road is Drive #14 in Oregon Byways. […]