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I-5 Road Trips

I-5 doesn’t have to be a long, boring drive… You’re a little ahead of schedule and you’ve got a few extra hours, so what’s your hurry? Why not take a side trip? Get off the Interstate and discover the real America… small towns, scenic coastlines, historic communities and some of the west coast’s most enjoyable road trips.

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Washington Road Trips

Mountains to Sound Greenway

Drive east from Seattle on I-90 through pastoral valleys, lush forests and a dramatic mountain landscape. Visit historic towns and scenic spots for forest walks or challenging hikes...
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Coulee Corridor Scenic Byway

Take a ride on the Coulee Corridor Scenic Byway, an amazing 150-mile road trip revealing the story of the Ice Age floods when vast reservoirs of water flooded and receded from this valley hundreds of times.
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Must See I-5 Road Trip Stops: From San Diego to Seattle

Imagine taking a road trip where every stop tells a unique story, a journey where the whispering winds of the Pacific welcome your car as you traverse...
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Turn Your Road Trip to Mount Rainier into a Children’s Storybook Getaway

Travel Tacoma is excited to announce its latest itinerary, A Children's Storybook Getaway, designed to bring families together for a magical adventure through some of the region's most beloved storybook settings. This new itinerary is...
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Chinook Scenic Byway

I-5 doesn’t have to be a long, boring drive… You’re a little ahead of schedule and you’ve got a few extra hours, so what’s your hurry? Why not take a side trip? Get off the...
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Oregon Road Trips

The Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway

The Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway, affectionately known as the "Highway of Waterfalls," is more than just a scenic drive; it is a 172-mile sensory immersion.
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Must See I-5 Road Trip Stops: From San Diego to Seattle

Imagine taking a road trip where every stop tells a unique story, a journey where the whispering winds of the Pacific welcome your car as you traverse...
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Discovering Oregon: Five Unforgettable Single Day Road Trips from I-5

Traveling along the I-5 corridor in Oregon offers an enticing gateway to a wealth of experiences that extend well beyond the highway. Known for its lush landscapes...
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Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway cuts a path through the mountains, lakes, and forests of central Oregon. Volcanism and glaciation formed more than 150 lakes...
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Road Trip Planner: 10 Cool Stops Along Oregon’s I-5

Interstate 5 is often called America’s West Coast Main Street, roughly running parallel to the Pacific Ocean from Mexico to Canada. Oregon's portion of I-5 traverses...
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California Road Trips

Pacific Coast Highway

If I-5 is a metronome, the Pacific Coast Highway is a symphony. It is a route where the air shifts from the scent of dry earth to the briny perfume of kelp and cold salt spray...
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Arroyo Seco Historic Parkway

The Arroyo Seco Parkway connects Los Angeles and Pasadena through the historic Arts and Crafts landscape of the Arroyo Seco. Conceived in the parkway tradition...
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Must See I-5 Road Trip Stops: From San Diego to Seattle

Imagine taking a road trip where every stop tells a unique story, a journey where the whispering winds of the Pacific welcome your car as you traverse...
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Three Epic Road Trips Through Monterey County, California

With California set to fully reopen by mid-June and the majority of Americans ready to hit the road and explore, Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Monterey County CVB) has compiled a list of must-discover...
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Road Trip: The Best of California’s Highway 1

Find nearly 2,000 acres of vineyards in Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande wine regions located on the CA Highway 1 Discovery Route, along with old historic California townsites, outdoor adventure, and well, great wine! Edna...
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