Oregon has no shortage of incredible sites with untold ATV off-roading potential. The state’s great sites include forests, mountains, and even beaches. For this Oregon off-roading adventure, start your engine and get ready to explore the dunes at Sand Lake Recreation Area.
Before heading out to the Sand Lake Recreation Area, stop in nearby Tillamook, Oregon, for breakfast at Alice’s Country House. This humble eatery serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For a long day on the dunes, we recommend steak and eggs.
After breakfast, take the 15-minute detour before heading to the recreation area to enjoy Cape Lookout State Park. The spot is one of Oregon’s most gorgeous, with fantastic views of the water and plenty of nature trails to warrant a trip.
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The Sand Lake Recreation Area Dunes offer trails with varying difficulties from beginner levels all the way to experts. The area is open year-round to all vehicle classes, although not every trail is open to every vehicle class, so be sure to check their website before heading out!
After you get your off-roading fill, head back into Tillamook and experience the awesome Air Museum. The exhibit hall features World War II artifacts, plane engines, and various aircrafts. Any war buff or plane nut will have a grand time at the Tillamook Air Museum.
The beautiful Oceanside, Oregon, is only 20 minutes away from the museum, making for a scenic place to spend the night. We recommend booking a room at the relaxing Thyme & Tide Bed and Breakfast, “nestled between Cape Lookout and Cape Meares,” according to their website. The beachside house has great views and free breakfast in the morning.
