San Francisco to Crescent City - 10 Days Itinerary

Embark on an unforgettable 10-day adventure driving from San Francisco to Seattle, featuring the towering giants of the Redwood forests and the vibrant urban landscapes of Portland. This moderate-budget journey perfectly balances active days of hiking and scenic coastal drives with stops at top-rated local eateries and rich cultural hubs along the Pacific Northwest.

San Francisco & Muir Woods

1.1

09:00 - 12:00

Muir Woods Hike

Walk among the coastal redwoods just north of San Francisco.

Reservations required for parking.

Coastal Drive North

2.1

09:00 - 16:00

Scenic Highway 101

Drive north along the rugged Pacific coastline toward Mendocino.

Avenue of the Giants

3.1

10:00 - 14:00

Avenue of the Giants

Drive the iconic 31-mile scenic route through Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Redwood National Park

4.1

09:00 - 13:00

Redwood National Park

Explore the tallest trees on Earth in Jedediah Smith Redwoods.

Coastal Exploration

5.1

10:00 - 13:00

Battery Point Lighthouse

Visit the historic lighthouse at low tide.

Crescent City to Portland

6.1

09:00 - 16:00

Scenic Drive I-5

Drive from the California border through the Willamette Valley into Portland.

Stop in Eugene for a coffee break and lunch.

Portland Culinary Exploration

7.1

10:00 - 13:00

USD 120 for 2 people

Portland Food Tour

Explore Portland's famous food cart pods and local delicacies.

Portland to Seattle

8.1

10:00 - 13:00

Drive to Seattle

Continue north on I-5 toward Seattle.

Seattle Landmarks

9.1

10:00 - 12:00

USD 60 for 2 people

Sky View Observatory

Panoramic city views from the Columbia Center.

9.2

14:00 - 16:00

Central Library Visit

Tour the unique architectural marvel of the Seattle Central Library.

Seattle Culture & Departure

10.1

10:00 - 11:30

USD 40 for 2 people

Seattle Great Wheel

Scenic ride overlooking Puget Sound.

10.2

12:00 - 13:30

Fran's Chocolates

Taste local artisan chocolates in downtown.