Oregon Coast - Washington, Oregon and the Pacific Northwest - page 585

Columbia River and the Pacific coastline are absolutely spectacular, but the trail is steep
and grueling. Bring layers and be prepared for changeable weather.
Festivals & Events
Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament SPORTS
( www.seasidebeachvolleyball.com ; 2nd weekend Aug) If you're here in mid-August, check
out the largest amateur beach-volleyball tournament in the world.
Hood to Coast Relay RACE
( www.hoodtocoast.com ; 4th weekend Aug) In August, the Hood to Coast Relay jams the
main road between Portland and Seaside and packs out the town.
Sleeping
Reserve in July and August, when two-night minimums might be required on weekends.
Seaside International Hostel HOSTEL$
( 503-738-7911; www.seasidehostel.net ; 930 N Holladay Dr; dm/d $29/69; ) For
budget lodgings you can't beat this family-friendly hostel, offering good dorms and
private rooms with bath - most opening to the parking area. There's a kitchen and TV
room, but the highlight is the grassy backyard overlooking a river. Canoe and kayak rent-
als available. Cyclists and those who get here by bus get a $2 discount off dorm rates.
Bud's RV Park & Campground CAMPGROUND$
( 503-738-6855; 4412 Hwy 101 N; tent/RV sites $26/39; ) This campground has RV and
tent sites near the highway, plus full grocery store with crab pots and razor clam digging
gear for rent. Located about 4 miles north of Seaside. For more tent camping try Astoria
(15 miles north; Click here ) or Cannon Beach (7 miles south; Click here ) .
Inn of the Four Winds INN$$$
( 800-818-9524; www.innofthefourwinds.com ; 820 N Promenade; d $159-299; ) One of
Seaside's most luxurious stays is this intimate inn with only 14 rooms. All are beautiful
and most come with gas fireplace and an outside seating area boasting ocean views.
Tempur-Pedic mattresses and flat-screen TVs are de rigueur, but best of all might be the
complimentary cookies that greet you upon arrival.