Along the Oregon coast, the route often follows US 101, a two-lane highway popular with tourists.
During the summer months, holidays and weekends, this highway has moderate to heavy traffic.
It is also a forest region, so watch out for logging trucks
Numerous improvements for bicycle traffic have been made along US 101
In places, the shoulders have been widened and striped.
The tunnels are well lit and the Arch Cape tunnel has a flashing light you can activate to warn motorists that you are in the tunnel.
Also watch for special hiker/biker sites in national park campgrounds
Where the route leaves US 101, the roads are generally rougher and without shoulders, but traffic tends to be light.
There are some steep climbs on the coastal headlands, particularly between Cannon Beach and Manzanita
Traffic is heavier near and within Lincoln City, and thins out again on the gentle slopes around Newport and Waldport.
Many coastal towns welcome tourists and you will discover views along the coast