Coastal Washington is where the land ends and the Pacific Ocean begins. Riders following these roads encounter rugged beaches, sea stacks, fishing towns, lighthouses, and endless ocean horizons. The rhythm of the coast is slower and more deliberate, shaped by storms, tides, and maritime history. From windswept headlands to quiet harbors, this kingdom offers a riding experience unlike any other in Washington—one defined by salt air, open water, and the feeling of standing at the edge of the world.
Starting in Ocean Shores and following legendary Highway 101 south to Seaside, Oregon, the Out to the Ocean Run is a journey through some of the most iconic landscapes and stories of the Pacific Northwest. Along the way riders pass working fishing ports, windswept beaches, historic lighthouses, and the rugged coastline that drew explorers west for centuries. Near the mouth of the Columbia River, traces of the Lewis and Clark Expedition remain visible in the places where the Corps of Discovery finally reached the Pacific Ocean after their epic journey across the continent. The route also passes landmarks tied to popular culture, including Astoria's famous Goonies House and nearby Haystack Rock, one of the most recognizable coastal landmarks in the Northwest. Just north of Cape Disappointment, the rusting remains of the Peter Iredale still rest on the beach more than a century after the ship ran aground in 1906. Stretching roughly 145 miles from Ocean Shores to Seaside, this ride combines ocean views, coastal history, maritime heritage, and unforgettable scenery into one of the finest motorcycle journeys on the Pacific Coast.