Trinidad, California might be the antidote to modern life you never knew you needed – a coastal sanctuary where time seems to slow to the rhythm of waves against ancient sea stacks.

The Oregon Coast Highway—U.S. Route 101 to the mapmakers—isn’t just a road; it’s 363 miles of jaw-dropping vistas, charming coastal towns, and natural wonders that seem almost too perfect to be real.

If you’re looking to explore Oregon’s great outdoors, you’ll want to know about its scenic byways. These routes offer a mix ...