Thru-hiking the Oregon Coast Trail

What a dream, to explore the Oregon Coast from my birthplace of Astoria on the northern Oregon Coast, to the border of California in the form of an ultralight thruhike on the OCT. It was not your typical hike for many reasons and it kept me on my toes the entire time.

Not a continuous "trail" like the other big hikes. But a series of roads, beach walking, and navigation that will test your stealthiness, people skills, and and how much you really do hate road walking. The resupply for food however was the easiest and maybe my favorite part.

The cool morning air (every day!) was such a treat away from those scorching inland temps. More wildlife than I imagined and so many amazing birds!

Even more stunning than I have ever known or remembered.

Sand. In. Everything.