Question : Looking for thoughts on Pacific NW Road Trip Itinerary?
Hi – I am in the initial planning stages for a Pacific NW road trip that I am planning on taking for my 40th B-Day in Sept. I am looking for advice/thoughts on the following itinerary:

1. Flying into Portland, OR (or another city in Oregon – open to suggestions) Most likely staying 1 day here.

2. Renting car in Portland and driving up to Seattle, WA where I would like to spend 2 days min.

3. Driving from Seattle to Montana (thru Idaho – anything worthwhile to stay a night here or to see?). Would like to stay a day or two in Montana (possibly horseback riding) Looking for suggestions here on where in Montana to stay for 2 days.

4. From Montana down to Wyoming – maybe 1 day here. Again, looking for suggestions on a city/town to stay.

5. From Wyoming down to Colorado – possibly 2-3 days here. There are a few places that I already have planned to visit here.

6. From Colorado over to Salt Lake City, UT. Maybe 2 days here before flying home.

I have 2.5 weeks to play with here so I think timewise that this is feasible. Definitely would love feedback from others that have visited these states or live there. I appreciate any help/advice! Thank you :)
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Best answer:

Answer by mcc
You might want to add a day in Portland area to enjoy the Columbia River Gorge and the waterfalls – and take in the Rose Garden. A drive over to the coast and Cannon Beach – or Seaside (I highly recommend the Gilbert House B&B in Seaside) and go up the coast to cut into the highway to go to Seattle.