Inspired by Chris Coleman’s adaptation of Astoria, Portland Center Stage at The

Armory has developed this itinerary to inspire audiences to interact with Oregon in a unique way – by using a story produced for the stage as a lens to explore Oregon’s rich cultural history and land. We encourage you to watch history unfold on stage, then explore the historical sites in person.

This itinerary allows you to travel to Astoria by bike. We suggest that you overnight in Vernonia en route to Astoria, and spend at least three nights in Astoria before heading back.

Take the MAX to the Hatfi eldGovernment Center MAX Station in Hillsboro. From there, take the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway to the city of Banks, Oregon. www.rideoregonride.com/road-routes/tualatin-valley-scenic-bikeway

Stop for lunch at Our Café (13310 N.W.Main Street, Banks, OR) for some home-style food before hitting the road again. www.ourcafebanks.com

From Banks, take the world-class BanksVernonia State Trail to Vernonia. Once in Veronia, stop at the bike-friendly Blue House Café (919 Bridge St., Vernonia, OR) for some Mediterranean style cuisine. www.facebook.com/Blue-House-Cafe-150952014933550

Stay at the Coastal Mountain Sport Haus (66845 Nehalem Hwy North, Vernonia, OR). The inn’s four large guest rooms have a wonderful view of the surrounding forest and meadow, allowing you to soak up the natural beauty of the area.www.coastalmountainsporthaus.com

The next morning, bike along Highway 202 toward Astoria, a route with low traffi c and great scenery.

Stay at Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa (10 Basin St, Astoria, OR) and experience the majesty of the mighty Columbia River from the comfort of your hotel room. The Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa is a luxury boutique hotel offering unparalleled views of the Columbia River and Cape Disappointment.www.cannerypierhotel.com

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This project was made possible in part by a grant from Travel Oregon.

Begin your Astoria adventure with a ride to Fort Clatsop (92345 Fort Clatsop Rd, Astoria, OR) a replica of the seven-room fort built by members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition after reaching the Pacifi c. Since Fort Astoria is no longer standing, Fort Clatsop will give visitors great insight into what it would have been like to live in Fort Astoria, built just fi ve years after the Lewis and Clark Expedition concluded.www.nps.gov/lewi

From the parking lot of Fort Clatsop,take the Fort to Sea Trail to Fort Stevens Park (1675 Peter Iredale Rd, Hammond, OR) which contains a smorgasbord of historical sites, including a Native American Longhouse. It is located on the approximate site of a Clatsop Village known as Neahkeluk, the largest Native American village in the area during its time. The Park is home to one of the oldest shipwrecks on the West Coast still accessible to visitors, the Peter Iredale shipwreck, which has been stuck in the sands of the park since the early 1900s. www.oregonstateparks.org

On the way back to the hotel, stop for a quick photo opportunity at the Welcome to Astoria sign (W. Marine Drive; nearest cross streets: Taylor Ave & Hamburg Ave, Astoria, OR) on the west side of town. Next to the sign is the Astoria Sesquicentennial plaque that honors John Jacob Astor and the founding of Astoria. There is also a cedar wood carving of “Whispering Giant” Ikala Nawan by Peter Wolf Toth that honors the Clatsop, Chinook and other Northwest coastal indigenous people.

Stay a second night at Cannery Pier Hotel (10 Basin St, Astoria, OR).

Discover the stories of the legendaryColumbia River Bar, one of the most dangerous passages in the world, at the nationally renowned Columbia River Maritime Museum (1792 Marine Drive, Astoria, OR). Located on Astoria’s historic waterfront, the museum features one of the most extensive maritime collections on the west coast, including a model replica of the Tonquin that was commanded by Captain Jonathan Thorn during the Astor Expedition. You’ll also enjoy historic navigation maps and many more interactive exhibits and displays. Pro Tip: Give your legs a rest today and use the Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa complimentary chauffeur service. www.crmm.org

Visit the memorial and partial replica of Fort Astoria (Exchange St & 15th St, Astoria, OR) on the backside of Fort George Brewery. Fort Astoria was established in 1811 by employees of the Astor Expedition.

Dine at Fort George Brewery (1483 DuaneSt, Astoria, OR) located on the site of Fort Astoria. They offer delicious food to complement a great selection of locally brewed beers. We recommend trying the 1811 Lager, the Offi cial Bicentennial Beer of Astoria, and Spruce Budd Ale, an occasionally offered beer that is brewed with tips of a spruce tree. Fun fact: Spruce beer dates back to 1748 when it was developed by French Canadians. It would have likely been enjoyed by many voyageurs making their way to the Pacifi c Northwest. www.fortgeorgebrewery.com

Climb the spiral staircase to the top of The Astoria Column (1 Coxcomb Dr, Astoria, OR) and take in the beautiful panoramic view of the Columbia River Bar. Standing a majestic 125 feet high, the column features 14 murals that depict the history of Astoria, including the Lewis and Clark Expedition and the arrival of the Astor Expedition aboard the Tonquin. Also located on Coxcomb Hill is a cement replica of Chief Comcomly’s burial canoe, a well-respected leader of the Native American Chinookan people who assisted the Astor Expedition on several occasions. www.astoriacolumn.org

Stay a third night at Cannery Pier Hotel (10 Basin St, Astoria, OR) before heading back to Portland in the morning.

The route from Hillsboro to Astoria is 96.7 miles with an elevation gain of 2,218 feet. Please contact The Bike Concierge for a detailed and safe bike route from Portland to Astoria.

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Itinerary developed in partnership with The Bike Concierge. Offering everything from bike rentals to personal guides and shuttle support, The Bike Concierge exists to remove the obstacles to bicycle exploration and bike tourism in Oregon.