Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail - by Bonnie Henderson (Paperback)

About the Book

Engaging, boot-tested resource for both planning and on-the-trail reference for thru-hikers and section hikers alike

Book Synopsis

• First and only comprehensive guide to the entire Oregon Coast Trail
• Experienced, passionate author is the authority on the OCT
• Perennial interest in long-distance trails

From vast beaches and lush forests to windswept bluffs and dramatic sea stacks, the stunning wild coast of Oregon is emerging as the next great long-distance hiking experience. The OCT includes 200-plus miles of publicly accessible beaches, as well as established trails through city, county, and state parks and national forest lands.

Breaking the trail into five major sections, each with an elevation profile, Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail provides detailed descriptions of 34 route legs with mileage, maps, resupply options, itineraries, hazards, camping or lodging options, and more. Introductory chapters advise on when to start, what to bring, and what to expect, while sidebars throughout share trail history, flora and fauna, and worthy side trips.

The OCT is a truly singular experience with unique challenges such as finding campsites in some areas and navigating coastal tides, weather, and river mouth crossings. This guide synthesizes everything hikers need to know to plan and enjoy a successful adventure.

Review Quotes

An excellent addition to Mountaineers Books' growing collection of guides covering long trails across the U.S. It's ideal for hikers wanting to learn more about and plan their own hike of the Oregon Coast Trail.--Lisa "Hummingbird" Pulsifer "ALDHA-West Gazette"

A meticulously researched resource.-- "1859 Oregon's Magazine"

It's obvious that [Henderson] assembled [Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail] with boots on the ground, binoculars in hand, and utmost care.--Barbara Lloyd McMichael "Coast Weekend"

If you're seriously planning thru-hiking the OCT or simply dreaming of the opportune time to make the trek, this book offers useful advice to help you successfully plan an unforgettable adventure.--Maileen Hamto "San Francisco Book Review"

The resource every prospective OCT thru-hiker needs.... The book's comprehensive style is still very adaptable for section hikers and day hikers who want to avoid the less scenic parts of the trail, roadwalking, or more challenging water crossings. If I were hiking this trail again (or talking to other prospective OCT thru-hikers about this trail), I'd consider this book as an essential planning guide. The OCT is unlike any other long distance trail, and the information contained in this guidebook is sure to set future hikers up for a more successful and more enjoyable thru-hike.-- "Outdoor Pilgrim"