I noticed on Google maps that the Oregon Coast Trail connected with a corner of our campground (Sunset Bay) and we arrived early enough in the afternoon to go for a run. I got a little lost in the middle both going and returning. Up and down through the forest was slow, but I managed a faster couple of kilometers on the beach. At the start of the trail I noticed some colorful mushrooms and fungi so the next morning we went back to photograph them.
The next question was where to cross the mountains without risking snow but still avoiding the interstates. We decided to cut across to Ashland and then continue to Klamath. (We'd been around Ashland before for paragliding.) We stopped for coffee at Soco Coffee in Myrtle Creek where we crossed the I-5. On a bush in the parking lot I spotted this longhorn Sawyer beetle and got a few photos.
We arrived in Ashland early enough to go for a walk in Lithua Park and the Japanese Garden. The fall colors were wonderful.
We stayed at the historic Ashland Springs Hotel and ate at their Lure restaurant. After three nights of camping we were ready for a shower and a nice meal. (and to recharge all our devices and use the wifi)
See also Shelley's post
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