The Oregon Coast is gorgeous. I hiked Cape Falcon to Short Sand Beach and back. 1/3 of the way back, I learned from a fellow hiker that I could have just hiked one direction and hopped on the shuttle that runs along highway 101 for the other direction. I would have gladly paid the $3 fare, but then again, there's something satisfying about getting so utterly wiped out. Boots and clothing covered in mud, and a little rain along the way. It sure was beautiful! When I return, I will start earlier on the trail, and take the shuttle. With side trails and all, it was 14.5 miles as an out and back.
Big old trees at the start:
