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ITINERARY
15h 41m809 miles23 stops
1
Saint James Cathedral
2
Gas Works Park
From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.
3
Manchester State Park
4
Seattle Paragliding
5
Sellwood
Neighborhood with a pleasant, small shopping area with dozens of antique shops.
6
South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal
The Tram is a popular destination for tourists, locals and people just looking to try something fun. The lower tram terminal is at the intersection of South Moody Avenue & Gibbs Street --the most transportation-diverse intersection in the country. Besides one of the nation's only aerial commuter trams, you'll see cars, buses, a streetcar, a soaring pedestrian bridge, a cycle track and the densest bike parking in America's #1 biking city. Bike valet is offered free to the public at Portland Aerial Tram Monday through Friday. Exiting the upper terminal you'll see the largest enclosed sky bridge in North America. Take a right to access an outdoor patio with seating and views of the terminal, the cityscape, the Willamette River and, on a clear day, Mount Hood and Mount St Helens. The upper terminal links to the 4T Trail--a self-guided tour by train, trail, tram and trolley. Much of Marquam Hill is a natural area with several trails.
7
Skydive Oregon Inc
Professional skydiving instruction in Molalla Oregon since 1988. Offering Tandem Freefall Skydives from 14,500 or 18,000 feet as well as continuing training at the only private airport dedicated to skydiving in the NW. Large, modern aircraft so you and your friends can jump together. Group rates and dedicated picnic spectator area for family and friends to enjoy. Your experience benefits from our experience. It's time to take the Leap with the Professionals in Molalla.
8
Willamette River
Runs through the city of Eugene, Oregon.
9
Museum of Natural and Cultural History
The museum has exhibits, events, and educational programs. There’s always something to experience, discover, and enjoy at the museum. It's great for both kids and adults. We have two permanent exhibits featuring the history and cultures of the state: Oregon, Where Past is Present, and Explore Oregon. Completely ADA accessible and has all the amenities you might expect in a museum (bathrooms, museum store, activities for kids and adults).
10
Ashland Library
11
Sycamore Pool
12
Crazy Horse Saloon
13
Horseshoe Lake
14
Park Ave Pub, Chico CA
15
Old Sacramento Schoolhouse Museum
16
Howarth Park
17
Nut Tree Family Park
18
Beat the Room
Puzzles, mysteries, codes, secrets....armed with only your wits and reasoning, can you and your team beat the room in time? Beat the Room is Rocklin's premier real-life escape room venue. Bring your friends, family and co-workers for and exciting and fun way to test your mental dexterity. Reservations are required, check our website for booking information.
19
Al Patch Park
20
Angel Island State Park
The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.
21
St. Patrick Catholic Church
22
Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround
23
Levi's Stadium
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OVERVIEW
Seattle to San Francisco
1
Start:Saint James Cathedral
Seattle, Washington·
4.5
(99) review
804 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1296
2
Start:Gas Works Park
Seattle, Washington·
4.5
(995) review
From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.
3
Start:Manchester State Park
Port Orchard, Washington·
4.5
(98) review
7767 E Hilldale Rd, Port Orchard, WA 98366-8060
4
Start:Seattle Paragliding
Issaquah, Washington·
5.0
(98) review
11206 Issaquah Hobart Rd SE, Issaquah, WA 98027-5459
5
Start:Sellwood
Portland, Oregon·
4.5
(98) review
Neighborhood with a pleasant, small shopping area with dozens of antique shops.
6
Start:South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal
Portland, Oregon·
4.0
(993) review
The Tram is a popular destination for tourists, locals and people just looking to try something fun. The lower tram terminal is at the intersection of South Moody Avenue & Gibbs Street --the most transportation-diverse intersection in the country. Besides one of the nation's only aerial commuter trams, you'll see cars, buses, a streetcar, a soaring pedestrian bridge, a cycle track and the densest bike parking in America's #1 biking city. Bike valet is offered free to the public at Portland Aerial Tram Monday through Friday. Exiting the upper terminal you'll see the largest enclosed sky bridge in North America. Take a right to access an outdoor patio with seating and views of the terminal, the cityscape, the Willamette River and, on a clear day, Mount Hood and Mount St Helens. The upper terminal links to the 4T Trail--a self-guided tour by train, trail, tram and trolley. Much of Marquam Hill is a natural area with several trails.
7
Start:Skydive Oregon Inc
Molalla, Clackamas County, Oregon·
5.0
(92) review
Professional skydiving instruction in Molalla Oregon since 1988. Offering Tandem Freefall Skydives from 14,500 or 18,000 feet as well as continuing training at the only private airport dedicated to skydiving in the NW. Large, modern aircraft so you and your friends can jump together. Group rates and dedicated picnic spectator area for family and friends to enjoy. Your experience benefits from our experience. It's time to take the Leap with the Professionals in Molalla.
8
Start:Willamette River
Eugene, Oregon·
4.5
(95) review
Runs through the city of Eugene, Oregon.
9
Start:Museum of Natural and Cultural History
Eugene, Oregon·
4.5
(95) review
The museum has exhibits, events, and educational programs. There’s always something to experience, discover, and enjoy at the museum. It's great for both kids and adults. We have two permanent exhibits featuring the history and cultures of the state: Oregon, Where Past is Present, and Explore Oregon. Completely ADA accessible and has all the amenities you might expect in a museum (bathrooms, museum store, activities for kids and adults).
10
Start:Ashland Library
Ashland, Oregon·
4.5
(98) review
410 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR 97520-2136
11
Start:Sycamore Pool
Chico, California·
4.5
(7) review
Vallombrosa Way One Mile Park, Chico, CA 95928
12
Start:Crazy Horse Saloon
Chico, California·
3.0
(7) review
303 Main St, Chico, CA 95928-5437
13
Start:Horseshoe Lake
Chico, California·
3.5
(8) review
Bidwell Park, Chico, CA
14
Start:Park Ave Pub, Chico CA
Chico, California·
4.0
(7) review
2010 Park Ave, Chico, CA 95928-6701
15
Start:Old Sacramento Schoolhouse Museum
Sacramento, California·
4.0
(98) review
1200 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814-3247
16
Start:Howarth Park
Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California·
4.5
(96) review
630 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405-5456
17
Start:Nut Tree Family Park
Vacaville, California·
3.0
(93) review
1681 E Monte Vista Ave, Vacaville, CA 95688-3106
18
Start:Beat the Room
Vacaville, California·
5.0
(9) review
Puzzles, mysteries, codes, secrets....armed with only your wits and reasoning, can you and your team beat the room in time? Beat the Room is Rocklin's premier real-life escape room venue. Bring your friends, family and co-workers for and exciting and fun way to test your mental dexterity. Reservations are required, check our website for booking information.
19
Start:Al Patch Park
Vacaville, California·
4.5
(9) review
Corner of California Dr. and Peabody Rd., Vacaville, CA 95696
20
Start:Angel Island State Park
San Francisco, California·
4.5
(990) review
The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.
21
Start:St. Patrick Catholic Church
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(98) review
756 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103-3113
22
Start:Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(992) review
Powell and Market Streets, San Francisco, CA 94102
23
Start:Levi's Stadium
Santa Clara, California·
4.0
(985) review
4900 Marie P Debartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA 95054-1100
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