Washington/Oregon info sought

For visiting Hoh Rain Forest, it isn't clear whether you are asking if
101 is bike navigable or the turnoff to Hoh. I've ridden the coast
from Vancouver to San Diego so I can attest that it is possible to get
from Port Angeles to the turnoff to Hoh on 101 (but I didn't take the
turnoff). The bible (Bicycling the Pacific Coast) warns about the 101
stretch past Lake Crescent. I didn't have any problem there but my
trip was in the fall with presumably much less traffic. I've also
ridden from SeaTac to Port Townsend (via Bainbridge Island) so I'm only
unfamiliar with the stretch between Port Townsend and Port Angeles.

If you take 101 to Hoh, I found the sidetrip to Rialto Beach (La Push)
worthwhile. I also camped at July Creek (Lake Quinalt) which was nice
because it is a walk-in campground (you can walk your bike in) and less
trafficed. No showers but a quick dip in the lake is good enough. And
camping along the Oregon coast is great with the hiker/biker sites at
relatively frequent intervals, although the quality of the sites varies
greatly.

Denis

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If you take 101 to Hoh, I found the sidetrip to Rialto Beach (La Push)
worthwhile.

La Push is incredible. Yes, do this side trip, if you can.

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126 from Florence to Eugene is a fine ride.
When you get to the Target Store, there is a nearby path that wanders
south of downtown if you wish to avoid traffic.
Very bicycle friendly town.

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I'm planning a solo trip from Seattle down to San Francisco in July of
this year, and I'm looking for some advice.

1. I'd like to see the Hoh Rain Forest; it looks like taking Hwy 101
(assuming I can find my way to it!) to Forks would be the easiest. Is
this bike-navigable? Does this sound like a good plan?

2. I want to go inland through Eugene to Oakridge, to visit relatives.
The map looks like Rt. 126 would be a good bet going east from Florence
to Eugene. Is this navigable, does this sound like a good plan?

Generally, I plan to take the 101 most of the way or some variations
from the "Cycling the Pacific Coast" book. Camping or motel, whichever
comes first at the end of the day.

Any ideas, comments, or suggestions would be appreciated! Thanks.