DETOUR: DESTINATION OCEANSIDE

So close, yet so far away. That's what residents of Netarts will be saying if Oceanside is their intended destination. According to ODOT Highway 131 between Netarts and Oceanside will be closing toward the end of this week (July 1) for some much needed repair work. Once closed, a one-way trip between the tiny towns will increase from just two miles to nearly 15! We've certainly taken this scenic stretch of roadway for granted. Our fingers are crossed for speedy repair.

ODOT hopes to have the slide situation solved and the road back in working order by Fall, though I've heard the precise solution is still unknown. Already there is talk of creative travel while the road is closed: Driving on the beach from Happy Camp to Oceanside (might get you into some trouble), walking of course, biking and maybe a four wheeler trek through the woods. No doubt Netartians and weekenders will feel compelled to travel the shortest distance while the road is out of service. It will be fun and interesting to see what people come up with. We still love you Oceanside will surely make the best of this unfortunate situation!