Jessica Tomlinson is a native Oregonian currently living in Southern Oregon. She has been blogging since 2006. She loves nature, photography, hiking, camping, and exploring Oregon's wilds.
There's no shortage of incredible views along the wild and scenic Oregon Coast. From waterfalls, to vast swaths of wilderness, and sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, here are five Oregon Coast Hikes with views you won't forget! 1.…
Oregon has a rich history of gold mining, and the state is scattered with old mines. There are several old mines along Henline Creek in the Opal Creek Wilderness in Northwest Oregon, some of which can be seen…
Whether you're in the area for winter fun like skiing and snowboarding at Mount Bachelor, or for summer fun like golf and mountain biking, this Bend Oregon rental is adorable and full of charm. Best Bend Oregon Vacation…
Cannon Beach at Ecola State Park on the Oregon coast is a favorite spot for many Oregonians, but was recently shut down due to storm damage to the road into the area. Crews are currently evaluating the road…
Have you ever seen sand art so extravagant? Denny Dyke created magic in the sand in Bandon Oregon in the form of sand labyrinths, and you're welcome to come and explore that magic for yourself. Peace and tranquility…
This UFO shaped cloud appeared over Mt. Shasta in Northern California on the morning of February 12th, 2020. Lenticular clouds like this are a common sight above Mt. Shasta and can be seen from Southern Oregon frequently. The…
If you're looking for the perfect getaway in Depoe Bay Oregon, this is it! This Oregon coast vacation home at the Village at North Pointe has incredible views of the Pacific and is the cutest place to stay.…
Cascadia Axe Company is bringing a unique new business to Southern Oregon: a place where you can throw axes, drink craft beer, play board games and learn about artisinal blacksmithing. The new business is scheduled to open on…
Imagine a bookstore devoted just to children's and young-adult books. Now imagine you can walk through a door in the wall and be in a store devoted just to cookbooks and gardening. Through another door is another bookstore…
Hells Canyon is the kind of Oregon place that makes you pull over, step out of the car, and briefly forget what you were saying. Carved by the Snake River along the Oregon-Idaho border, it is widely recognized…
Oregon is wild, beautiful, diverse, and breathtaking, and one Oregon man is on a mission to share it's captivating beauty with the world through video. Matt Cook makes outdoor exploration videos featuring places to hike, wildlife refuges, difficult…
When people think of Oregon they tend to think of lush green forests filled with ferns, long weeks of rain in the winter, and perhaps of Oregon's abundance of stunning waterfalls. What you might not have known is…