Tyler James was born in Oregon and founded That Oregon Life in 2013 after finding peace and a renewed sense of purpose in the state’s forests, mountains, and coastline. What started as a personal connection to the outdoors became a way to help others discover new places, support local businesses, and appreciate Oregon’s quirks. He writes about local history, outdoor adventures, good food, and the occasional bit of satire, or whatever catches his attention before the coffee wears off.
If you are looking for something fun to do this year, you don't want to miss this event happening on the Oregon Coast. These "Tall Ships" will be docking at three Oregon coast towns in May, and they…
Did you know in 1993 Oregon became the first state in the U.S. to include yurts as a camping option? I think it's a fair statement to say Oregon put yurts on the map. According to Nation’s Business,…
Do you believe in ghosts? The Wolk Creek Inn in Wolf Creek is in the south-western part of Oregon, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is the oldest hotel in the northwest still operating.…
The Goonies became local heroes when they risked it all to find a legendary buried treasure and save their foster home. But was the treasure merely a Hollywood invention? While stories about buried treasures are almost never true,…
Do you love roller-skating? Some of my best memories as a kid were at the roller rink, specifically at Skateworld in Springfield. In fact, if you're in the area and you want to go skating, Skateworld has recently…
Well there's something you don't see every day on the Oregon coast, and damn are they pretty. They kinda remind you off jellyfish, but very blue obviously. For several weeks now they have been washing ashore, and word…
No matter the weather, most of these hikes in Oregon are absolutely stunning. So if you're looking to get out and explore Oregon, we have you covered with these 18 incredibly majestic Oregon trails. Add em to the…
It's known as the Siskiyou Station, and the history here is incredible — this is where the last train robbery known in the United States happened. On a dark and stormy night on October 11, 1923, Twins Ray…
If you've been living in Oregon and haven't tried Off The Waffle, I will be the first to let you know you are missing out on some of the most mouth-watering liege waffles in the world. Off The Waffle…
Hiking to Rosary Lakes is a very popular and accessible section of the Pacific Crest Trail near Willamette Pass. It is one of the few areas that gives you easy access to alpine lakes throughout all seasons. In…
If you're looking for one of the most fascinating and unique places to explore, look no further. Rome is a very well-kept secret here in Oregon, and the drive is absolutely worth it for one of the most…
It's known as Beckie’s Café, on Oregon Route 62, and some travelers head to Crater Lake National Park as an excuse just to drop in at Beckie's Cafe for a piece of Beckie's mouthwatering, world-famous homemade pie. Ed Beckelhymer,…