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're looking to see some beautiful fall foliage this year in Oregon, or want an easy hike to do with your family during the summer, you'll love to the Rogue Gorge Trail not far from Crater Lake…
UPDATE: We have revised this article to reflect on the latest schedule for 2017. Tickets for the 2017 Holiday Express are available as of Sunday, Oct 15. Are you looking for something fun to do to get into the…
Related reading: For a deeper look at how Oregon emptied its psychiatric hospitals—and what failed to replace them—read our investigation, Oregon Closed Its Mental Hospitals. What Was Supposed to Replace Them? From a room stacked with the unclaimed…
Eastern Oregon is easily one of the most gorgeous areas you can visit in the Beaver State. And not only is the eastern side gorgeous but along the way, you will stumble across many hidden gems. The scenic roads…
The beautiful autumn season is here again, there's nothing I love more than taking my little ones to the pumpkin patch this time of year. With so many pumpkin patches and corn mazes in Oregon, sometimes it can…
Travel Alert: The Oregon Caves Chateau is currently closed until 2023 for repairs and rehabilitation. If you're looking for the perfect getaway this weekend, look no further. We know trying to find a place to rest your head…
There's nothing more beautiful than autumn, especially in Oregon. For a lot of us, it's our favorite time of the year as the holidays approach. Football games, the change in the air, the crisp mornings and the shorter…
If you love reading books, and you can't get enough of the Oregon Coast, then this is the hotel for you. It's known as the Sylvia Beach Hotel, and it's located in beautiful Newport, Oregon. This cozy literacy-themed…
The destruction from the Eagle Creek fire ripping through the Columbia River Gorge has been unreal. After five intense days, firefighters have reported Thursday they have finally begun to contain the fire. We have all sat back in…
Is the Oregon Coast Aquarium worth it? Plan a Newport visit with realistic timing, weather strategy, family logistics, accessibility notes and nearby stops.
The Proxy Falls Trailhead is located in the Willamette National Forest, just a short distance from the Three Sisters Wilderness in Central Oregon. This stunning waterfall is just one of the many beautiful destinations within the forest and…
So the big day finally came and went. All these months of hype, leading up to Aug. 21, 2017, where the solar eclipse began in Oregon. Here are some of the most incredible solar eclipse pictures we could…