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.
With summer here, there’s no better time to strip naked and burn your junk. Just kidding—please do not do that. If you love a good soak, beach day, bike ride or dance floor in your birthday suit, Oregon…
Seeking a memorable beach camping adventure on the Oregon Coast in 2024? Renowned for its dramatic coastal edges, untamed cliffs, and time-honored forests, the Oregon Coast offers an unparalleled experience for both families and explorers eager to immerse…
The rising waters of lakes and reservoirs have submerged many budding Oregon metropolises over the years, from tiny one-horse towns to an entire Native American homeland. Since well before the time of Plato’s story of Atlantis, storytellers all over…
Today I wanted to share one of the most peaceful and relaxing places I recently had the pleasure of staying in Oregon, known as Crystal Crane Hot Springs. This is where we spent our first night on our…
The Columbia River Gorge is home to many breathtaking places to explore and hike in Oregon. In my opinion, the Gorge, just outside of Portland, is one of the most incredible places you can visit. Sure, Multnomah Falls…
Looking for a truly unique and bizarre place to visit in Oregon? I remember actually going here a couple of times with my parents when I was really young, and to this day this place still blows my…
The latest in the news has confirmed In-N-Out Burger is officially setting up their 2nd location in Oregon, just less than a year after opening their first in Medford. The new popular chain burger joint will be opening in Grants…
Planning a soak at Hot Lake today This article is about Hot Lake’s history; today’s soaking is a managed, swimsuit-required resort experience. The operator requires online reservations for every day-use guest and currently lists soaking from 8 a.m.…
In 1938 two members of the lodge, Ulysses S. Hackney and Charles W. Loggan, came up with the idea of holding an outdoor stated meeting in the Malheur Cave 52 miles east of Burns. They devised a plan…
Find the best hikes near Portland, Oregon—from city forests and easy waterfall walks to Columbia Gorge viewpoints and Mount Hood lake loops. Compare distance, difficulty, drive time, parking, pet rules and current planning links.
When it comes to an Oregon road trip, no matter which direction you head you are bound to discover beauty. If I am being honest, I don't feel like eastern Oregon is discussed enough. Traveling to eastern Oregon…
Before we enjoyed 80 inch 4K resolution smart tvs in the comfort of our living rooms, and well before my time decades ago, drive-in movie theaters were everywhere. In the United States alone, by the 1950s there were…