Explore the natural beauty of Oregon with our top-rated hiking trails. From stunning waterfalls to majestic mountains, experience the best of the Pacific Northwest. With diverse terrain and mild weather, Oregon is a hiker’s paradise. Come and discover why it’s one of the best states for hiking!
If you are looking to get out for a nice easy winter hike, you'll surely want to check out Ponytail Falls in the Columbia River Gorge right now. The trail begins at one of the most scenic trailheads anywhere and will continue into the Middle Oneonta Falls and other...
I recently visited one of the most gorgeous places I've had the opportunity to explore in Oregon, known as the Silver Falls State Park. It's often referred to as the “crown jewel” of the Oregon State Parks system. Plan the Trail of Ten Falls before you go The...
Updated August 2026: The Hobbit Trail is a short, mossy Oregon Coast path north of Florence that descends through Sitka spruce and rhododendrons to Hobbit Beach. The official 2026 park map lists the beach-access segment at about 0.3 mile, but hikers can extend the...
When you first learn about and begin researching Abiqua Falls, you'll find countless photos of nature addicts hiking into this serene and somewhat hidden spot in the Santiam State Forest. It’s actually part of the same geological formation as the waterfalls found at...
NOTICE: Many trails on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge were closed as a result of damage from the Eagle Creek Fire. Please check the list of Columbia Gorge trail closures before you plan for a hike. (CLOSED until further notice due to Eagle Creek Fire....
Three in 10 Americans believe Bigfoot is real, and the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization reports most Bigfoot sightings are in the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast. In 1972, you could dial BIG-FOOT (244-3668) in Portland to report bigfoot sightings in Oregon....
Updated August 2026: Ramona Falls is a roughly seven-mile Mount Hood Wilderness hike to a 120-foot fan waterfall, but the mileage is not the hardest part. The route includes an unbridged crossing of the glacially fed Sandy River, where the channel, depth and current...
Only a few miles off of Highway 26 near Seaside, this breathtaking hike to Saddle Mountain will take you through dense forests, and high into the beautiful coastal range of Oregon. If you're heading to Seaside or Cannon Beach to cool off for the weekend, you'll...
One of the most fascinating places in the whole world is right here in Oregon, and it's known as Crater Lake National Park. Crater Lake is known as one of the seven wonders of Oregon. Probably the most talked about tourist attraction in Oregon, 500,000 people come...
Not to be confused with Crater Lake National Park, this serene spot nestled in the Mt. Hood National Forest is known as Crater Lake's little sister, Little Crater Lake. Whether you are looking for a gorgeous place to hike, or just want a quiet place to camp, this...
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 is the tallest and most probably the most...
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