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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,…
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…
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.
One of the unique recreation experiences you can have in the Beaver State is the opportunity to rent some of our historic fire lookout rentals in Oregon. These towers can make the perfect weekend getaway with a 360-degree…
Are you looking for the best waterfalls in Oregon now that the weather's warming up? While Southern Oregon waterfalls aren't talked about as much, we wanted to share with you some of the most gorgeous waterfalls in…
Note: This is an at-your-own-risk activity that includes potentially dangerous spots. Declared by the Salmonberry Trail Intergovernmental Agency and the Port of Tillamook Bay Railroad, the route through the Salmonberry Canyon is considered "dangerous and closed…
The thing about living in Oregon, if you love to explore then you couldn't pick a better place to live as there is always a new adventure. If you're looking for somewhere new this weekend to…
The hike to Broken Top is an absolute gem in Oregon, offering some of the most stunning views of ponderosa pine tree forests, vibrant fields of wildflowers, and a strikingly turquoise lake nestled in the shadow…
