Hiking

In 2020 Oregon will be taking steps to limit the number of people visiting certain natural areas in order to protect the scenic beauty of our state. This means enacting a new permit system as well as fee increases to access certain areas. Other fee increases across Oregon in 2020 will go to...

Starting on New Years Day in 2020 it will cost visitors $5 more to visit the Gem of The Cascades: Crater Lake. The $5 increase will help cover maintenance as well as projects such as improving trails so Oregonians and visitors from around the world can get the best possible experience at Crater...

Whether you're young or old, fit or self-described couch-potato, hiking is one of those diversely perfect activities that can cost little to no money but be a richly rewarding experience. From easy jaunts to find a hidden waterfall, to 750-mile excursions through the high desert, here are 20 of my...

Tumalo Falls Hike Guide The Tumalo Falls via Tumalo Creek Trail is a moderate 6.5 mile out and back type trail not far from Bend. Located near the beautiful city of Bend, Oregon, this waterfall is one of the most stunning natural wonders in the Deschutes National Forest. Tumalo Falls through the...

Oregon has the perfect environment to nurture dozens of species of edible wild mushroom varieties. Whats more, fall is the perfect season to go off on a foraging expedition of your own! Before you begin, take a moment to learn some very important details that will make your collecting experience...