Adventures

This Short Oregon Hike Packs Four Stunning Waterfalls Into One Easy Loop

There are a lot of waterfall hikes in Oregon that people love to talk about. And don’t get me wrong, we have some absolute legends. But every once in a while, you find a place that quietly outperforms expectations without trying too hard. For me, that place has always been McDowell Creek Falls...

Cathedral Tree Trail: Distance, Parking & Astoria Guide

Updated August 2026: Astoria’s Richard Fencsak Cathedral Tree Trail is 0.9 mile one way between the 2800 block of Irving Avenue and the Astoria Column, making the basic out-and-back about 1.8 miles. It is a pedestrian-only, soft-surface forest path with elevation changes, stairs, roots and...

Oregon’s Whale Watch Week Returns March 21–29 With Stunning Gray Whale Migration Along The Coast

There’s something unforgettable about standing on the Oregon coast, scanning the horizon, and suddenly spotting that telltale puff of mist rising from the ocean. For a moment, everything slows down. The wind, the waves, the noise of the world. And then you realize you’re watching one of nature’s...

This Massive Hidden Canyon in Oregon Feels Like You Have the Whole State All to Yourself

If you’ve ever driven through north-central Oregon and thought, there’s gotta be something out there, you’re right… there is. And it might just be one of the most underrated places in the entire state. Cottonwood Canyon State Park doesn’t try to grab your attention the way the Oregon Coast or the...

This Hidden Oregon Garden Looks Like It Was Built By A Real-Life Wizard

There’s a certain kind of magic you don’t expect to find in the high desert. Out past the sagebrush and open skies of Central Oregon, where the landscape feels rugged and timeless, there’s a place that quietly surprises you. It doesn’t shout for attention. It doesn’t try to impress you with size...
Murder Charges Filed Against Husband of Missing Oregon Hiker

Murder Charges Filed Against Husband of Missing Oregon Hiker

The disappearance of Susan "Phoenix" Lane-Fournier, a 61-year-old woman from Welches, Oregon, has taken a tragic and shocking turn. Nearly a month after filing for divorce, her husband, 71-year-old Michel Fournier, has been arrested and charged with her murder. On...

Southern Oregon Coast at Risk of Sneaker Waves This Weekend

Southern Oregon Coast at Risk of Sneaker Waves This Weekend

Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution along the southern Oregon coast this weekend, as the National Weather Service has issued a warning for sneaker waves expected from late Saturday through Sunday afternoon. This advisory covers the coastlines of Douglas, Coos,...

Skip The Crowds At Tillamook Cheese Factory And Discover This Hidden Gem

Skip The Crowds At Tillamook Cheese Factory And Discover This Hidden Gem

Tasty cheese, wine, and awesome grilled cheese sandwiches are just a few reasons to visit Blue Heron. Alongside the awesome food, the petting zoo and free roaming peacocks are also a main attraction. When most people think of Tillamook, they’re drawn right to the...

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