Mount Hood is an Oregon icon. It's one of the top destinations in northwest Oregon for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, and one of the best spots in Oregon for mountain biking and hiking in warm months. People enjoy visiting the many lakes on Mt Hood,...
Are you ready to put your hiking shoes to the dirt and get out there? Start the year off right in Oregon with one of the healthiest things you can do this year by hiking in Oregon. So get out there, get some fresh air, and soak in the beauty. Guided hikes in Oregon...
With heavy snow right now in Oregon (at least heavy for us), I thought it would be a good time to offer some useful tips on how to drive in the snow. Driving in the snow can be challenging, even for many of us who have a lot of experience driving through the white...
Oregon is a stunning state that boasts an abundance of breathtaking destinations to explore. Its diverse landscapes offer endless opportunities for adventure, making it a challenge to narrow down a list of must-see attractions during your visit. Although we cannot...
Tamolitch Blue Pool is truly a natural wonder along the Mckenzie River Trail (Photo By Danielle Denham / That Oregon Life) Over the years of doing That Oregon Life, I am commonly asked which, if any are my favorite hiking trails in our great state. Growing up in...
Oregon hit the lottery when it comes to beautiful waterfalls to explore. No matter where you visit in Oregon, you are sure to find one nearby. There are many waterfalls near Portland to choose from, with around 90 major cascades flowing in the Columbia River Gorge....
While there aren't necessarily any waterfalls that are actually in Eugene, Oregon, there are plenty to choose from in the surrounding area. Just when you think you've explored all the waterfalls near Eugene, the local Comcast guy tips you off to a beautiful place in...
Once considered one of Oregon’s great mysteries, Thor’s Well is a bowl-shaped hole carved into the basalt shoreline of Cape Perpetua. Also known as the Drain pipe of the Pacific, the seemingly bottomless well perpetually fills and drains throughout the day. During...
The central Oregon Cascade range is a gorgeous place to visit at any time of year, especially in the winter. Many people head to the Willamette Pass Resort every winter to ski and snowboard, and then spend their evenings relaxing and enjoying time with family at Odell...
Crater Lake is one of the prettiest destinations in Oregon and brings visitors from all over the world. Some come for the jaw-dropping view of the deep blue waters inside the caldera, others come to hike, and some come to explore the many features within the park...
In the Cascade mountains not far from Eugene sits the widest covered bridge in Oregon, which is the perfect spot to stop on your trip down Highway 58 to stretch your legs and take in the views of Dexter reservoir. History Of The Lowell Covered Bridge In Oregon In 1874...
If you're looking for a cozy weekend retreat near Eugene I can't think of a better spot than a pretty little cabin sitting on a creek. This cute Cottage Grove Airbnb cabin features a gorgeous outdoor hot tub that makes you feel like you're in a scene straight from a...