Adventures

Southern Access To This Popular Oregon Waterfall Closed Until October

Drift Creek Falls is one of the most lovely trails near Lincoln City, offering hikers a serene journey through Oregon's lush coastal rainforests, across a dramatic suspension bridge, and ending at a stunning 75-foot waterfall. However, if you're planning a visit soon, it's important to note that...

Albany Man Busted for Keeping Cougar and Dangerous Wildlife in His Small Home

In a scene straight out of Jumanji or another wild adventure movie, a 68-year-old man named Robert Douglass Junior is accused of secretly harboring a whole menagerie of wild animals right in the middle of a quiet Albany neighborhood! On August 14, Douglass made his first court appearance, facing a...

WalletHub Claims Oregon Is Among the Worst Places to Live – But Is It Really?

Living in Oregon certainly comes with its challenges, but when you look at the big picture, I’d say we’ve got it pretty damn good here. As someone who fully acknowledges the many challenges our state is currently facing and is certainly not thrilled with some of the recent changes, I still...

Police Plead for Help in Finding 12-Year-Old Eugene Boy Believed to Be in Danger

At That Oregon Life, the safety and well-being of missing children is one of our highest priorities. We want to bring attention to a 12-year-old foster child who is currently missing and believed to be in danger. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has issued an alert regarding Chayton...

Oregon Shines as One of the Top U.S. States for Scenic Proposal Spots

The Oregonian reports that Oregon has been highlighted in a recent survey ranking the top 10 U.S. states for "picture-perfect" proposal spots. The survey, conducted by Nieuwe Casino, analyzed Instagram hashtags such as ‘#[location]engagement’, ‘#[location]proposal’, and ‘#[location]engaged’ across...
Elk Creek Trail Guide: Tillamook State Forest Hike

Elk Creek Trail Guide: Tillamook State Forest Hike

Updated August 2026: Elk Creek Trail is a moderate hiking and mountain-biking route in the Tillamook State Forest, beginning near Elk Creek Campground off Oregon Highway 6. The official Oregon Department of Forestry guide measures four miles from the trailhead to the...

Let Experts Take You On A Free Tide Pool Explorience In Lincoln City Oregon

Let Experts Take You On A Free Tide Pool Explorience In Lincoln City Oregon

Every day when the tide goes out in Lincoln City Oregon, a new world is revealed to those who know where to look: tide pools showcasing miniature displays of colorful ocean habitat. Through the free Tide Pool Exploriences program in Lincoln City, you can go on a...

Your Guide To Pacific City Oregon – Things To Do, History, And More

Your Guide To Pacific City Oregon – Things To Do, History, And More

If you'd like to visit Oregon's north coast off the beaten path and away from crowds, Pacific City is the perfect spot on the Pacific Ocean. From bonfires on beautiful Oregon beaches, to layered cliffs and rock stacks, hang gliding and more, Pacific City has always...

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