Going on a primitive camping adventure and roughing it with only basic survival gear is fine, but you also might want other awesome things to bring camping to make the trip more enjoyable. You'd be amazed at the outdoor gear they create to afford convenience in the...
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This Ghost Town Road Trip in Oregon is The Perfect Adventure
Did you know there are more ghost towns in Oregon than anywhere in the United States? As I love learning about the rich history of our beautiful state, naturally, ghost towns in Oregon have always fascinated me. This particular road trip I plan on doing this myself...
Hiking to Salt Creek Falls and Diamond Creek Falls in Oregon
Are you looking for an Oregon adventure that will take your breath away? Then discover the beauty and grandeur of Salt Creek Falls – Oregon's second highest single drop waterfall. Located in the Willamette National Forest near Eugene, this majestic three-tiered plunge...
Hike The Salmonberry Trail On The Oregon Coast
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 to the...
12 Awesome Oregon Coast Vacation Rentals For Less Than $100
Been thinking about getting away from the daily grind and planning a vacation with loved ones? You can never go wrong with taking a vacation on the Oregon Coast! Whether you are renting a cabin, condo, or home, no matter what part of the coast you visit you'll surely...
Punchbowl Falls is One of The Most Popular Hikes in Oregon
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 explore, you'll be sure to want to check out Punchbowl Falls. This area was...
How To Build A Self-Feeding Fire That Burns For 14 Hours Plus!
I have to admit I've never seen a campfire quite as efficient as this, described by former biology teacher turned outdoor enthusiast and YouTuber Bob Hansler. How many times have you camped on a cold night only to be jolted awake by the frigid air because your fire...
24 Abandoned Places in Oregon That Are Downright Awesome
Oregon is home to so much fascinating history, and with that there is so many awesome abandoned places to explore here. Some of these places are slowly being reclaimed by the Earth, and some of them are just downright creepy... But nonetheless, awesome. The truth is,...
The Neskowin Ghost Forest of Oregon is Incredible
This isn't your typical Oregon coast forest because it's actually in the water. Two thousand years ago a powerful earthquake shifted part of an ancient sitka spruce forest in Neskowin Oregon into the tidal zone, creating a graveyard of trees. To this day, the remains...
A whale exploded in Oregon in 1970, and the story will blow your mind
What do you do when an 8 ton whale washes up on shore? You blow it into a million stinky little whale pieces of course. This is the story that some of you may know, which took place in Florence, Oregon about an inexperienced highway engineer who thought the most...
The Essential Broken Top Hiking Guide
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 of a vivid purple volcanic crater. While it's a must-do...
The Fairview Training Center May Have The Darkest History in Oregon
Update October 2019: The previously abandoned buildings as shown in this article no longer exist. The property where the once Fairview Training Center existed is private property. This historical article is for informational purposes only. Please do not visit the...