As winter approaches in Oregon, sometimes it takes us a little more motivation to get out and enjoy the outdoors. With the blistering cold, it can be a little too much sometimes. So if you're looking for a little extra motivation and something you can enjoy with the...
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This Beautiful Water Wheel in Oregon Has a Fascinating History
I recently came across a photo from Jeffrey S. Green, who posts his incredible images at his Facebook page representing Dynamic Photography. I was instantly captivated by the photo, and naturally curious as to the history of this beautiful location in Oregon. After...
All Aboard! Stunning Fall Foliage Oregon Train Rides Departing Soon
There's nothing more beautiful than autumn, especially in Oregon. For a lot of us, it's our favorite time of the year as the holidays approach. Football games, the change in the air, the crisp mornings and the shorter days are just a few things we love about the new...
A Hiker’s Guide to Tamolitch Blue Pool
Nestled within the mystical McKenzie River Valley, dry Tamolitch Falls, also known as Oregon’s Blue Pool, is a dazzling sight to behold. With its vibrant turquoise waters, the pool is a treasure hidden within the Willamette National Forest, waiting to be discovered....
5 Awe-Inspiring Winter Hikes In Oregon You’ll Never Forget
Winter is upon us in all its chilly, icy splendor. That means it's time to get out your waterproof hiking boots or snowshoes and head outdoors to see Oregon wearing its impressive winter coat of snow, frost and ice. There's nothing quite like stepping out into a fresh...
The Sandy Salmon Bed and Breakfast Offers Ultimate Relaxation
Mountain biking, skiing, hiking, rafting, and mountaineering. This relaxing Oregon Bed and Breakfast in Sandy has you covered when it comes to experiencing Oregon's great outdoors. Nestled at the Joining of the Sandy and Salmon rivers, enjoy this unexpected oasis in...
Proxy Falls: The Ultimate Oregon Waterfall Experience
The Proxy Falls Trailhead is located in the Willamette National Forest, just a short distance from the Three Sisters Wilderness in Central Oregon. This stunning waterfall is just one of the many beautiful destinations within the forest and cascade mountains, making...
This Easy Hike to Beautiful Chush Falls is the Perfect Bend Day Trip
There is never a shortage of hikes to discover in Central Oregon, and Chush Falls (formerly known as Squaw Creek Falls) is one you absolutely must check out if you are looking to explore near Bend, Oregon. At one point, this hike was only a 2-mile round trip but the...
Oregon’s Octopus Tree is a Modern Wonder of the World
Just a mere few hundred feet away from the Cape Meares Lighthouse on the Oregon Coast is a massive Sitka spruce, known as the Octopus Tree. Hiking to the tree is a quick 0.4-mile through the Cape Meares State Park. You will be amazed by the incredible scenery at this...
This Easy Gorge Hike Near Crater Lake Is Perfect For The Family
If you're looking to see some beautiful fall foliage this year in Oregon, or want an easy hike to do with your family during the summer, you'll love to the Rogue Gorge Trail not far from Crater Lake Oregon. This hidden gem is just south of the intersection of routes...
Sweet Creek Falls is One Of Oregon’s Most Stunning Coast Hikes
Nestled amidst the stunning Oregon Coast lies a hidden gem that has left me in awe every time I've visited. Just an hour's drive west of Eugene, 10 miles south of Mapleton, and a short distance east of Florence, the Sweet Creek Falls trail in the Siuslaw National...
26 Historic Oregon Schoolhouses Still Standing Today
She's easily shot more photos of old historic schools than anyone I know in Oregon, and her goal is to eventually find them all. Her name is Danielle Denham, and she has a fascination with not just Oregon history itself - but making trips to historic, abandoned...