Opal Creek and Three Pools are both popular summer destinations for hundreds of Oregonians. While jumping from a height into the water and swimming at these locations isn't recommended as it can be dangerous, it's fun to watch someone else dive into 50 degree water...
You might not know what forest bathing is, but that's ok, we're here to share the magic of taking in the forest atmosphere. National forests cover about 25% of Oregon, and that's not counting the state forests and privately owned land, which means ample opportunity to...
There's no shortage of incredible views along the wild and scenic Oregon Coast. From waterfalls, to vast swaths of wilderness, and sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, here are five Oregon Coast Hikes with views you won't forget! 1. Neahkahnie Mountain Trail The view from...
Oregon has a rich history of gold mining, and the state is scattered with old mines. There are several old mines along Henline Creek in the Opal Creek Wilderness in Northwest Oregon, some of which can be seen near Henline Falls. Check out this video from Matt Cook...
Have you ever seen sand art so extravagant? Denny Dyke created magic in the sand in Bandon Oregon in the form of sand labyrinths, and you're welcome to come and explore that magic for yourself. Peace and tranquility is the goal as you walk the labyrinth, each one...
The weekend of February 8th-10th is set to bring some of the highest waves of the year to Coastal Oregon. So just what is a "King Tide"? According to the Oregon King Tides Photo Initiative, "In Oregon, we are using the term ‘king tides’ to refer to the highest winter...
Hells Canyon on the border of Oregon and Idaho is America's deepest river gorge. This awe-inspiring spot attracts white-water rafters, jet boaters, hikers, campers, and outdoor junkies worldwide. With breathtaking scenery, steep terrain, rocky slopes, and the...
Oregon is wild, beautiful, diverse, and breathtaking, and one Oregon man is on a mission to share it's captivating beauty with the world through video. Matt Cook makes outdoor exploration videos featuring places to hike, wildlife refuges, difficult mountain climbing...
It's not the Blue Whale. In fact, it has a total weight of more than 20 Blue Whales, and here's a hint: Alice would be proud. Located in the Blue Mountains within the Malheur National Forest in Eastern Oregon, armillaria ostoyae is an enormous organism dubbed the...
When people think of Oregon they tend to think of lush green forests filled with ferns, long weeks of rain in the winter, and perhaps of Oregon's abundance of stunning waterfalls. What you might not have known is that two thirds of Oregon has a completely different...
January 11, 2020 brought an incredibly beautiful phenomenon to the Pacific NW coastline: the King Tide. Higher than normal tides typically occur during a new or full moon, or during specific seasons around the country. While amazing to witness, we want to stress the...
Clear Lake in Oregon is a scenic destination that boasts stunning natural beauty and a fascinating geological history. Some people refer to Clear Lake as the "Bass Capital of the West." This stunning body of water is the result of a volcanic eruption that occurred...