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In 2020 Oregon will be taking steps to limit the number of people visiting certain natural areas in order to protect the scenic beauty of our state. This means enacting a new permit system as well…
Starting on New Years Day in 2020 it will cost visitors $5 more to visit the Gem of The Cascades: Crater Lake. The $5 increase will help cover maintenance as well as projects such as improving…
Whether you're young or old, fit or self-described couch-potato, hiking is one of those diversely perfect activities that can cost little to no money but be a richly rewarding experience. From easy jaunts to find a…
Ice can do interesting things to the landscape and change the way we perceive our surroundings. Suddenly our daily commute can become dangerous, or our favorite waterfall can become the perfect spot for a day of…
Oregon is beautiful during every season, but it expresses itself in a variety of ways during winter. Because of Oregon's diverse climate, Oregon sees rain, snow, frost, ice, frozen waterfalls, huge crashing waves at the coast,…
The next full moon occurs Thursday, Dec. 12 at 12:12 a.m. This means December’s full moon, called the Cold Moon, will hit its 100% peak on 12/12 at exactly 12:12 a.m. Twelve has significance when it…
When the holidays are over that means storm watching season is upon us. If you're looking for excitement and adventure this winter, you'll want to head to Oregon's adventure coast just a few hours from Portland…
Tumalo Falls Hike Guide The Tumalo Falls via Tumalo Creek Trail is a moderate 6.5 mile out and back type trail not far from Bend. Located near the beautiful city of Bend, Oregon, this waterfall is…
I love historic film images, both for their quality and for a glimpse of life forgotten. There are some amazing archival photos of Oregon out there, and these are some of my favorites. 1. Stumptown So…
Looking for a special place to plan the perfect vacation in Bend with family and friends? You might consider Sunriver, one of the most popular places for Bend, Oregon vacation rentals. These four Sunriver vacation rentals…
Everyone who has been to Oregon knows it's one of the prettiest places to be in fall, especially at the peak of the foliage change. The only thing that comes close to being this good in…
One of the most interesting RV parks in Oregon is actually a historic drive-in movie theater located in Sutherlin Oregon. At Hi-Way Haven RV Park, you can camp at the movies with friends and family, which…
