As a kid, I loved digging in the dirt on my grandfather's property way out in rural Oregon. I would always find great pieces of history, like an old vintage 7-Up bottle. These incredible old structures are frozen in time, and no matter what the history may be, there's...
Are you looking for the best waterfalls in Oregon now that the weather's warming up? While Southern Oregon waterfalls aren't talked about as much, we wanted to share with you some of the most gorgeous waterfalls in Southern Oregon. This road trip features waterfalls,...
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...
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...
Salt Creek Falls and Diamond Creek Falls give you two very different waterfall experiences from one trailhead near Oakridge. The first is a 286-foot plunge you can see after a short, paved walk. The second rewards hikers who continue into the forest on the 3.2-mile...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Originally published in 2015; updated in August 2026. There are Oregon stories that sound a little exaggerated by the time they reach you. Maybe they have been polished over years of campfire retellings, or perhaps someone added a detail that was simply too good to...
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...