There are moments along the Oregon coast that don’t feel real. Not the kind you photograph and move on from. The kind that stop you mid-step, make you question what you’re seeing, and stick with you long after you’ve left the shoreline. This is one of those moments....
The Elkhorn Scenic Byway offers up one of Oregon’s most breathtaking drives, especially in mid-October when fall colors hit their peak. This 106 mile loop winds through the rugged Elkhorn Mountains, taking you past ghost towns, alpine lakes, and through Northeast...
Fall is my absolute favorite time of year. Don't get me wrong, I love summer and spring, and even winter has it's appeal, but living in Oregon, I can't get enough of the vibrant fall colors, a slight chill in the air, and hiking foggy trails through the mountains on a...
I love summer for the opportunities it presents to get out into nature. Swimming, hiking, bird watching and camping are some of my favorite outdoor activities, and I'm always looking for new places to get outside and explore. There's one city along the Oregon coast...
Pearsony Falls is the kind of Southern Oregon stop that surprises you by being exactly as easygoing as it looks. A short walk through cool forest near Prospect leads to a wide, mossy cascade on Mill Creek, and you can turn around there or keep going to the wonderfully...
Updated August 2026: Rowena Plateau offers two related choices at Tom McCall Preserve above the Columbia River Gorge. The short plateau walk is about one mile, while the full Plateau Trail with the Shasha Loop is 2.6 miles round trip. Both cross sensitive wildflower...
Spring in Oregon is like flipping through a vividly illustrated storybook, where every turn reveals a new, colorful adventure waiting to unfold. From artsy enclaves to adrenaline-pumping adventure hubs, the Beaver State is brimming with offbeat towns that promise an...
Have you ever witnessed nature's very own light show? Portland-based prodigy, Jay Shah, has astoundingly captured this spectacle, illuminating the darkness around Arch Rock, situated along the serene stretches of Oregon's southern coastline, just a breath away from...
We know you’ve heard of it, but if you’ve never seen Crater Lake in person you don’t know what you’re missing! This is one of the most spectacular national parks in the country and it sits right in our backyard, so get out there and make this epic summer vacation...
Silver Falls State Park opened the North Canyon Day-Use Area in July 2023, adding a 59-space parking area and a half-mile accessible trail to a viewpoint of North Falls. The new northern access point gives visitors a shorter way to see one of the park’s signature...
Central Oregon is a haven for hiking enthusiasts, boasting an array of stunning waterfalls and a plethora of trails waiting to be explored. For those seeking adventure in Central Oregon, especially around Bend, this guide highlights some of the most breathtaking...
Are you ready to hit the trails and explore the beauty of the Oregon Coast? Look no further than the Cape Falcon Trail! This amazing hiking trail on the northern Oregon coast offers breathtaking views, diverse terrain, plenty of opportunities to connect with nature,...