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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…
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…
Portland is home to an incredible garden that was planted to heal wounds and bring two cultures closer together. While some locals at first resisted the planting of the garden in 1963, the Japanese Garden has…
We love visiting the Oregon coast in fall. Fall usually means bad weather on the coast, and that means less crowds at your favorite coastal restaurants, trailheads, and other coastal destinations. Here are our top four…
Crater Lake in Oregon draws thousands of visitors each year from around the world. It's crystal clear deep blue waters make it an Oregon gem that everyone should visit at least once when traveling through our…
(Columbia River Gorge) -- If you're looking to visit Oregon's most popular waterfalls by car this summer, you're going to have to plan ahead, wait in line, and pay a fee. A new permit system will…
Happy Cenntenial Birthday! As of April 2022, the Oregon State Parks system has officially been in place for 100 years, and it all started with a meager five-acre donation in 1922. Today that acreage encompasses over…
If you're looking to visit a pretty waterfall, but don't want a long hike, Youngs River Falls near Astoria Oregon is the perfect spot to get out into nature. This .3 mile nature walk is rated…
Until 2017, the incomparable Oneonta Gorge on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge was accessible to the public and a much-beloved spot to visit during the hot summer months. The Eagle Creek Fire started…
Multnomah Falls is Oregon’s tallest waterfall, dropping 620 feet in two main tiers in the Columbia River Gorge. You can see it from the developed lower plaza without taking a full hike; Benson Bridge is about…
Find waterfalls near Portland by trail difficulty and corridor, including Columbia Gorge classics, Eagle Creek hikes, and Mount Hood day trips.
