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The gorgeous Yaquina Bay Bridge is easily one of the most recognizable structures along the Oregon coast. People stop to take photos and drone videos of the bridge when they visit Newport, and delight in the…
The remains of a 17th-century Manilla Galleon were recovered from a sea cave near Manzanita. The timber, believed to have come from the hull of the Santo Cristo de Burgos, was discovered by local beachcombers in…
The Eugene Police Department has announced that family and friends are offering a $45,000 reward for information that leads to a conviction in the 1969 murder of Janet Shanahan. There have been very few leads on…
Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood is one of Oregon's most iconic places, and most visited historic landmarks. Some believe it's haunted due to it's role in a well known cult classic movie, but few know the…
Drift Creek Bridge in the mountains of the Oregon Coast (also known as Bear Creek Bridge) is thought to be the oldest remaining covered bridge in Oregon. This bridge has an interesting history, and was only…
Fort Stevens State Park is one of Oregon's greatest treasures. Located just 20 minutes west of Astoria, where the Columbia River meets the Pacific, it's tailor suited for history buffs and nature enthusiasts, beachcombers, campers, and hikers.…
Most of you know the story itself. You were there to witness the massive May 18th, 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens in southwestern Washington State, or your forebears have related the tale. It's one of…
Seaside, Oregon is a picturesque coastal town in the Pacific Northwest that has become a popular destination for travelers visiting the Oregon Coast. Seaside's gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean, unique historical significance and history as…
The Astoria Trolley is set to run for its first full season since the pandemic began. Trolley Cars harken back to a bygone era before cars and city bus systems became the norm for transportation. "With…
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…
A few years back, we wrote an article all about the geological wonder of Fort Rock and the incredible surrounding high desert area of Eastern Oregon's "outback" country. In 2022, we had the opportunity to book…
If you'd like to visit Oregon's north coast off the beaten path and away from crowds, Pacific City is the perfect spot on the Pacific Ocean. From bonfires on beautiful Oregon beaches, to layered cliffs and…
