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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…
Plan Mt. Hood with a practical Timberline, Meadows and Ski Bowl comparison, current alerts, winter driving, places to stay, hikes and nearby events.
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? The latest forecast for snow in Oregon suggests it may be in store for the holidays in the Willamette Valley and especially in Lane County. According to the latest…
Find waterfalls near Portland by trail difficulty and corridor, including Columbia Gorge classics, Eagle Creek hikes, and Mount Hood day trips.
Ho ho ho Oregon, one of the largest and most beautiful Christmas parades ever has started for 2021. This classic parade goes clear back to 1954 and started with only one decorated sailboat gliding down the…
One of Oregon's 17 National Landmarks sits in the southwest hills above Portland and is credited with paving the path for the unique modern architectural style of the Pacific Northwest. The Watzek House was finished in…
If you've ever seen the movie The Polar Express and have wished you could take a magical train ride of your own, now's your chance. Holiday train rides are offered each year in Oregon and are…
Trader Joe's will be opening a new location in Portland on October 29th, 2021. This will be the ninth Trader Joe's near Portland OR. The new Trader Joe's can be found at 7215 S.W. Garden Home…
As high winds and heavy rain pick up, thousands of customers have been left without power Sunday while a storm sweeps through the region in the Portland, Oregon area. According to Portland General Electric and Pacific…
Salt And Straw is known for its delicious and quirky ice cream flavors, especially around the holidays. This Oregon grown company has delighted fans with seasonal flavors such as Jack o' Lantern Pumpkin Bread, Cranberry Juniper…
"It is said that a mad doctor named Dr. Raven built his manor to throw lavish parties to distract from his questionable experiments. Some of those experiments are rumored to have involved living subjects and the…
This fall in Oregon something truly sinister is happening and you're invited to experience the thrills and chills. If you love horror movies, haunted houses and being creeped out, here's our top three picks for scariest…
