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New openings, events, seasonal ideas, field reports, and Oregon discoveries live here. If you are planning a trip or deciding what fits your day, use the statewide guide instead.
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New openings, events, seasonal ideas, field reports, and Oregon discoveries live here. If you are planning a trip or deciding what fits your day, use the statewide guide instead.
Open the Things to Do in Oregon guide
Bored of shopping in the crowds on Black Friday? The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is inviting Oregonians to turn Black Friday into Green Friday instead and head out to Oregon's beautiful State Parks. This year on November 27th, 2020 day-use parking fees will...
Peace of mind, wide open spaces, and adventure are waiting for you at the scenic Oregon coast this holiday season. One of our favorite ways to relax and find serenity during the holidays is to escape with family to the coast for whale watching, walks on the beach,...
Nothing sounds more fun or romantic than a sleigh ride on Mount Hood during the holidays. Sleigh rides start on December 17th, 2021 and you and four of your friends can ride a sleigh around the historic village of Government Camp. If you're in northern Oregon, I can't...
Looking to get out of town and destress? If you want to disconnect, this is your spot as this rustic cabin has no TV. If you're thinking the same, then you will absolutely not want to miss this cute vintage cabin, built in 1922. The cozy little cabin, located just off...
A hotel, a bathhouse, a sanitorium, a WWII nurse training center, and a bed and breakfast are just a few of the evolutions the Hot Lake Hotel has gone through since the first structure was built at Hot Lake in Oregon in 1864. The property and hotel have been owned by...
It's not often I go out to eat and I am as impressed by the food as I was with the service while visiting Gracie's Sea Hag. If you're headed to the Oregon Coast in the Newport area, you'll definitely want to make your way over to Depoe Bay to check out this local...
If you're looking for a relaxing place to eat and enjoy beautiful fall colors in Oregon, look no further than the Multnomah Falls Lodge. The historic lodge was built in 1925 and is especially quite magical during the fall season. Lumber baron and philanthropist, Simon...
As the leaves begin to change and drift down, autumn is upon us again in the Pacific Northwest. Now is the best time to throw on your best hiking gear and hit the trails to capture some of the most awe-inspiring fall foliage around the state. Here are four hikes in...
Portland Oregon is beautiful in the fall with a variety of oranges, reds, and yellows on display in the treetops. We can't think of a better time of year to bundle up in a favorite hoodie and head out to sample some of Portland's finest donuts. Portland is the coffee...
Warm hoodies, bonfires on the beach, visiting the pumpkin patch and watching the leaves change are just a few of the reasons I love fall foliage in Oregon. Autumn in Oregon is marked by crisp mornings, warm days and a beautiful array of colors as the foliage around...
If you're looking for an easy hike to take the kids on or just want a quick stroll through the woods, we have the perfect trail for you on the scenic Oregon coast. This beautiful trail leads through dense forest and ends with views of the Oregon Coast Range's tallest...
Crisp mornings and warm autumn days are the perfect time to get out and experience adventure along the Oregon coast before winter sets in. The end of summer usually means back to school for the kids, and settling in at home for several months of routine as you plan...