Best Observatories in Oregon For Seeing The Stars
If you love stargazing but live in the city, it can be hard to see stars at night because of light pollution. You may want to check out one of the four astronomical observatories in Oregon,…
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Shevlin Park Is The Perfect Spot In Bend To Relax And Soak Up Nature
Bend Oregon has a lot to offer visitors, especially those looking to get outdoors. For those visiting and looking for someplace close to get out and experience the beauty of central Oregon, Shevlin Park is the…
7 Awesome Places To Stand Up Paddleboard In Oregon
Oregon has so many magnificent waterways and lakes to get out and explore that it would be hard to get to them all (but we can try). One great way to experience mellow lakes and rivers…
Take a Drive Through This Incredible 600-Acre Oregon Animal Park
One of my absolute FAVORITE Oregon attractions is the Wildlife Safari in Winston, just south of Roseburg. If you're thinking this is just another zoo or an exploitation of animal rights ("Tiger King", I'm looking at…
Take a Virtual Tour Through This Famous Japanese Garden in Oregon
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…
You Can Snuggle Adorable Bunnies To Your Heart’s Content At This Portland Charity
If you're into oodles of cuteness, relaxation, and the fluffiest bunnies you've ever seen, you should visit Bunnies In Baskets in Portland Oregon. We've written about Oregon cat cafes, and dog taphouses, but this might be…
Dig Up Your Own Stunning Thunder Eggs At This Central Oregon Mine
If you're looking for a family friendly adventure when the weather warms up, hunting for Oregon's state rock is a great place to start. You can dig up your own beautiful thundereggs at a mine in…
Explore Brice Creek Trail to Trestle Creek Falls
What takes your breath away is the crystal clear water, blue in places and stunning as it cascades down Brice Creek and over several small falls along the trail. The trail through the lush green rain…
National Parks Free to the Public Amid Covid-19 Shutdowns
Fresh air is good for the soul as well as the body, especially during times of stress. Fortunately for us, Oregon has plenty of wide-open spaces where one may choose to hike and experience nature, all…
23 Must See Waterfall Hikes Oregon You Can’t Miss in 2023
Oregon is a treasure trove of natural wonders, with a bounty of stunning waterfalls that are waiting to be discovered. While Multnomah Falls might be the most renowned among them, there are many other awe-inspiring falls…
Sleep Overnight In Oregon’s Finest Treehouse Resort
With warm weather right around the corner, many are looking to get out and explore new places. If you're tired of staying at the same resorts, bed & breakfasts, and hotels it's time to check out…
Guide To Caves In Oregon (And Awesome Lava Tubes)
Tucked away in the high desert of central Oregon near Bend and Sunriver are hundreds of lava tubes formed in Oregon's violent volcanic past. Adventure seekers will be thrilled to go spelunking and explore these caves…