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This Stunning Oregon Park Boasts 10 Waterfalls and Endless Spring Beauty

There are places in Oregon that are beautiful, and then there are places that feel like they were pulled straight out of a dream. For me, Silver Falls State Park has always been one of those places. I have visited countless state parks across Oregon over the years, but this one is hands down my...

This 3-Story Portland Hardware Store Feels Like a Museum Full of Hidden Treasures

Portland has never been a city that settles for ordinary. It’s a place where creativity spills into the streets, where old buildings are given new life, and where some of the most memorable spots are the ones you stumble into by accident. That spirit is alive and well at Hippo Hardware &...

Most People Have No Idea This Powerful Museum Exists Inside an Old Oregon Insane Asylum

If you’ve ever driven through Salem and noticed the Oregon State Hospital, you’ve probably wondered what stories live behind those historic buildings. It’s one of those places that feels familiar, yet most people have never actually stepped inside. What many Oregonians don’t realize is that tucked...

Most Folks Don’t Know About This Nostalgic Drive-In Theater Hiding Away in Oregon

There’s something about a drive-in movie theater that feels like stepping into a different era. The glow of a giant outdoor screen. The hum of car radios. The smell of popcorn drifting through warm evening air. It’s the kind of experience that instantly slows you down and makes you feel like a kid...

This Retro Game Festival in Eugene Is Bringing Classic Gaming Back for One Weekend

There is something about classic video games that never really fades. The sounds, the pixel graphics, and the challenge of beating a level without saves or shortcuts all come rushing back the moment you pick up a controller. That feeling is exactly what the Eugene Retro Game Fest is bringing back...
The Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls At This Country Store in Oregon Will Be Your New Fall Obsession

The Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls At This Country Store in Oregon Will Be Your New Fall Obsession

As autumn sets in, there's no better way to savor the season than with a visit to the Apple Valley Country Store in Hood River, Oregon. Found along the scenic Hood River Fruit Loop, this charming country store celebrates the bounty of the local fall harvest with a...

Portland’s Favorite Corn Maze And Pumpkin Patch to Open August 31

Portland’s Favorite Corn Maze And Pumpkin Patch to Open August 31

Fall is almost here and I couldn't be more excited! Aside from gorgeous fall leaves and cool weather that makes for great fall hikes, autumn means pumpkin patch season, hot apple cider, and family trips to the corn maze. Just a short drive from downtown Portland,...

Top 4th of July Fireworks Shows in Oregon for 2024

Top 4th of July Fireworks Shows in Oregon for 2024

Have you made plans yet for Independence Day 2024? I'm not the best at making plans ahead of time for the holidays, so seeing a list of local events I can attend with my family and friends is always helpful for me. If you're like me and are looking for something fun...

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