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Recently I came across one of the coolest places to visit in Oregon. It's known as Richardson's Rock Ranch. UPDATE 3/9/2020: According to the Richardson's Rock Ranch's "About Us" section on their website, as of 2019 they no longer offer digging areas for guests:...
With so many glorious waterfalls in Oregon, it can be hard to choose from. But if you are looking for one that's fairly easy to hike, look no further than the McDowell Creek Falls Loop. During the warmer season, it's also a great place to dip your feet in and cool...
A restaurant where indoor dining meets outdoor experience. Living in Oregon, you may have heard of the Pine Tavern Restaurant & Bar, located in Bend. It stands up to its name, as amidst the dining area, you’ll find two Ponderosa pines growing through the roof of...
If you need a last-minute getaway, look no further than Stephanie Inn at Cannon Beach. There's no doubt that Cannon Beach is one of the most favored beaches in the United States. In fact, you may not be aware it was rated one of the best in the world. In 2013, Cannon...
McDonald's and their distinctive golden arches design was phased out by 1969, but there are actually three of the classic 1960s buildings still standing. According to food blog Eater, one of those buildings, located on Powell Boulevard in Portland is set to be...
Did you know that gray wolves (Canis lupis) were once very common in Oregon? In fact, they occupied most of the state. However, due to an effort to eradicate the species in the 1940s, they became less common. According to an Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife...
Have you ever wanted to assemble an entire home, the same way you would build IKEA furniture? Well now you can, and The Backcountry Hut Company (BHC) will deliver you your pre-fabricated home in the US and Canada by helicopter to your dream location. "Our customers...
Here in the pacific northwest, we have an insane amount of beautiful places to explore. If you're looking for an adventure this weekend, we have some amazing hikes here to check out for you. Sure, suspension bridges can be a little bit intimidating. While they aren't...
As winter approaches in Oregon, sometimes it takes us a little more motivation to get out and enjoy the outdoors. With the blistering cold, it can be a little too much sometimes. So if you're looking for a little extra motivation and something you can enjoy with the...
Winter is upon us in all its chilly, icy splendor. That means it's time to get out your waterproof hiking boots or snowshoes and head outdoors to see Oregon wearing its impressive winter coat of snow, frost and ice. There's nothing quite like stepping out into a fresh...
If you're looking to see some beautiful fall foliage this year in Oregon, or want an easy hike to do with your family during the summer, you'll love to the Rogue Gorge Trail not far from Crater Lake Oregon. This hidden gem is just south of the intersection of routes...
From a room stacked with the unclaimed remains in canisters of patients through the 1970s to the hospital's closed and crumbling corridors, this old abandoned insane asylum in Oregon is downright creepy. The Oregon State Hospital, formerly known as the Oregon State...