Mount Adams, one of the largest volcanoes in the Cascade Range of the Pacific Northwest, has historically been considered a quiet volcano. However, in September 2024, Mount Adams, known by some Native American tribes as Pahto or Klickitat, experienced a series of six...
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The Real Story Behind Oregon’s Giant Iconic Paul Bunyan Statue
Sometimes, we get so accustomed to the extraordinary that we stop appreciating it. Think of the countless breathtaking sights in Oregon, from the thunderous Multnomah Falls to the shimmering depths of Crater Lake, or even the rugged charm of Haystack Rock. While these...
Experience the Magic of Oregon’s Fall Foliage on This Stunning Scenic Drive
The Elkhorn Scenic Byway offers up one of Oregon’s most breathtaking drives, especially in mid-October when fall colors hit their peak. This 106 mile loop winds through the rugged Elkhorn Mountains, taking you past ghost towns, alpine lakes, and through Northeast...
This Charming Oregon Hotel Has Over 140 Years of Haunted Secrets
Cozy rooms with white wood walls, pretty quilts adorning the beds, and good lighting. Oh yeah, did we mention ghosts? You can't forget the ghosts when describing the historic Wolf Creek Inn just north of Grant's Pass, Oregon. This cute little inn used to be a welcome...
Oregon’s “Great Flood” Had A Force 90 Times More Powerful Than The Largest Atomic Bomb
If you live in the Pacific Northwest there's a good likelihood that the land you're standing on is part of a massive floodplain; silt, and rock deposits swept here from Montana during the end of the last Ice Age. The floods advanced with a vengeance, unstoppable and...
The Seldom-Told History of the All-Black Portland Rosebuds Baseball Team
Compared with other big cities, Portland isn’t exactly known for its profusion of sports teams. Yes, we have the Trail Blazers and two big name soccer teams, the Timbers and the Thorns, but we don’t have a football team or a major league baseball team. However, the...
Unraveling the Mystery: Bigfoot Sightings and Encounters in Oregon
You're out hiking a beautiful trail to a waterfall and you start to hear volleys of loud knocking sounds, like something is banging on a tree trunk in the distance with a big stick. Or maybe you're camping out in the wilderness, and in the middle of the night you...
Blasts from the Past: 14 Beloved Oregon Businesses That Vanished
The Covid-19 pandemic hit local businesses hard, causing many of them to shutter their doors for good. These closures devastated the communities they serve and it got us thinking about all the other Oregon companies that have come and gone over the years and are...
This Historic Oregon Lodge Took 85 Years To Complete And Was Almost Torn Down
If you've ever been up to the rim of Crater Lake and looked down into the Caldera with awe, you know what a breathtaking view it can be. People from all over the world travel to Crater Lake each year for stunning views, good hiking, history lessons, and to stay at the...
The Stunning Historic Museum Where You Can Learn the Rich History of Oregon
There are two things I’m always down for: a good museum and learning more about the best state in the union—Oregon! So it should come as no surprise that I love the Oregon Historical Society. The first time I visited this lovely and well-curated museum in the heart of...
With Over 150 Aircraft On Display, This Aviation and Space Museum in Oregon Is a Soaring Adventure for Families
Nestled in the heart of the Willamette valley in McMinnville, Oregon, the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum stands as a towering testament to the human spirit's relentless pursuit of flight. This gem of the Pacific Northwest isn't a normal museum, it's a journey...
The Largest Dam Removal In U.S. History Is Happening Now In Oregon
In a monumental stride for river restoration, the Klamath River is undergoing the largest dam removal in U.S. history. This pivotal moment marks the beginning of the end for the dams that have long hindered the natural flow of the river, crucial for the local ecology...