These Rare Oregon Horses Only Existed in the Late 19th Century
As an Oregon native, it's beyond me how I have never heard of the story of the Oregon Wonder Horses until now. This rare breed of horse goes clear back to the 1880's, and the story…
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The Lava Lake Murders Mystery In Oregon Still Baffles People Today
There’s an eerie edge to unsolved mysteries. It gives the past a power, a question, a bit of horror that reaches out from beyond the crush of years and keeps us intrigued even today. That being…
The Oregon Ghost Town of Bayocean That Fell Into the Sea
Bayocean was once an ambitious Oregon Coast resort. Learn how erosion reshaped the peninsula, erased the town, and what visitors can explore today.
15 Amazing Photos of Oregonians During The Great Depression
The Great Depression was a severe worldwide economic collapse that took place during the 1930s, and Oregon was no different than anywhere else drastically affected by this hard point in history. These incredible images give us…
The Legend of Oregon’s Crystal Cave: Is it real?
There's nothing that fascinates me more than America's incredible history — especially in the state of Oregon, the place I've called home since birth. I came across an article tonight that I just couldn't resist writing…
4 Underwater Lost Cities of Oregon Most People Don’t Know About
The rising waters of lakes and reservoirs have submerged many budding Oregon metropolises over the years, from tiny one-horse towns to an entire Native American homeland. Since well before the time of Plato’s story of Atlantis, storytellers…
This Ghost Town Road Trip in Oregon is The Perfect Adventure
Did you know there are more ghost towns in Oregon than anywhere in the United States? As I love learning about the rich history of our beautiful state, naturally, ghost towns in Oregon have always fascinated…
Here Are 40 Fun Facts You May Not Know About Oregon
Discover 40 fun facts about Oregon, from Crater Lake and the Portland Penny to Tater Tots and the exploding whale, with sources and common myths corrected.
Here’s 12 Movies You May Not Know Were Filmed in Oregon
With so many beautiful places in Oregon, magical forests and perfect small towns, filmmakers couldn't pick a better place to shoot a movie. Today, we've put together a list of some movies that you may not…
24 Abandoned Places in Oregon That Are Downright Awesome
Oregon is home to so much fascinating history, and with that there is so many awesome abandoned places to explore here. Some of these places are slowly being reclaimed by the Earth, and some of them are…
Oregon Blew Up a Whale in 1970, and the Disaster Was Caught on Camera
Originally published in 2015; updated in August 2026. There are Oregon stories that sound a little exaggerated by the time they reach you. Maybe they have been polished over years of campfire retellings, or perhaps someone…
16 Haunted Places in Oregon: Chilling Legends and Fall Road Trip Stops
Oregon has no shortage of atmospheric old hotels, historic theatres, lighthouses, military sites, and cemeteries. This fall-ready guide collects 16 places tied to enduring ghost stories and local legends—plus practical notes for visiting responsibly.A note on…