Thanksgiving can be stressful, and not everyone wants to cook a full spread. We've got you covered with a great list of dine-in and take-out options for Turkey Day! Let's face it, Thanksgiving can be hard. Not everyone lives close enough to family to spend time with...
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Skip The Crowds At Tillamook Cheese Factory And Discover This Hidden Gem
Tasty cheese, wine, and awesome grilled cheese sandwiches are just a few reasons to visit Blue Heron. Alongside the awesome food, the petting zoo and free roaming peacocks are also a main attraction. When most people think of Tillamook, they’re drawn right to the...
The Annual Ornament Treasure Hunt Is Happening Soon In Oregon!
200 Christmas ornaments will be hidden along select trails in Oregon forests. If you find one, you get to keep it and register for the grand prize! Who's up for an Oregon treasure hunt? Oregonians are familiar with all sorts of treasure hunt stories, from the...
Oregon’s Most Magical Christmas Light Displays To Make Your Season Sparkle
Millions of lights, visits from Santa, hot cocoa, German Christmas markets and more round out our favorites for holiday light displays in 2024! The holidays are here, and Oregon is ready to light up the season! From sparkling forests and glowing gardens to rivers...
These Ancient Lava Caves in Northern California Are Like Stepping Into Another World
900 caves, pretty wildflowers, stunning vistas, and oh yeah, did we mention that it's not far from the Oregon-California border? A year pass gets you in here and at Crater Lake National Park! Hey, what's the big deal? You're an Oregon travel blog, so why the heck are...
Your Ultimate 2024 Oregon Pumpkin Patch, Hayride & Maze Guide
Pumpkins, hay slides, corn mazes, pumpkin cannons, tractor rides, and haunted mazes round out the list of awesome fall activities this year at our favorite Oregon pumpkin patches! Looking for the perfect place to kick off fall fun in Oregon? From corn mazes and...
The Parade’s On Pause, But Halloweentown in Oregon Is Still a Halloween Favorite
Who's ready for spooky season? The Spirit of Halloweentown will be back in full swing this October, turning St. Helens, Oregon into a month-long Halloween extravaganza. While the beloved Halloween parade won’t be part of the festivities this year, there’s still plenty...
All Aboard! See Oregon’s Stunning Fall Colors on This Historic Train Ride
Fall in Oregon is a magical time and there’s no better way to soak in the season than with a ride on the historic Sumpter Valley Railroad. As the weather cools and leaves in Northeast Oregon turn vibrant shades of gold, these vintage trains offer a one-of-a-kind...
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
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,...
The Irresistible Shakes And Crepes at This Oregon Ice Cream Shop Are a Treat You Won’t Forget
A visit to this cute little ice cream shop is like taking a sweet trip down memory lane. Since opening in 2018, McBee’s Shakes Crepes & Cones has become a beloved spot where friends and family gather to enjoy some of the best treats Beaverton has to offer. Whether...
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...