The Best Beaches on the Oregon Coast From the mouth of the Columbia River on the Pacific Ocean, on down through Cannon Beach, Rockaway Beach, Pacific City, the Oregon Dunes, Heceta Head Lighthouse, and the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, these are the best...
Central Oregon's Painted Hills is one of those awe-inspiring things you have to see in person. Photos simply aren't enough to convey how impressive this prehistoric landscape is. Many Oregonians have never been to the Painted Hills or don't realize...
While the big hairy beast hasn't been caught yet, the trap has been set. If there was such a thing as a bigfoot trap, OF COURSE, it would be in Oregon. In fact, it's been here since 1974 when it was built. Said to be restored in 2006, this 10-foot-high cube of bolted...
If you've been to Portland, you've probably seen the Portland Aerial Tram or driven under it. You may have even taken a ride on it to get up Marquam Hill to OHSU. You might not know the history of the tram though, or how much work it takes to keep it running smoothly...
There's nothing that fascinates me more than old historic photos, and especially in Oregon. These vintage photos include the Oregon Coast, Portland, forests, and other various parts of Oregon. Take a look and let us know what you think in the comments. Portland Public...
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...
This is hiking Oregon in the rain, and we have put a list featuring hikes in Oregon that are perfect for rainy days. Raindrops smack into leaves above your head, drip down through the canopy, and finally splash down into the cool running waters of a rushing creek....
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...
This article has been updated to reflect the holidays for 2022. Have you ever seen the movie The Polar Express? Have you ever wished you could take a magical train ride with your family or friends during the holidays and meet Santa? It turns out holiday rides are a...
Pioneer Courthouse Square is sometimes called 'Portland's Living Room'. It's a great place to relax, hang out, or meet up in downtown Portland. Pioneer Square has been a popular place to host events such as holiday ale festivals, concerts, education exhibitions, and...
Hoarders, hauntings, decay, an attack with a hatchet, and a stabbing. These are things associated with the former home of Harry Sherman Flavel, also known as Hatchet Harry. The tale that unfolded in the long-abandoned house on 15th and Franklin Avenue in Astoria...
There's nothing more beautiful than autumn, especially in Oregon. For a lot of us, it's our favorite time of the year as the holidays approach. Football games, the change in the air, the crisp mornings and the shorter days are just a few things we love about the new...