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 is almost as mythical as a unicorn. They might remind you of My Little Ponies with the...
Between Tillamook Bay and the sea there’s a narrow, sandy peninsula where, 100 years ago, a town stood. Not just any town – one of the biggest ones on the Oregon Coast. With a municipal swimming hall full of warm saltwater and a surf generator. The reason it’s gone...
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 a glimpse into another time, a time that...
We're so lucky to live in an amazing state where you don't have to drive far to enjoy relaxing Oregon Hot Springs. It feels so good to soak in these mineral hot springs. After my recent trip to Bagby Hot Springs I wanted to share all of the known Oregon hot springs...
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 about. It's the story of a crystal cave, that...
One of the most fascinating places in the whole world is right here in Oregon, and it's known as Crater Lake National Park. Crater Lake is known as one of the seven wonders of Oregon. Probably the most talked about tourist attraction in Oregon, 500,000 people come...
Where you can find the Hot Lake Hotel The Hot Lake Hotel in Union City is about 10 miles from La Grande, and may be one of the most mysterious and fascinating places I've read about in Oregon. You will read this hotel was first "discovered" August 7th of 1812 by...
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Before we enjoyed 80 inch 4K resolution smart tvs in the comfort of our living rooms, and well before my time decades ago, drive-in movie theaters were everywhere. In the United States alone, by the 1950s there were more than 4,000 drive-in theaters. The first one...
Are you looking for the best waterfalls in Oregon now that the weather's warming up? While Southern Oregon waterfalls aren't talked about as much, we wanted to share with you some of the most gorgeous waterfalls in Southern Oregon. This road trip features waterfalls,...
There are plenty of trendy speakeasies and secret bars in the Portland area, but this new establishment hidden in a Sellwood neighborhood has set the bar for authenticity and pure excellence. Sure you can go to the well-known "secret" Circa 33, or visit Upright...
Beginning with “The Fisherman’s Bride,” the first film shot in Astoria, Oregon in 1908, more than 300 major motion pictures have been filmed in different parts of Oregon. A comprehensive listing of these movies can be found at Wikipedia. Additional information on...