Rugged beauty, adventure, and a thriving art scene make Joseph one of our top picks for places to visit in Oregon this year. Recently Joseph was ranked in the top 20 most beautiful small towns in the US by Travel + Leisure, and with good reason. Joseph, Oregon Is...
Ever wondered about all the dangerous, venomous, poisonous, and toxic stuff Oregon has to offer? We have too. Therefore, That Oregon Life has compiled a list of MOST of those things in one handy article with some caveats, of course. Not all of the flora, fauna, and...
Have you ever wanted to go skydiving but have been too scared to try it out? Jumping out of a plane can be intimidating, but you can still get the experience and adrenaline rush at iFLY in Portland, Oregon. One of the best things about iFLY is that the whole family...
Most people who live in Oregon have heard of Mount Hood Meadows, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Timberline Lodge. All of these are prime spots for winter and summer recreation on Mount Hood, but have you ever heard of Cooper Spur Mountain Resort? Cooper Spur is hidden away on...
Beginning on February 1st, 2023, you can celebrate the "Month of Love" in local Tualatin parks. In an event similar to the Oregon coast's Finders Keepers, 175 beautiful hand-blown heart-shaped glass baubles will be hidden around local parks and trails. Be lucky enough...
The last low tides of the season are forecast to flood shallow beaches in the Pacific Northwest starting Friday, between January 20th and 22nd. KOIN 6 News Meteorologist Kelley Bayern reports the tide will swell to more than 9 feet at times this weekend. Large waves...
Dotted along the Oregon Coast you will find no shortage of motels, hotels, or boutique places to rest your head. But if you want to stay at a place that feels familiar and warm, inviting and elegant. A place that knows it's 5 star, but doesn’t brag. One that truly...
When you are headed to one of Oregon's favorite coastal towns, Newport, the Fishtails Cafe is an absolute must if you are looking for a good meal. Open seven days a week until 4pm, you will surely not be disappointed when visiting Fishtails. The small coastal town has...
Whether you’re looking for a change of scenery for a few days or you’re interested in exploring Clackamas County, this one-of-a-kind Airbnb in Oregon may be just what you're looking for. At the time of writing this, the property is now available to rent at your...
Thick juicy beef patties with Tillamook cheese, perfectly seasoned curly fries, and over a dozen flavors of milkshakes made with Umpqua ice cream have made Big Jim's Drive-In a local favorite since 1966. If you're driving through The Dalles in Oregon, you can't skip a...
Fully funded on Indiegogo, the Oculis Lodge is expected to open in April of 2023 in the Cascade mountains of Washington. These stargazing domes will offer the opportunity to get out into nature 'glamping' style with all the luxuries of a hotel, including private...
For many years now, Finders Keepers has been hiding these beautiful colorful glass floats on the beaches of Lincoln City, making for a fun adventure and a great excuse to get to the Oregon Coast. The event is set by local tourism organization Explore Lincoln City, and...