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Violent, mesmerizing, and beautiful, the waves of the Pacific Ocean have slowly carved out what is known as the Devils Punchbowl in Oregon. Devils Punchbowl was once a sea cave, but eventually, the roof of the…
An absolutely awesome place popped up recently as I was looking into some fun things to do with my kids this year. While this place is not in Oregon, it's only a hop and a skip…
Devil's Lake Campground at the Devil's Lake State Recreation Area is the only Oregon coast campground found right in the middle of a city. This has always been a popular spot for summertime recreation in Lincoln…
Yesterday a three foot long baby Salmon shark washed on shore near Tillicum Oregon. The shark was dead and not a threat to the public. The Hatfield Marine Center sent a professor from OSU to pick…
Everyone has a favorite trail or waterfall they love to visit in Oregon. Unfortunately many much loved areas have become overcrowded, especially spots within an hour or two of the Portland Metro area. It can be…
Birds sing, a gentle breeze blows wispy white clouds across the blue sky, and the warmth of the sun on your face reminds you why you've come: to escape into the wilderness of Oregon's stunning high…
Here's something you don't see every day, which I found particularly interesting. Oregon Coast Beach Connection, a fascinating site that covers anything and everything that's coast-related, recently reported on some rare and surreal rock formations, which…
A few thousand years ago a volcanic fissure opened up in Oregon's high desert near Christmas Valley. These fissures in the earth's surface are usually filled with rock and soil after they're formed, but because the…
If you're looking for a beautiful wilderness trail to get you away from the city, the McNeil Point Trail near Hood River is ready to show you jaw-dropping views. The trail to McNeil Point is difficult…
Plan a Row River Trail walk or bike ride near Cottage Grove with trailheads, distance, parking, Dorena Lake, covered bridges, and Stand By Me history.
Oregon trails range from short waterfall walks and mossy coastal paths to exposed desert climbs and remote mountain routes. This statewide guide highlights 37 memorable options across the coast, Cascades, Columbia River Gorge, Willamette Valley, Southern…
In 2017 a large portion of the Columbia River Gorge was damaged during the Eagle Creek Fire, a 49 thousand acre fire caused by firecrackers thrown by a 15-year-old boy. The fire was incredibly destructive and…
