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Oregon Coast winter is not beach weather. It is ocean weather—and that is exactly why the right kind of traveler falls hard for it. I lived in Lincoln City long enough to know the rain can…
A man from Portland, Oregon, has recently become the first person ever to traverse Antarctica on his own, with no assistance needed. 33-year-old Colin O'Brady even documented the whole mind blowing journey on his Instagram page,…
Beautiful and treacherous, scenic, and well worth the trip, Cape Kiwanda on the Oregon coast is a stunning place to add to your bucket list. From fishing to sandboarding, whale watching to hang gliding, the Cape…
Moss covers the trail and hangs from the branches of trees that tower over you and disappear into the sky. You can't tell how tall the gigantic trees are until you see a fallen Douglas Fir…
When headed out to camp, it's not just pitching a tent anymore and calling it good. Glamorous camping, also known as glamping, is the new buzz and has become hugely popular in the last few years. And…
The Oregon Coast is nothing short of magical. It's truly the one place I can get away and sort of reset. A place where I can clear my mind, and become centered again. Every chance I…
Depending on where you are along the Pacific Ocean, from Alaska to Baja California, you will come across beautiful sand dollars. It's officially known as the Dendraster Excentricus and is a member of the order Clypeasteroida.…
Crater Lake is the blue gem of the Oregon Cascades. People travel worldwide to see Crater Lake in all its shining blue glory, but not many realize how many awesome hiking trails are nearby, both inside…
Plan Your Oregon Coast Beach Trip This roundup is a starting point, not a substitute for a current destination plan. Use the regional Coast Guide pages for town-by-town lodging, food, events, road conditions, and nearby attractions:…
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…
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…
Work has left you weary. The city life has drained you. You need a place to escape. You need time to relax and recharge. Sunset Lodging in Sunriver promises not only to give you an unforgettable…
