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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,…
Just a mere few hundred feet away from the Cape Meares Lighthouse on the Oregon Coast is a massive Sitka spruce, known as the Octopus Tree. Hiking to the tree is a quick 0.4-mile through the Cape…
I recently came across a photo from Jeffrey S. Green, who posts his incredible images at his Facebook page representing Dynamic Photography. I was instantly captivated by the photo, and naturally curious as to the history…
Mountain biking, skiing, hiking, rafting, and mountaineering. This relaxing Oregon Bed and Breakfast in Sandy has you covered when it comes to experiencing Oregon's great outdoors. Nestled at the Joining of the Sandy and Salmon rivers,…
If you're looking to see some beautiful fall foliage this year in Oregon, or want an easy hike to do with your family during the summer, you'll love to the Rogue Gorge Trail not far from…
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…
Is the Oregon Coast Aquarium worth it? Plan a Newport visit with realistic timing, weather strategy, family logistics, accessibility notes and nearby stops.
The Proxy Falls Trailhead is located in the Willamette National Forest, just a short distance from the Three Sisters Wilderness in Central Oregon. This stunning waterfall is just one of the many beautiful destinations within the…
Nestled amidst the stunning Oregon Coast lies a hidden gem that has left me in awe every time I've visited. Just an hour's drive west of Eugene, 10 miles south of Mapleton, and a short distance…
There are places in Oregon that look beautiful in photographs, and then there are places that somehow manage to look even more unreal when you finally see them with your own eyes. Tamolitch Blue Pool is…
There is never a shortage of hikes to discover in Central Oregon, and Chush Falls (formerly known as Squaw Creek Falls) is one you absolutely must check out if you are looking to explore near Bend,…
She's easily shot more photos of old historic schools than anyone I know in Oregon, and her goal is to eventually find them all. Her name is Danielle Denham, and she has a fascination with not…
