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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…
For all you cyclists in the northwest, you're going to love this. An amazing 668-mile singletrack mountain bike trail just opened in Oregon, and it's known as the Oregon Timber Trail. Oh yeah, this trail essentially…
Are you a thrill-seeker? Do you enjoy haunted hikes? Want to experience the terror of coming face to face with the dreaded red-eyed children? Think you're brave enough to take a night hike to one of…
Want to make camping a little more interesting this year? Then you'll be sure to want to check out Camp Dakota offering family and group camping in a beautiful forest nestled in the Cascade foothills. Honestly,…
It's 2 am and I'm barely awake and trying to get the crust out of my eyes, tripping over my hiking pack and looking for the coffee pot in the dark. Finally, I have found it…
No matter the weather, most of these hikes in Oregon are absolutely stunning. So if you're looking to get out and explore Oregon, we have you covered with these 18 incredibly majestic Oregon trails. Add em…
