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NOTICE: Many trails on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge were closed as a result of damage from the Eagle Creek Fire. Please check the list of Columbia Gorge trail closures before you plan…
Three in 10 Americans believe Bigfoot is real, and the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization reports most Bigfoot sightings are in the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast. In 1972, you could dial BIG-FOOT (244-3668) in Portland…
Updated August 2026: Ramona Falls is a roughly seven-mile Mount Hood Wilderness hike to a 120-foot fan waterfall, but the mileage is not the hardest part. The route includes an unbridged crossing of the glacially fed…
Only a few miles off of Highway 26 near Seaside, this breathtaking hike to Saddle Mountain will take you through dense forests, and high into the beautiful coastal range of Oregon. If you're heading to Seaside…
Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States, filling a volcanic caldera formed when Mount Mazama collapsed about 7,700 years ago. Its blue water, Wizard Island, and the jagged Phantom Ship make this Southern…
Not to be confused with Crater Lake National Park, this serene spot nestled in the Mt. Hood National Forest is known as Crater Lake's little sister, Little Crater Lake. Whether you are looking for a gorgeous…
Seeking a memorable beach camping adventure on the Oregon Coast in 2024? Renowned for its dramatic coastal edges, untamed cliffs, and time-honored forests, the Oregon Coast offers an unparalleled experience for both families and explorers eager…
The Columbia River Gorge is home to many breathtaking places to explore and hike in Oregon. In my opinion, the Gorge, just outside of Portland, is one of the most incredible places you can visit. Sure,…
In 1938 two members of the lodge, Ulysses S. Hackney and Charles W. Loggan, came up with the idea of holding an outdoor stated meeting in the Malheur Cave 52 miles east of Burns. They devised…
Find the best hikes near Portland, Oregon—from city forests and easy waterfall walks to Columbia Gorge viewpoints and Mount Hood lake loops. Compare distance, difficulty, drive time, parking, pet rules and current planning links.
When it comes to an Oregon road trip, no matter which direction you head you are bound to discover beauty. If I am being honest, I don't feel like eastern Oregon is discussed enough. Traveling to…
Before we enjoyed 80 inch 4K resolution smart tvs in the comfort of our living rooms, and well before my time decades ago, drive-in movie theaters were everywhere. In the United States alone, by the 1950s…
