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There are a lot of waterfall hikes in Oregon that people love to talk about. And don’t get me wrong, we have some absolute legends. But every once in a while, you find a place that…
Updated August 2026: Astoria’s Richard Fencsak Cathedral Tree Trail is 0.9 mile one way between the 2800 block of Irving Avenue and the Astoria Column, making the basic out-and-back about 1.8 miles. It is a pedestrian-only,…
There’s something unforgettable about standing on the Oregon coast, scanning the horizon, and suddenly spotting that telltale puff of mist rising from the ocean. For a moment, everything slows down. The wind, the waves, the noise…
If you’ve ever driven through north-central Oregon and thought, there’s gotta be something out there, you’re right… there is. And it might just be one of the most underrated places in the entire state. Cottonwood Canyon…
There’s a certain kind of magic you don’t expect to find in the high desert. Out past the sagebrush and open skies of Central Oregon, where the landscape feels rugged and timeless, there’s a place that…
There aren’t many places in the United States where you can watch a giraffe stroll past your windshield or hear a lion roar just a few yards away from your car. But in Southern Oregon, that…
There’s something quietly magical about hearing the soft clang of a trolley bell echo along Astoria’s waterfront. It feels like the sound of another era rolling gently back to life. Along the edge of the Columbia…
When the sun finally starts peeking through the clouds and Oregon’s forests burst back to life in spring, there’s no better excuse to get outside and try something a little adventurous. And just a short drive…
If you love antiques, shopping, and exploring for unique items and vintage clothing, Astoria, Oregon has a wealth of antique shops that are calling your name.
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what officials are calling a deeply troubling development, a 34 year old Portland resident has been placed on a community watchlist after failing to attend, organize, or aggressively livestream a single protest…
This is one of those spots where you'll definitely want to bring your camera to capture photos, as well as binoculars to take in all the stunning scenery.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has formally requested a major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump following severe storms that impacted the state in mid-December. According to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, storms…
