Eastern Oregon

Eastern Oregon is a vast region of the state of Oregon, encompassing over half of its land area. It is known for its rugged landscapes, including the high desert, stunning mountain ranges, and winding rivers. The region is also known for its agriculture, particularly for the production of wheat, hay, and cattle. Eastern Oregon is home to several charming small towns, historic sites, and recreational areas, including the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, the Wallowa Mountains, and the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Eastern Oregon for its opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.

Unwind At a Rustic Oregon Cabin With This Gorgeous Mountain View

by Jessica Tomlinson | February 8, 2021 | Adventures, Cabins, Camping, Central Oregon, Eastern Oregon, Featured, Lodging, Stargazing, Travel, Vacation Rentals, Wildlife | 0 Comments

Birds sing, a gentle breeze blows wispy white clouds across the blue sky, and the warmth of the sun on your face reminds you why you've come: to escape into the wilderness of Oregon's stunning high desert. Perhaps you've come to see the John Day Fossil Beds, or to fish for smallmouth bass, or...

Crack In The Ground Hike: A 2 Mile Long Volcanic Fissure In Oregon

by Jessica Tomlinson | February 1, 2021 | Adventures, Eastern Oregon, Featured, Hiking, Interesting, Photography, Photos, Things To Do, Travel, Weird, Weird Oregon | 0 Comments

A few thousand years ago a volcanic fissure opened up in Oregon's high desert near Christmas Valley. These fissures in the earth's surface are usually filled with rock and soil after they're formed, but because the area is so arid, Crack In The Ground has remained the same for thousands of years...

Maxville: The Oregon Ghost Town That Flouted Jim Crow

by Danielle Denham | January 8, 2021 | Conservation, Eastern Oregon, Education, Featured, History, News, Stories | 0 Comments

Before I had developed an interest in and explored many of Oregon's "Ghost Towns", Maxville was quite unknown to me. Located deep in Wallowa County, little is physically left of the old logging town but rich and sometimes disturbing history remains. One night I managed to catch an episode of OPB's...

37 Awe-Inspiring Oregon Trails to Hike In 2024

by Tyler James | January 8, 2021 | Adventures, Central Oregon, Eastern Oregon, Featured, Forest Bathing, Hiking, Interesting, Mt. Hood, Oregon Coast, Photography, Travel, Waterfalls | 0 Comments

As this last year comes to a closure, life may have taken some unexpected turns. However, there are plenty of Oregon trailheads for a detour if you’re looking to reset and breathe some fresh air. I personally feel like there’s no better place than being in nature to reset and feel whole...

This Historic Haunted Hotel Sits On A Hot Spring And Is Expected To Reopen This November

by Jessica Tomlinson | October 14, 2020 | Eastern Oregon, Entertainment, Featured, History, Interesting, Lodging, Things To Do, Travel, Weird, Weird Oregon | 0 Comments

A hotel, a bathhouse, a sanitorium, a WWII nurse training center, and a bed and breakfast are just a few of the evolutions the Hot Lake Hotel has gone through since the first structure was built at Hot Lake in Oregon in 1864. The property and hotel have been owned by several people, have...

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