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.
It's not the Blue Whale. In fact, it has a total weight of more than 20 Blue Whales, and here's a hint: Alice would be proud. Located in the Blue Mountains within the Malheur National Forest in Eastern Oregon, armillaria ostoyae is an enormous organism dubbed the...
When people think of Oregon they tend to think of lush green forests filled with ferns, long weeks of rain in the winter, and perhaps of Oregon's abundance of stunning waterfalls. What you might not have known is that two thirds of Oregon has a completely different...
From humble beginnings in 1890s New Jersey and contracting polio at age 7 (which left her with a lifelong limp), Dorothea Lange went on to become one of the most prolific photojournalists of her era. At the time she graduated high school, Lange had never even owned or...
As the sun rises over another day on the trail, it's just you and nature. There are no crowds on the rugged and scenic Oregon Desert Trail. In fact, this 750 mile route located on public lands is meant to bring you solitude as you explore Oregon's spectacular high...
With a new year comes new opportunities for adventure. Here are five adrenaline pumping adventures for Oregon's thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies to get your heart pounding. 1. Bungee Jumping In Bend Oregon This Bend Oregon company will help you take a 250 foot...
Whether you're young or old, fit or self-described couch-potato, hiking is one of those diversely perfect activities that can cost little to no money but be a richly rewarding experience. From easy jaunts to find a hidden waterfall, to 750-mile excursions through the...
From lush rainforest to Oregon's high desert, twao our highest mountain peaks, our state has a lot to show off. And Oregon State Parks as you can imagine are some of our finest places to visit. Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. It has...
Not many people realize just how rich a history John Day Oregon offers up for us to explore. Beyond being a gold rush town, and beyond the John Day Fossil Beds, there's a history that stretches across the ocean all the way to Guangdong China. John Day once held the...
Do you dream of the '90s? If so, next time you're in Bend you may want to reminisce a bit and check out Blockbuster video. That's right, in case you didn't know, miraculously there were still a few Blockbusters in business. In fact, just over a year ago I personally...
It wasn't until I took a road trip east, clear across Oregon, that I realized there was this whole other incredible world that I hadn't experienced. A part of Oregon that is unlike anything in the west and Eastern Oregon has some serious bragging rights. The scenic...
Central Oregon's Painted Hills is one of those awe-inspiring things you have to see in person. Photos simply aren't enough to convey how impressive this prehistoric landscape is. Many Oregonians have never been to the Painted Hills or don't realize...
Eastern Oregon is easily one of the most gorgeous areas you can visit in the Beaver State. And not only is the eastern side gorgeous but along the way, you will stumble across many hidden gems. The scenic roads that run for hundreds of miles will include restaurants,...