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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.
One of the unique recreation experiences you can have in the Beaver State is the opportunity to rent some of our historic fire lookout rentals in Oregon. These towers can make the perfect weekend getaway with a 360-degree…
Mt. Hood is one of the most sought-after places to visit in Oregon, no matter what the season. We have put together some Mt. Hood cabins for rent to help you get started if you are…
Note: This is an at-your-own-risk activity that includes potentially dangerous spots. Declared by the Salmonberry Trail Intergovernmental Agency and the Port of Tillamook Bay Railroad, the route through the Salmonberry Canyon is considered "dangerous and closed…
We price-checked 15 Oregon Coast vacation rentals for the same two-night stay. See mandatory totals, candid tradeoffs, and the one option still under $100 a night.
With so many beautiful places in Oregon, magical forests and perfect small towns, filmmakers couldn't pick a better place to shoot a movie. Today, we've put together a list of some movies that you may not…
This isn't your typical Oregon coast forest because it's actually in the water. Two thousand years ago a powerful earthquake shifted part of an ancient sitka spruce forest in Neskowin Oregon into the tidal zone, creating…
Oregon is known for its fiery colors set against a backdrop of dark evergreens, and what better time than now to get out and explore those places you haven't been to yet. It's truly one of…
Originally published in 2015; updated in August 2026. There are Oregon stories that sound a little exaggerated by the time they reach you. Maybe they have been polished over years of campfire retellings, or perhaps someone…
Pizza lovers rejoice! We've scoured the Willamette Valley region, including Eugene and Springfield, to find the absolute best pizza joints. Whether you prefer classic or gourmet toppings, thick or thin crusts, these top pizzerias are sure…
