Multnomah Falls Becomes First Pay-Per-View Waterfall as Oregon Finds New Way to Monetize Nature
If it feels like Oregon is charging you for the very air you breathe, that’s because they probably just haven’t figured out how to meter it yet. After the freshly announced $10 parking fee at Vista House, Oregon State Parks has unveiled its boldest plan yet: slapping a massive black curtain in front of Multnomah Falls and charging visitors pay-per-view prices to see water fall from the sky. Starting in 2026, anyone hoping to admire Oregon’s most famous waterfall will be greeted not by the...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
It’s Impossible Not To Love This Breathtaking Wild Flower Trail In Oregon
Marys Peak provides a unique vantage point, a place where the serene beauty of the ocean meets the rugged grandeur of the mountain ranges.
Oregon Coast Aquarium Recognized by Newsweek Among Best in the U.S.
The Oregon Coast Aquarium made the nomination list, but now they need your vote, and there's only two days left! From Crater Lake National Park, to hidden beaches, treetop adventures, towering...
Record Fentanyl Seizures in Portland for 2024 Outdo 2023’s Entire Year
According to a report by Willamette Week, the Portland Police Bureau's specialized narcotics task force has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against drug trafficking, with a record...
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
Eugene’s First Major Brewery to Close After 32 Years of Business
It's with a heavy heart I share the news that Eugene has to bid farewell to a beloved culinary landmark, Steelhead Brewing Company. This establishment isn't just any restaurant to me; it's a place...
In-N-Out’s Northwest Expansion Grows as Ridgefield Welcomes Iconic Burger Chain
In-N-Out's Northwest Expansion Grows As New Location Planned For Ridgefield From its humble beginnings as California's first drive-thru hamburger stand in a snug 100 square foot space in Baldwin...
Locals Can’t Get Enough of the Hand-Pulled Noodles at Oregon’s Latest Chinese Haven
There are very few places in the Portland area to get great hand-pulled noodles, but we can all rejoice because now Noodle Dynasty is here! This new restaurant opened in January so they’ve only been...
Take a Drive Through This Incredible 600-Acre Oregon Animal Park
One of my absolute FAVORITE Oregon attractions is the Wildlife Safari in Winston, just south of Roseburg. If you're thinking this is just another zoo or an exploitation of animal rights ("Tiger King", I'm looking at YOU), think again. Your private drive in your own...
Take a Virtual Tour Through This Famous Japanese Garden in Oregon
Portland is home to an incredible garden that was planted to heal wounds and bring two cultures closer together. While some locals at first resisted the planting of the garden in 1963, the Japanese Garden has become an Oregon gem and a Portland treasure and is much...
Pink Floyd to Stream Full Concert Videos During COVID-19
If there's one thing we have no shortage of in America amidst the COVID-19 virus, it's at home entertainment. One of the most influential and talented bands ever known to man, Pink Floyd, is expected to launch a weekly series of full concert videos on YouTube starting...
Farmers’ Market in Corvallis, Oregon to open this Saturday
Looking to get some fresh produce? Well you will be happy to know the Corvallis-Albany Farmers' Market is expected to open up this Saturday, April 18. Of course, as shown in the post on Facebook, some basic guidelines should be followed in light of COVID-19. The...
Eerie Drone Video Shows Empty Streets of Portland Amidst Coronavirus
If there's anything good to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would be the clearer skies, the cleaner air, and something most of us have probably never seen in our lifetime as the busy streets in major cities like Portland have become quiet and like a ghost...
12 Irresistible Photos of Oregon Rivers You Must See
Oregon has incredible rivers and creeks to get out and explore. We thought we'd share some of our favorites with you so you can explore them through photos and start planning your warm weather Oregon adventures. 1. Sweet Creek Falls View this post on Instagram...
Dig Up Your Own Stunning Thunder Eggs At This Central Oregon Mine
If you're looking for a family friendly adventure when the weather warms up, hunting for Oregon's state rock is a great place to start. You can dig up your own beautiful thundereggs at a mine in central Oregon near Madras, which is a treasure hunt you don't want to...
Stuck Inside? Take A Virtual Oregon Nature Tour With Us
Nature is a vital part of many people's lives, which makes it difficult when stuck inside because of bad weather, social distancing, or just because you've been too busy to get out. We've compiled some of our favorite relaxing short videos that show off the best of...
104-Year-Old Oregon Man Believed To Be Oldest COVID-19 Survivor
I recently came across an incredible and heartwarming story from OPB about a man known as Bill Lapschies. The man had a big reason to celebrate in Lebanon, Oregon outside the Edward C. Allworth Veterans’ Home - at 104 years old he has officially beat COVID-19, also...
These Beautiful Wild Horses Were Unknown Until Discovered In Oregon In 1977
The Steens Mountains in Eastern Oregon were hiding a long forgotten secret: beautiful wild mustangs that had been long forgotten. This herd of Kiger Mustangs are direct descendants of horses brought to the New World by Conquistadors in the 16th century, and were...