This Historic Oregon Tavern Dating Back To 1922 Is Still A Local Favorite Today

If you blink, you might miss it. Tucked away along a quiet country road outside Hillsboro, surrounded by open farmland and a slower pace of life, sits a red building that has been feeding Oregonians for more than a century. There’s no big city buzz here, no trendy...

This Charming Log Cabin Café in Oregon Is the Pizza Stop You Didn’t Know You Needed

There’s a stretch of Highway 26 on the way to Mount Hood where the air feels a little fresher, the trees grow a little taller, and if you time it just right, you’ll stumble onto one of the coziest food stops in Oregon. That’s exactly how many people discover Zigzag...

The 42 Best Oregon Mom & Pop Restaurants to Eat At in 2026

We're going a bit out on a limb here at That Oregon Life. This story began as a sort of "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" compilation, but after a giant list of my own and a slew of recommendations from friends all over the state, we realized that wasn't going to work....

This Beloved Tigard Restaurant Has Been Serving Comfort (And Legendary Pie) Since 1979

There are restaurants you try once… and then there are the ones you grow up with. The ones where the coffee is always hot, the booths feel like they’ve heard a thousand stories, and the pie case quietly calls your name before you even sit down. In Tigard, Oregon, that...

New In-N-Out Near Portland Opens Thursday and It’s Expected to Draw Huge Crowds

If you’ve been waiting for another reason to make a quick trip across the river, this might be it. Southwest Washington is about to welcome a familiar favorite, and for plenty of Oregonians, it is going to feel like it’s right in the neighborhood. In-N-Out Burger is...
Experienced Hunter Reported Missing Near Estacada; Search Teams Hear Gunfire in the Night

Experienced Hunter Reported Missing Near Estacada; Search Teams Hear Gunfire in the Night

A large-scale search is underway in the Mount Hood National Forest after a 51-year-old man from Hubbard failed to return home from a hunting trip Friday night. According to the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office, the man — identified as Devon Dobek — had been hunting roughly 20 miles from Estacada when he went missing. Dobek had reportedly messaged a friend earlier in the day to say he’d successfully harvested a deer and expected to return home soon, but never did. Deputies later found Dobek’s...

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.

The Iconic Hiking Trail In Oregon That Will Transport You To Another World

The Iconic Hiking Trail In Oregon That Will Transport You To Another World

The gentle sound of icy water rushing down stream as it winds it’s way through the trees, wind passing through branches, and lapping water at the lake’s edge. Shady green forest, lava flows, gorgeous mountain views, waterfalls, and meadows. All of these things are waiting for you on the Green Lakes Trail in central Oregon.

Unwind This Summer at a Stunning Lodge on the Scenic Oregon Coast

Unwind This Summer at a Stunning Lodge on the Scenic Oregon Coast

The smell of salt and the sea, damp forest earth, and adventure floating in on the summer breeze. It’s all waiting for you on the Oregon coast at one of our favorite spots to relax, recharge, and get away for some outdoor fun.

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!

Stay In The Cutest Little Cabin This Fall In Sunriver Oregon

Stay In The Cutest Little Cabin This Fall In Sunriver Oregon

Sunriver Oregon and the surrounding areas are a beautiful place to explore at any time of year, but as the evenings grow chilly and the leaves begin to change for fall, it's the perfect time to get away with loved ones. We have the cutest little cabin for you and your...

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