Five Years Ago Today Was the Last Time Michael Bryson’s Parents Saw Him Alive
Editor’s Note: August 5, 2025 marks the five-year anniversary of the day Michael Bryson disappeared. This update includes new information gathered during a phone interview I conducted today with Michael’s parents, Tina and Parrish Bryson. It has been five years since 27-year-old Michael Bryson vanished without a trace from a remote campground in Oregon, and his family is still no closer to knowing what happened. On August 5, 2020, Michael was at a weeklong birthday party at Hobo Campground in...
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.
Tickle Your Isolated Taste Buds with Divine Cake at This Little Bakery in Oregon
From decadent chocolate cakes, rich cheesecakes, and delicious torte, this place is set up to be your go to spot for a sweet treat!
The Coolest Museum In Oregon Just Named World’s Favorite Pinball Spot
When I was a kid, one of my favorite things to do was go to the arcade with a group of friends. With home video game consoles, many arcades have fallen by the wayside over the years and closed up...
Feast on Bigfoot Approved Mouthwatering BBQ at This Local Favorite Joint in Oregon
Nestled in the heart of Lebanon, Oregon, J&C Bigfoot Grille has become a local legend, blending the art of craft burgers with award-winning BBQ in a way that's as unique as the mythical creature...
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!
This Little Oregon Gem Serves Up Mouthwatering Fish & Chips
Ever found yourself on the Oregon coast and craving some top-notch seafood? Look no further than Grizzly Tuna, a quaint roadside seafood shack in Seaside, Oregon that's been making waves with its...
The Regional Restaurant That Oregonians Embrace for Its Local Charm
Reflecting on the nostalgic memories of the 1990s, Shari's Cafe and Pies in Oregon holds a special place in the hearts of many who grew up during that era. Back then, it was more than just a...
This Upscale Steakhouse in Oregon Is Every Carnivore’s Dream Come True
Disclaimer: Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse (which literally translates to “ground fire”) is a chain restaurant and though we like to highlight locally-owned establishments here, there’s an...
A Hiker’s Guide to Tamolitch Blue Pool
Nestled within the mystical McKenzie River Valley, dry Tamolitch Falls, also known as Oregon’s Blue Pool, is a dazzling sight to behold. With its vibrant turquoise waters, the pool is a treasure hidden within the Willamette National Forest, waiting to be discovered....
This Easy Hike to Beautiful Chush Falls is the Perfect Bend Day Trip
There is never a shortage of hikes to discover in Central Oregon, and Chush Falls (formerly known as Squaw Creek Falls) is one you absolutely must check out if you are looking to explore near Bend, Oregon. At one point, this hike was only a 2-mile round trip but the...
26 Historic Oregon Schoolhouses Still Standing Today
She's easily shot more photos of old historic schools than anyone I know in Oregon, and her goal is to eventually find them all. Her name is Danielle Denham, and she has a fascination with not just Oregon history itself - but making trips to historic, abandoned...
Oregon Timber Trail: 668 Miles of Paradise for Mountain Biking
For all you cyclists in the northwest, you're going to love this. An amazing 668-mile singletrack mountain bike trail just opened in Oregon, and it's known as the Oregon Timber Trail. Oh yeah, this trail essentially spans the entirety of the state. “What sets [The...
12 Haunted Trails in the Northwest You May Never Return From
Are you a thrill-seeker? Do you enjoy haunted hikes? Want to experience the terror of coming face to face with the dreaded red-eyed children? Think you're brave enough to take a night hike to one of these creepy places in the great northwest? Who knows, maybe you'll...
Eclipse predicted to cause ‘the biggest traffic event in Oregon history’
We're now a month away from the solar eclipse, and Oregon Department of Transportation spokesman Don Hamilton is predicting the event will cause "the biggest traffic event in Oregon history" on August 21. And when you hear they estimate some one million people are...
This Oregon Campground Offers Paintball, Zip Lines, Disc Golf and More
Want to make camping a little more interesting this year? Then you'll be sure to want to check out Camp Dakota offering family and group camping in a beautiful forest nestled in the Cascade foothills. Honestly, I don't know of any other place to camp that's quite as...
Crater Lake Zipline: Zip From Tree to Tree This Summer
If you're looking for some serious fun this year that the whole family can enjoy, look no further as the Crater Lake Zipline is a unique adventure you have to try at least once if you're in Oregon. To be clear, this zip line does not take you over Crater Lake in...
12 Mouthwatering Oregon Coast Restaurants With Amazing Ocean Views
There really is no place in the world like the Oregon Coast. It's truly one of the most relaxed, amazing experiences anyone can have in Oregon. Not only is it a great place to walk on the beach, but there are plenty of tasty places to eat on the Oregon Coast offering...
There’s A Rare Total Solar Eclipse Happening This Summer in Oregon
This may be the most exciting thing happening in Oregon for summer of 2017. There is an extremely rare eclipse that will be passing over the Beaver State, and it's truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. The last time a total eclipse passed over the Northwest was...