One Person Dies After Sneaker Wave Pulls Them Out to Sea Near Siletz Bay
UPDATE: There are now conflicting details regarding Sunday’s tragic ocean incident near Siletz Bay in Lincoln City. KGW initially reported that the person who died was a surfer caught in a current and pulled out to sea. However, other outlets, including OregonLive, describe the victim simply as a beachgoer who was swept away by a sneaker wave. North Lincoln Fire & Rescue crews responded to a distress call Sunday afternoon after reports of a surfer being pulled out to sea by a powerful...
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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.
Oregon’s Hells Canyon Is Deeper Than The Grand Canyon, And It’s Dark History Runs Even Deeper
Deeper than the Grand Canyon, rich in Native legend, steeped in tragedy, and overflowing with fierce beauty, these are the untold stories of Hells Canyon in Oregon.
Trail Trouble at Crater Lake as Only Path to the Water Closes for Three Summers
Crater Lake’s only trail to the water is closing in 2026. Here’s what’s happening, how long the closure will last, and what it means for your next trip.
This Breathtaking Oregon Coast Road Trip Will Take You To 10 Of The Most Dramatic Natural Wonders
Thunderous waves carve secrets into sea caves, mist drapes ancient forests, and every cliff holds a legend waiting to be discovered.
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!
Smoky Goodness And Mouthwatering BBQ Are Front And Center At This Newport Gem
BBQ magic await at The Wilds Tap House & BBQ in Newport, Oregon. Dive into smoky brisket, ribs, wings, and scratch-made sides.
The Line May Be Long at Cone Heads, but This Cottage Grove Ice Cream Shop Is Totally Worth It
Tucked inside the Cottage Grove public market is a 200-square-foot ice cream shop that’s quickly become one of Oregon’s best-kept secrets: if you can find a moment without a line out the door....
Just Minutes From Portland, This Classic Drive-In Has Been Serving Up Juicy Burgers Since 1968
Craving thick milkshakes, crispy fries, and old-school burgers? This retro drive-in just 13 minutes from Portland has been dishing out classic American eats since the 60s.
Oregon Governor Pushes New Gas Tax, Transit Payroll Hike to Avoid ODOT Layoffs
Governor Tina Kotek is banking on a controversial mix of tax hikes and fee increases to plug a $350 million budget hole in Oregon’s transportation department — and she expects lawmakers to sign off on it during a special legislative session scheduled for August 29. As...
Volunteer Diver Turned Away As Family Of Dillon Falls Victim Urges Focus On Official Search
Family of missing Dillon Falls victim supports official search, asks volunteer diver to step back amid misinformation concerns. Authorities continue efforts to recover the final missing individual.
Teen Killed in Tillamook Hit-and-Run, Suspect Believed to Have Fled the Country
A tragic hit-and-run on Highway 18 in Tillamook County left one 17-year-old dead and two others seriously injured earlier this month, and now authorities believe the driver responsible has fled the country. The crash happened in the early hours of July 12 when...
Experts Say Hot Springs Are the Secret to Romance if the Right Person Sees You
In the misty mountains of the Pacific Northwest, a new romance trend is bubbling up—literally. Experts say that the secret to romance in this neck of the woods might just lie in the region’s famous hot springs. But, there’s a catch: it only works if the right person...
Ozzy Osbourne To Headline Heaven’s Main Stage, Lucifer Sues For Breach Of Contract
HEAVEN — In what celestial insiders are calling the most shocking lineup shakeup in millennia, sources confirmed Tuesday that heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne will headline Heaven’s main stage this summer, prompting Lucifer himself to file a breach of contract lawsuit...
New Oregon Coast Park Lets Tourists Ride Dolphins Like Sea Cowboys
BANDON, OR — In a bold move that has marine biologists questioning their life choices, a new Oregon Coast attraction is allowing visitors to “saddle up” and ride dolphins like aquatic cowboys. The park, officially named Flipper Junction Adventure Park, opened this...
Groundhog Rescued From Bandon’s West Coast Game Park Safari Raid Now Thriving in California
Rescued from a troubled safari park, a groundhog named Maple is now thriving at a Fresno Zoo. Discover her wild journey and the massive rescue behind it.
Second Missing Woman’s Body Recovered After Group Swept Over Oregon Waterfall
The search for six people who were swept over Dillon Falls on the Deschutes River Saturday afternoon has taken another heartbreaking turn. On Monday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that divers recovered the body of a second woman from the river around...
Pack of Hungry Cougars Storm Springfield Walmart
SPRINGFIELD, OR — Panic broke out Monday afternoon when a pack of hungry cougars stormed the Springfield Walmart, raiding shelves and sending shoppers sprinting for the exits. Witnesses say the animals first appeared in the parking lot around 2 p.m., circling shopping...
New Floating Weed Shop Turns Crater Lake Into Oregon’s Most Relaxed Tourist Attraction
CRATER LAKE, OR — In a bold move that has park rangers scratching their heads and several kayakers bobbing in approval, Oregon’s first floating marijuana dispensary officially opened this week on Crater Lake. The aptly named “Lake and Bake Cannabis Co.” is a...