Updated August 2026: Ramona Falls is a roughly seven-mile Mount Hood Wilderness hike to a 120-foot fan waterfall, but the mileage is not the hardest part. The route includes an unbridged crossing of the glacially fed Sandy River, where the channel, depth and current...
Only a few miles off of Highway 26 near Seaside, this breathtaking hike to Saddle Mountain will take you through dense forests, and high into the beautiful coastal range of Oregon. If you’re heading to Seaside or Cannon Beach to cool off for the weekend,...
Not to be confused with Crater Lake National Park, this serene spot nestled in the Mt. Hood National Forest is known as Crater Lake’s little sister, Little Crater Lake. Whether you are looking for a gorgeous place to hike, or just want a quiet place to camp,...
Planning details reviewed September 9, 2026. Portland is one of the rare cities where you can start the morning under a cathedral of firs, eat lunch beside a waterfall, and still be back downtown for dinner. The best hikes near Portland, Oregon range from creekside...
Going on a primitive camping adventure and roughing it with only basic survival gear is fine, but you also might want other awesome things to bring camping to make the trip more enjoyable. You’d be amazed at the outdoor gear they create to afford convenience in...
