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Pacific Northwest travel guides from someone who lives there.
20 Best Waterfall Hikes Near Portland
Where to find pretty trails and waterfall splendor near the city.
A Quick Guide to Portland’s Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
See the flowers, bridges, and birds at one of Portland’s most beautiful gardens.
How to Visit the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Everything you need to know about one of Oregon’s most stunning flower festivals.
20 Fun Things to Do in Portland in the Spring
Find the best gardens, festivals, and activities as the weather starts to improve.
10 Stunning Wildflower Hikes in Portland
How to find the best blooms without leaving the city.
20 Awesome Day Trips from Portland
How to find the best scenery, hiking trails, wineries, and restaurants within two hours of Portland.
30 Fun and Creative Date Ideas in Portland
Try something new this weekend to shake up your date night routine.
Things to Do in Portland by the Month
A quick and easy guide to Portland’s seasonal highlights to help plan your year.
How to See the Buxton Trestle on the Banks-Vernonia Trail
Cross an 80-foot-tall decommissioned railroad trestle as part of a hike or bike on this great year-round trail.
How to See Portland’s Giant Troll
Visit one of Portland’s newest attractions — if you dare!
7 Fun Things to Do at Oxbow Regional Park
Check out this beautiful park on the Sandy River just outside of Portland.
11 Great Hikes near Portland for Hot Days
Find shaded trails and cool water on hot summer days.
Camassia Natural Area and 2 More Parks to See Camas Blooming near Portland
Where to see extraordinary camas blooms this spring — finally!
7 Beautiful Places to See Trillium Blooming near Portland
Where to look for Oregon’s early blooming wildflowers this spring.
10 Great Spring Hikes near Portland
From roaring waterfalls to delicate wildflowers, try out these amazing trails this spring.
10 Beautiful Farms, Parks, and Festivals to See Flowers near Portland
In honor of my longing for spring, here are some lovely pictures of flowers and where to see them near Portland.
7 Weird, Cool, and Unusual Museums in Portland, Oregon
Beat the boredom of a rainy day by visiting some of Portland’s most unique attractions.
11 Best Snow-Free Winter Hikes near Portland
Hikes for when you want to get out of the house but don’t want to put on tire chains.
19 Fun Indoor Activities in Portland for Rainy Days
Get out of the house while staying out of the rain with these suggestions for Portland winter activities.