Adventures
18 Fun Things to Do in Yachats, Oregon
Explore the viewpoints, parks, shops, and restaurants of this charming town on the central Oregon Coast.
Heceta Head Lighthouse Hike — and Beyond!
Visit a stunning lighthouse, beaches, forests, tidepools, and viewpoints perfect for bird and whale watching on the Central Oregon Coast.
7 Fun Things to Do at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
Look for whales, seals, birds, tidepools, hiking trails, and a lighthouse at this incredible Oregon Coast park.
Quick Guide to Hug Point
Visit Hug Point at low tide to explore the cliffs, sea caves, tidepools, and waterfall.
Quick Guide to Sitka Sedge State Natural Area
Check out this hidden gem on the Oregon Coast that will bring you to wetlands, a coastal forest, and a secluded beach.
7 Trillium Hotspots near Portland
Where to look for Oregon’s early blooming wildflowers this spring.
How to Hike or Snowshoe to Tamanawas Falls in Winter
Try out this spectacular waterfall hike on the slopes of Mt Hood.
10 Great Spring Hikes near Portland
From roaring waterfalls to delicate wildflowers, try out these amazing trails this spring.
McDowell Creek Falls County Park Hike
Explore this beautiful loop trail as a calmer alternative to Silver Falls State Park.
10 Best Flower Farms and Festivals near Portland
In honor of my longing for spring, here are some lovely pictures of flowers and where to see them near Portland.
Best 10 Wildflower Hikes in the Columbia Gorge (that aren’t Dog Mountain)
Where to find the best blooms in the Columbia Gorge from balsamroot to bachelor buttons.
10 Great Waterfall Hikes near Multnomah Falls
Why stop at Benson Bridge? Check out one of these hikes to find some of the best waterfall views in the Columbia Gorge.
Elowah Falls and Upper McCord Creek Falls Hike
Check out this spectacular waterfall double feature in the Columbia Gorge.
The Amazing Rocks of McPhillips Beach
Escape the crowds while exploring the cliffs of Cape Kiwanda’s secluded northern side.
Quick Guide to Cape Kiwanda
Visit one of the newest and most intriguing geological features on the Oregon Coast.
Horsetail Falls to Triple Falls Hike
See four majestic waterfalls on this hike just down the road from Multnomah Falls.
16 Incredible Places to Admire Oregon’s Geology
More than you ever wanted to know about the mountains, canyons, and volcanoes of Oregon.
How to Snowshoe to Trillium Lake
Check out this easy snowshoe trail to reach Trillium Lake and views of Mt. Hood.
Washington’s Mysterious Mima Mounds
Explore a puzzling geological landscape just outside of Olympia, Washington.

