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Pacific Northwest travel guides from the area’s biggest fan.
How to Hike to Silcox Hut on Mt Hood
See the views from 7,000 feet in elevation on this unforgettable Mt Hood hike.
4 Magnificent Short Hikes at Crater Lake National Park (+ Quick Visitor’s Guide)
See the highlights of Oregon’s incredible national park.
Hike to Crater Lake on the Cleetwood Cove Trail
Try out the only trail in Crater Lake National Park that will bring you down to the water.
How to Visit the Lava River Cave at Newberry National Volcanic Monument
Journey through a mile-long lava tube just outside of Bend, Oregon.
11 Great Hikes near Portland for Hot Days
Find shaded trails and cool water on hot summer days.
Hike on Lookout Mountain for Wildflowers and Mountain Vistas
See wildflowers galore and unbeatable views of Cascade peaks on this incredible hike.
Hike to Zigzag Canyon Overlook on Mt Hood
Hike to incredible mountain views starting at 6,000 feet of elevation.
10 Great Short Hikes on the North Oregon Coast
Find big rewards over short distances with these coast hikes.
7 Fun Things to Do at Wildwood Recreation Site
Find hiking trails, picnic spots, games, and everything you ever wanted to know about salmon at this tranquil park in the Mount Hood National Forest.
20 Best Oregon Coast Beaches to See Tidepools
How to see extraordinary creatures in some of Oregon’s most beautiful places.
Hiking the Big Tree Trail in Rockaway Beach
Follow the boardwalk trail to reach a 1,000-year-old western red cedar.
Visit 3 Stunning Parks on the Cape Arago Scenic Highway (+ bonus stops)
See dramatic sandstone cliffs, secluded coves, a lush botanical garden, and tons of wildlife near Coos Bay, Oregon.
18 Fun Things to Do in Yachats, Oregon
Explore the viewpoints, parks, shops, and restaurants of this charming town on the central Oregon Coast.
How to Hike to Heceta Head Lighthouse — 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.
Camassia Natural Area and 2 More Parks to See Camas Blooming near Portland
Where to see extraordinary camas blooms this spring — finally!
Hike to the Extraordinary Waterfalls of McDowell Creek Falls County Park
Explore this beautiful loop trail as a calmer alternative to Silver Falls State Park.
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.
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.