Bend Oregon has a lot to offer visitors, especially those looking to get outdoors. For those visiting and looking for someplace close to get out and experience the beauty of central Oregon, Shevlin Park is the perfect spot. Shevlin Park A Local Favorite ...
Hiking
Explore the natural beauty of Oregon with our top-rated hiking trails. From stunning waterfalls to majestic mountains, experience the best of the Pacific Northwest. With diverse terrain and mild weather, Oregon is a hiker’s paradise. Come and discover why it’s one of the best states for hiking!
20 Stunning Views Of Crater Lake National Park You Need To See
The waters are mesmerizing, and as you stare out at this vast lake the landscape seems surreal. How can something this beautiful, this serene, this deep be right in our back yard? Crater Lake draws people from all over the world to Southern Oregon. Some see the lake...
Visit An Awe-Inspiring Underground River Flowing Through Oregon
Many have heard about the Oregon Caves near Cave Junction Oregon, but not many know the intriguing tale about their discovery. The story starts on a hunting trip in 1874 with Elijah Davidson and his faithful dog. Check out the video below to see how an underground...
12 Photos That Show Off The Jaw-Dropping Beauty Of Oregon’s High Desert
Vast, sweeping landscapes that take your breath away. Trails into high mountain lakes with pristine and chemically pure water. Snowy mountains reflected in icy lakes, and pillars of rock shooting up out of the earth. This is Oregon's high desert, and it's a place...
This Volcanic Pillar Is One Of The Most Underrated Places You Should Visit In Oregon
If you're looking for a place off the beaten path to get out and experience Oregon's geology, Stein's Pillar is it. This looming guardian of the Ochoco National Forest is a hint at the area's volcanic past, and is the end to a perfect hike. Check out this short aerial...
Explore Brice Creek Trail to Trestle Creek Falls
What takes your breath away is the crystal clear water, blue in places and stunning as it cascades down Brice Creek and over several small falls along the trail. The trail through the lush green rain forest, overflowing with ferns and wildlife is nothing to scoff at...
National Parks Free to the Public Amid Covid-19 Shutdowns
Fresh air is good for the soul as well as the body, especially during times of stress. Fortunately for us, Oregon has plenty of wide-open spaces where one may choose to hike and experience nature, all while adhering to self-quarantine and social-distancing practices....
23 Must See Waterfall Hikes Oregon You Can’t Miss in 2023
Oregon is a treasure trove of natural wonders, with a bounty of stunning waterfalls that are waiting to be discovered. While Multnomah Falls might be the most renowned among them, there are many other awe-inspiring falls that are equally captivating. We've compiled a...
Guide To Caves In Oregon (And Awesome Lava Tubes)
Tucked away in the high desert of central Oregon near Bend and Sunriver are hundreds of lava tubes formed in Oregon's violent volcanic past. Adventure seekers will be thrilled to go spelunking and explore these caves during good weather, some of which are as long as...
Walk Through This Central Oregon Forest Cast In Lava
Thousands of years ago molten lava poured over a forest in central Oregon, surrounding the trees and then hardening. The lava burned through the wood and created these amazing lava casts which can still be seen today to remember the majestic forest that once stood...
Get Away To This Legendary Oregon Coast Retreat For Spring Break
Forested bluffs, calming waves and towering Doug Firs are waiting for you in Gleneden Beach near Lincoln City Oregon. There's nothing quite like walking along the golden sands of the Siletz Bay at sunset with your loved ones or going on an epic tree to tree adventure...
Watch As This Guy Jumps Off Cliffs Into Opal Creek And Three Pools In Oregon
Opal Creek and Three Pools are both popular summer destinations for hundreds of Oregonians. While jumping from a height into the water and swimming at these locations isn't recommended as it can be dangerous, it's fun to watch someone else dive into 50 degree water...