Largest, and according to many sources, MOST AWESOME. It was part carnival, part water park, and existed on 128 acres of Hayden Island land between Portland and Vancouver on the Columbia River. “Portland’s Million Dollar Playground”, Jantzen Beach Amusement Park...
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Filmmaker Shows Off Oregon’s Gorgeous Lighthouses In New Documentary
Every year people flock to the Oregon coast to take in the scenic vistas, hike the wild coastal forests, go whale watching, and visit Oregon's historic lighthouses. Oregon filmmaker Matt Cook wanted to share his love of Oregon lighthouses with everyone, and spent six...
Here Are 10 Peaceful Places In Oregon To Escape For The Weekend
Everyone has a favorite trail or waterfall they love to visit in Oregon. Unfortunately many much loved areas have become overcrowded, especially spots within an hour or two of the Portland Metro area. It can be hard to find solitude in the crowds. Oregon is a state...
Escape It All At This Remote Oregon Mountainside Cabin
Wide open spaces, big beautiful skies, and a view that will stop you in your tracks: this cabin 35 minutes from Bend Oregon will knock your socks off. Big Views, Even Bigger Memories This gorgeous cabin home 17 miles out of Prineville Oregon is situated on 20...
Stay Overnight at This Fairytale Castle in Oregon
People may not realize there's a castle in Southwest Portland Oregon, looming up over the landscape like one might expect from a fairytale. The stone castle home is beautiful on the outside and luxurious on the inside. The best part? It's an Airbnb and you can stay...
1970’s Portland Oregon – A Look Back At A Changing City In Photos And Video
The Portland Oregon we know today is much changed from Portland of the 1970's. Back then it was a contrast in conservative ways, and a growing youth culture focused on self fulfillment. It was a time when female sportswriters were still denied entry to press boxes at...
Crack In The Ground Hike: A 2 Mile Long Volcanic Fissure In Oregon
A few thousand years ago a volcanic fissure opened up in Oregon's high desert near Christmas Valley. These fissures in the earth's surface are usually filled with rock and soil after they're formed, but because the area is so arid, Crack In The Ground has remained the...
The Row River Trail to Covered Bridges in Oregon
The Row River Trail near Cottage Grove and Dorena Oregon is the perfect place for a leisurely walk, an easy bike ride, or a horse ride through the country. This 17-mile paved trail used to be a railroad line, but was paved over as part of the Rails-To-Trails program....
Photos Of 12 Hauntingly Beautiful Spots In Oregon
Oregon is a hiker's paradise, and it seems like there's an unending number of spots to take stunning photos. Today we wanted to share 12 photos of Oregon that are quiet, serene, and eerily beautiful. 1. (Above) Fishing On A Foggy Morning Near Government Camp 2....
14 Photos Of Oregon’s Extreme Autumn Beauty
Oregon is beautiful during all seasons, but seeing warm oranges, reds and yellows in the trees on a crisp fall day feels extra special. Here are 14 photos that show off the beauty of Oregon in autumn. 1. (Above) Fall On Sardine Road 2. Boardman Tree Farm View...
Newberry National Volcanic Monument Is An Oregon Gem You Must See
The Newberry National Volcanic Monument is a beautiful place to visit in central Oregon. This monument has a variety of things to do and a diverse landscape to explore. This is one place every Oregonian should visit at least once in their lifetime. Recently a...
12 Gorgeous Fall Photos Of Oregon You Need To See
Fall is my favorite time of year. There's something about chilly mornings, hoodies, bonfires, pumpkins and fall leaves that makes me delighted. Oregon's a wonderful place to get out and explore in the fall because of the changing leaves. Here are 12 photos that show...