Eastern Oregon

Eastern Oregon is a vast region of the state of Oregon, encompassing over half of its land area. It is known for its rugged landscapes, including the high desert, stunning mountain ranges, and winding rivers. The region is also known for its agriculture, particularly for the production of wheat, hay, and cattle. Eastern Oregon is home to several charming small towns, historic sites, and recreational areas, including the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, the Wallowa Mountains, and the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Eastern Oregon for its opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.

The Largest Organism on the Planet Is Right Here in Oregon

by Danielle Denham | January 19, 2020 | Adventures, Conservation, Eastern Oregon, Featured, Foraging, Interesting, News, Weird, Weird Oregon, Wildlife | 0 Comments

It's not the Blue Whale. In fact, it has a total weight of more than 20 Blue Whales, and here's a hint: Alice would be proud. Located in the Blue Mountains within the Malheur National Forest in Eastern Oregon, armillaria ostoyae is an enormous organism dubbed the "Humongous Fungus" by scientists....

10 Reasons You Must Visit Southeast Oregon This Year

by Jessica Tomlinson | January 18, 2020 | Adventures, Camping, Eastern Oregon, Entertainment, Featured, Hiking, Interesting, Photography, Southern Oregon, Stargazing, Things To Do, Travel, Wildlife | 0 Comments

When people think of Oregon they tend to think of lush green forests filled with ferns, long weeks of rain in the winter, and perhaps of Oregon's abundance of stunning waterfalls. What you might not have known is that two thirds of Oregon has a completely different climate than the lush rainy...

This is What Oregon Looked Like in the 1930s Great Depression

by Danielle Denham | January 13, 2020 | Art, Eastern Oregon, Featured, History, Interesting, Photos, Southern Oregon, Western Oregon | 0 Comments

From humble beginnings in 1890s New Jersey and contracting polio at age 7 (which left her with a lifelong limp), Dorothea Lange went on to become one of the most prolific photojournalists of her era. At the time she graduated high school, Lange had never even owned or used a camera, but somehow...

Oregon Desert Trail: An Unofficial Hiking Guide

by Jessica Tomlinson | January 4, 2020 | Adventures, Bend, Camping, Central Oregon, Eastern Oregon, Hiking, Interesting, Photography, Southern Oregon, Things To Do, Travel | 0 Comments

As the sun rises over another day on the trail, it's just you and nature. There are no crowds on the rugged and scenic Oregon Desert Trail. In fact, this 750 mile route located on public lands is meant to bring you solitude as you explore Oregon's spectacular high desert. People who enjoy hiking...

5 Heart Pounding Oregon Adventures In 2020

by Jessica Tomlinson | January 2, 2020 | Adventures, Bend, Eastern Oregon, Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, Interesting, Mt. Hood, Portland, Portland, Southern Oregon, Stargazing, Things To Do, Travel, Western Oregon, Ziplines | 0 Comments

With a new year comes new opportunities for adventure. Here are five adrenaline pumping adventures for Oregon's thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies to get your heart pounding. 1. Bungee Jumping In Bend Oregon This Bend Oregon company will help you take a 250 foot bungee jump off a bridge over...

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