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If you’ve driven along Highway 26 between the Mt. Hood area and Central Oregon, you’ve traveled through the high-desert landscape of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The state’s second-largest reservation and the largest in land size of Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribes, this 644,000-acre reservation is home to a rich tapestry of cultures and traditions that Native people continue today. More

I’ll let you in on a secret. Some of the finest riding in the United States remains largely undiscovered — the remote, empty roads winding through the wide-open landscapes of Eastern Oregon. More

Since 1988, Cycle Oregon has led thousands of cyclists through verdant valleys, remote countryside and Scenic Bikeways of the Beaver State, often showcasing the landscapes to riders for the first time so they might return with friends and family. More

The Mid-Willamette Valley Food Trail offers a self-guided journey through a bountiful land of historic farms and trailblazing spirits. These businesses are committed to sustainability, sourcing ingredients within 100 miles. More

It’s hard to imagine the marine prowess Native American tribes wielded along the mighty Columbia River, undeniably the most epic river in the Pacific Northwest. The wild, unknown waters — then untethered by dams — carved a path through mountains and plains, and connected thousands of miles of people, trade goods and food between British Columbia and the Oregon Coast. More

Here in Oregon, Interstate 5 is most graciously known as the thoroughfare threading through our major cities. Yes, it’s a perfectly zippy path I’ve taken to get from place to place. But you don’t get a sense of the valley’s true charm until you slow down, pull off the main drag and ease into the rhythm of its historic small towns, each with its own sense of place and plenty of local favorites to uncover. More

For Kanani Koster, motorcycles evoke nostalgia. The Portland-based film director grew up riding dirt bikes with her dad, a former motocross and motortrials (also known as mototrials) rider. That’s a unique subset of motorcycle competition that involves riders getting through obstacles on an off-road course without touching the ground. Family movie nights at Koster’s home often included replays of her dad’s favorite documentary, the 1971 ode to motorcycle sport, On Any Sunday, produced by Bruce Brown and Steve McQueen. More

In my family, a good day of vacation includes a nourishing breakfast (with a strong cup of coffee), a long day of hiking or skiing, and then a well-earned meal at the local craft brewpub. Often, when we pull back into the driveway at the end of a road trip, we feel exuberant but not quite refreshed. More

Oregon has long produced and attracted dreamers and drifters, misfits and mysteries, so it’s no wonder that the Willamette Valley claims more than its fair share of the freaky and the far out. More

Here are some of the state’s charitable organizations that have been fighting to support the communities most affected by some of last year’s biggest hurdles — and that will continue to do important work after the dust settles. More

Oregon is world-famous for craft beer. It’s also frequently ranked among the greenest states in the Union. So it’s no surprise that we’re at the forefront of what’s become known as the sustainable-brewing movement. More

Out here on Oregon’s eastern border, where four mighty rivers converge in one valley, a cache of culture and creativity thrives. More

Curious travelers planning an adventure to this wild pocket of the Pacific Northwest should pack boots and cowboy hats — you’ll need both while exploring this arid side of the Cascades. The region is rich in history (hello, prehistoric fossil beds) and also offers incredible opportunities to soak up the high-desert sunshine, something that newcomers might not believe exists here in Oregon. Here are the top stops from my weekend road trip. More

By the time we reached Highway 101 — the famed Pacific Coast Scenic Byway — the morning sun was confidently stepping out of the clouds. What followed was a jam-packed day of incredible outdoor recreation. We pedaled giant swan boats and water tricycles. We went crabbing off the side of a bridge (or rather, we tried). We managed not to fall off our stand-up paddleboards while irresponsibly splashing each other. We kayaked down the Necanicum River and at its mouth to the ocean — no... More

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a lean, mean road warrior; a low-key city cruiser; a laid-back stump jumper; or an elbow-to-elbow cyclocrosser; Oregon has something awesome for you to do while perched on top of two wheels. More

Located along the far eastern border of Oregon — about six hours from Portland and 4.5 hours from Bend — the Owyhee Canyonlands unfold across more than 2 million acres. Cut by just three paved roads, it’s considered one of the largest expanses of undeveloped land in the lower 48 states. More

There’s no doubt that the Oregon Coast is filled with landscapes that stretch the imagination. But there are some attractions that are in a quirky class by themselves. More

Winter in Oregon is a truly enchanting season, when snow blankets the mountains and thunderstorms crash against the coastline. But sadly, so many of us spend this time indoors, sipping hot cocoa and catching up on Netflix. More

Few places are as enchanting as Oregon’s South Coast, with its fog-shrouded forests, winding rivers, haystack rocks, and ever-changing palette of cloud and color. But what visitors may not realize is that these beautiful and dramatic landscapes have been home to ancestors of the Coquille Indian Tribe for millennia. More

Many Oregonians can trace their heritage to India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Bhutan, and Oregon’s South Asian community has long played an important role in shaping the state’s cultural and culinary scenes. There are many ways to celebrate the diverse cultures of South Asia, right here in Oregon. You can dine on Sri Lankan curries or Himalayan momos, load up a grocery cart full of Indian snacks and spices, shop for elegant sarees, watch a Bharatanatyam dance performance or boogie the night away... More

There’s a little known secret about wine tasting in Oregon: One of the most scenic routes to visit pinot noir vines is by water. Which is why this weekend, we skipped the highway for country roads. More

If you want to see some of the largest, deepest, tallest, bluest and wildest sights in Oregon, you’re in the right place. Southern Oregon’s marvelous rivers, lakes, mountains and valleys are made for exaggerations — but all live up to the hype. More

Oregon is all about hidden gems, those lesser-known places that shine without the spotlight. The South Willamette Valley is chock-full of these jewels. More

While the exquisite beauty of Crater Lake lands it on many must-see lists, I’ve always imagined a winter when an average 44 feet of snow covers the rim road, closes the north entrance and thins the crowds. We plotted a three-day clockwise course around the 30-mile Rim Drive, hoping for an extreme experience of this national icon. More

Visitors to Pendleton today are instantly immersed in the Wild West through the rodeo culture and don’t even have to attend the Pendlton Round-Up to see it. On a walk through the charming downtown, a series of bronze statues depicts the Western pioneers of the town dating back more than 100 years. More

Get ready for glamping, hiking, hot air balloon rides and wine on this girlfriends' tour of the Willamette Valley. More

If you plan to explore the state this year, consider taking one of these passionate Oregonians along with you. Guides, tour operators and outfitters can enhance your visit to Oregon with safe and memorable experiences, plus a few insider secrets. More

You can do it all in the Willamette Valley — sip wine, bike world-famous trails, paddle crystal-clear waterways and more. More

After two days of riding alongside cars, the start of the Cascading Rivers Scenic Bikeway felt almost eerily quiet. The tall pines cast long shadows across the road, blocking the sun from beating down on us for most of the day. Bright pink foxgloves and purple lupine lined the roads, escorting us along the gradual uphill. More

Moments in the wilderness can be really wild — biking through muddy singletrack, hiking up remote trails and eating all the dried fruit and nuts that spilled in your pack. But life in the wilderness can also be elegant, filled with lavish dinners, wine tastings, cozy B&Bs and soaks in tiled hot spring pools. More