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We thought we knew Oregon like nobody’s business. Then we watched “Finding Oregon,” a video from Uncage the Soul Productions, and fell in love all over again. More

We Oregonians love scrappy individualism, DIY know-how and a strong sense of community. Oh, and a good drink. Oregon’s distillers capture all of that and then some. In 2007, many of the state’s craft distilleries banded together as the Oregon Distillers Guild (the nation’s first), offering spirit lovers the chance to try handcrafted, small batch vodka,… More

You can learn much about our state by exploring the many towering whitewashed wonders that rise above the Oregon coastline. Oregon’s lonesome-looking sentinels are prized for the scenic moments that capture our hearts, plus the sheer rugged coastal drama they lend the landscape. They also take us back to the state’s early days of maritime… More

Day Wines is a producer of minimalist, site driven wines in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Led by winemaker Brianne Day, Day Wines are instinctive, creative, restrained and capture a specific time and place.A Pacific Northwest native with winemaking experience spanning four continents, Brianne Day sources pinot noir, tannat, malvasia, cabernet franc, chardonnay, pinot meunier, vermentino and other varieties from farmer-owned vineyards in the Willamette Valley and Applegate Valley.Guests at Day Camp are encouraged to linger in the modern tasting courtyard with its floor-to-ceiling windows, warming cedar... More

Crashing, boiling, breathtaking, roaring. These are the words used by writers, poets and travelers to describe the waterfalls of Oregon. What’s harder to capture is our fascination with these powerful cascading streams that spill out of the wooded hillsides and snow-capped mountains around the state. Year after year we return to witness the cycle of… More

Tualatin Estate Vineyard, established in 1973 by wine pioneer Bill Fuller, is one of the oldest and most respected vineyard sites in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Wine grapes from this 175-acre vineyard have produced world-renowned wines for nearly 45 years. Tualatin is the only vineyard to have won the Best of Show for both the red and white categories at the London International Wine Competition in the same year. Tualatin’s Pinot Noir captured the Governor’s Trophy, Oregon’s most prestigious wine award, two years consecutively in 1994... More

Our six person fully enclosed gondolas are designed to provide a truly unique sightseeing experience as you ride to the top of Eagle Peak. The round trip takes just under 25 minutes. You will marvel at the beauty of the Oregon Cascades. To the South Diamond Peak dominates the horizon. Odell lake, a glimmering jewel is one of the deepest lakes in Oregon and home to some incredible fishing during the summer months. Once you reach the top of Eagle Peak there is a viewing... More

The first estate vines of Long Walk Vineyard were planted between 2001 and 2003.  Originally, rootstock was established and then grafted over to the desired varietals.  In later years, already grafted vines were planted, thus eliminating the need for field grafting.  Just over 11 acres is planted – all Rhône varietals.  Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache, Cinsaut and Carignane allow Long Walk Vineyard to produce a variety of Rhône-style wines most closely related to the original Provence region of southern France, but with a distinctive Southern Oregon character.  In addition to the... More

At Silver Falls State Park, fourteen foamy white curtains whirl and ripple and tumble and shimmer at one of the most delightful park lands in Oregon. Adam Bacher, an Oregon resident and noted landscape photographer, said he’s lucky enough to capture the falls from every angle. “To me, Silver Falls State Park is like a… More

Stein Distillery pioneered the way for micro-distilleries in Eastern Oregon. Since opening in 2009, Stein Distillery's line of handcrafted  products has steadily increased, along with its consumer base. In 2011, Stein Distillery released its much anticipated 2-year American Oak-aged Straight Rye and Straight Bourbon Whiskeys. Stein Distillery's attention to detail is kept from grain growth to harvest, through fermenting, distilling, filtering and bottling - every step is done by hand producing a high quality product for the consumer. Since they grow their own grain on... More

Alloro Vineyard is 110 acres of uniquely contoured, loess-derived, Laurelwood soil. Located on a southwest-facing slope in Oregon's Chehalem Mountains, this special place is the heart and soul of our wines and is personally cared for by founder David Nemarnik. We are a limited production producer of 100% Estate wines, crafting all our wines from our sustainably farmed single vineyard site, which also hosts a diverse mixture of many other crops, plants, and animals forming an extraordinary whole farm setting. Our UC Davis educated, Burgundy... More

Located in Portland’s West Hills adjacent to the Oregon Zoo, the World Forestry Center offers more than 100 exhibits that will open your eyes and perhaps capture your imagination. You can go aboard a whitewater raft, climb into a tree lift that soars more than 50 high for a bird’s eye view into a tree… More

The best getaways offer scenic beauty, plentiful wildlife and teach you more about Oregon. You’ll find all of that at a getaway in Hillsboro this summer through an exhibit and guided wildlife refuge tours that center on one of Oregon’s earliest wildlife photographers. Moments with wildlife are best when they take your breath away! That’s… More

Tseriadun (pronounced serry-AH-dun) is popular with visitors stretching their legs on the miles-long beach, agate collectors (there's a reason the community calls it Agate Beach) and photographers intent on capturing the perfect shots of offshore rocks and headlands. Long ago, Native Americans lived at the site in cedar plank houses and hunted and fished in the mountains and rivers. Now, you can fish for rainbow trout and native cutthroat trout in Garrison Lake. Check the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife web site for fishing... More

At Three Feathers Estate & Vineyard, we produce handcrafted small-lot wines using only grapes grown on the Estate. We are located in the heart of the Chehalem Mountain AVA, at the northern most corner of Yamhill County, Oregon.  Although the property comprises rolling hills from 700 – 1000 ft in elevation, its hills form a natural heat sink, sheltered from winds and capturing summer warmth in its own natural micro climate. Three Feathers Estate & Vineyard is the endeavor of three women, Christine Stimac and... More

Make lasting memories at the oceanfront Hallmark Resort where every room  features breathtaking ocean views made even more spectacular by walkout  patios or balconies. Right next door is Georgie's Beachside Grill, highlighting oceanfront views, scrumptious northwest coast cuisine and casual elegance that welcomes families.The full service resort is well-known for providing guests with the kind of genuine, friendly care and comfort that keeps them coming back. Sophisticated accommodations are spectacularly kept (many feature fireplaces, in-room spa tubs, kitchenettes and more) in order to match their... More

On a clear day, the view from Bonney Butte onto southern flanks of Mount Hood is brilliant and awesome. Raptor specialist Dan Sherman said that his camouflaged blind is the "best seat of the house:" "Well, there aren't many offices that have a view out a window like this one. I look straight in front… More

At Sokol Blosser Winery, we offer a multitude of options to help you plan your perfect wine tasting experience. During COVID-times, we have limited seating and require advance reservations, which can be made online via our website. Our seated tastings allow us to customize your tasting experience and add on culinary options from butcher's boards with a selection of meats and cheeses to culinary delights from our onsite chef. Our Farm & Forage food and wine pairing experience will be offered as an evening experience... More

My family loves nothing more than a good old-fashioned road trip, and the beauty of Oregon is that there’s always a new place around the corner that we haven’t yet discovered. And sometimes, we keep going back to one place because it captures our heart. Astoria is like that; authentic, friendly and rich in history,… More

It's funny how some of the best surprises are often found right in your own backyard. So it is from the eastern Cascades point of view where elbowroom is measured by the wide-open vistas of snow-shrouded landscapes; the kinds of scenes that capture your heart and may lead you to wonder aloud: "Why have I never… More

From a historic Victorian port city to the West’s most iconic sea stack, the considerable eye candy of Oregon’s North Coast has speckled the portfolios and Instagram feeds of professional photographers and hobbyists alike. But let’s be honest, you can’t quite capture that misty aura hovering over these beloved shores. We advise opting for a real-life visit to some of the most photogenic, thumb tap-worthy spots in Astoria, Warrenton, Seaside and Cannon Beach. More

It's time for a wonderful whistle-stop tour of waterfalls and wildlife with a noted landscape photographer along Astoria’s little-known “backdoor byway.” Little trails often lead to big discoveries, and that’s when a camera comes in handy for Oregon’s premier landscape photographer Steve Terrill. We strolled along the short graveled trail at Lee Wooden County Park –… More

Fall is a season of change in the great Oregon outdoors and it can be the best time to see the natural world at work. There are many places across Oregon where you can enjoy a front row seat on an age old wildlife story when bird migration kicks into high gear. Certainly, there are… More

The remote reaches of Eastern Oregon capture the senses and the imagination. Rich in cowboy culture, agricultural heritage and skies that go on for miles, it’s the kind of quiet you might have forgotten exists. Not long ago, everyone here was a “maker” and entrepreneurial spirit was a given, because there’s no other choice when the next town is a hundred miles away or more. Today that independent, creative ethos thrives in the area’s shops, galleries, brewpubs and restaurants. You might say that the opportunities... More

A remarkable wildlife show is happening at the Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge. This Willamette Valley site is a birder's paradise. Here, photographers can turn a fleeting moment into a work of art — and Jim Leonard has the images to prove it. Leonard is a famed Oregon wildlife photographer who likes this wildlife refuge because it's easy to reach from the highway,… More

Spring in Oregon is easy to spot: the flowers, grasses and shrubs blossom with unrestrained enthusiasm and the scenery is never twice the same.  This week, we visited two colorful spots in the Willamette Valley that are exploding into view and invite you to linger longer. Owner and chief gardener at Heirloom Rose Gardens, Ben… More

Boutique vineyard & winery with delicately crafted wines representing the best of what our family-owned vineyard can produce. Located in the Laurelwood district of the Chehalem Mountains AVA, Willamette Valley, Oregon.Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Pacific Coast Ranges, the Willamette Valley provides the perfect climate for the cultivation and growth of some of the world's finest Pinots. Our winemaker, Jason Bull, is fond of saying, "Great wine comes from great fruit," promising red wines with depth and balance and whites that show their true... More

Anyone who has spent time in Oregon's outdoors can attest to its inspiring moments. Creativity can hit as you gaze at rolling hills blending into a sunset; when a mighty river shakes your senses into heightened consciousness; from a mountaintop's sharp winds sprinting across the valley; or even among the deafening silence of a remote desert. More

OverviewAlsea Falls Recreation Site is located along a Bureau of Land Management National Back Country Byway, located in the Oregon Coast Range, 13 miles west of Monroe, Oregon, in Benton County. The South Fork of the Alsea River flows through the Alsea Falls Recreation Site, cascading down to form Alsea Falls with a drop of 30 feet.Natural Features:Forests in all stages of growth line South Fork Alsea National Back Country Byway. The nearby South Fork Alsea River offers painters and photographers endless opportunities to capture... More

Bandon Marsh Refuge is located along the picturesque southern Oregon coast near the mouth of the Coquille River, and the city of Bandon. There are two units to the Bandon Marsh NWR: Bandon Marsh Unit and Ni-les'tun Unit. The Bandon Marsh Unit protects the largest remaining tract of salt marsh within the Coquille River estuary. Major habitats include undisturbed salt marsh, mudflat, and Sitka spruce and alder river bank communities. These provide resting and feeding areas for migratory waterfowl, shorebirds, wading birds, neotropical migrants, and... More