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Lost Lake Campground is couched between beautiful Lost Lake and Mount Hood. From Lost Lake Butte, the valley view is breathtaking, and from the viewpoint, guests can revel in the most majestic view of Mt. Hood, its glaciers and Lost Lake. Another one of the many attractions at Lost Lake Campground is the old growth boardwalk, an interpretive trail the meanders through one of Oregons large old growth stands.   Natural Features: Mother Nature went the extra mile when it came to Lost Lake. The surrounding... 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

You can absolutely visit both the waterfalls and then make the "loop" around the mountain to visit Mt. Hood thanks to extended summer daylight hours, or if you plan on getting an early start. I would suggest taking I-84 east, then taking the Corbett exit to join the historic highway. While most people start in Troutdale, you really won't be missing any of the major sights, and this will save you some time if you plan on making the loop around the mountain. After you... More

I’ve never eaten a fresh donut I didn’t enjoy and I have love affairs with many of the donut shops in Portland. The city is known for biking, beer drinking, coffee and donuts, all for good reason.  These three shops will get you started on your donut adventures. Grab yourself a fresh one while they’re still warm! More

Wintertime brings shorter days, darker nights and cold flurries of snow. We love playing outside in winter, but it’s also the perfect season for a cozy getaway indoors. Mountain lodge, riverside cabin or historic hotel? Choose your ideal winter hideaway. Historic Enterprise House, Enterprise: This 1910 Edwardian mansion, set among the fields and orchards of… More

Whether you’re looking to partake in rowdy pond skimming festivities (or just cheer from the sidelines), test your fitness in a ski mountaineering race, enroll the kids in fun ski camp (and get some necessary quality time together), or just enjoy the longer spring days on-hill with the whole family, there’s definitely a perfect destination in Oregon. Browse our roundup of spring events and pass deals and get on board in Oregon. More

It's no surprise that Indian Mary Park, a 61-acre park located in Merlin, about 16 miles northwest of Grants Pass, is the most sought after campground in Josephine County. The park borders the Rogue River and is full of green grass, lush trees and picturesque pavilions that are perfect for picnicking or just soaking up… More

East Linn Museum is a priceless treasure hidden in plain sight on the edge of Sweet Home. This little gem features a collection of several thousand artifacts, photos, documents and records dating back to 1852. Housed in a former church, the 3,000 square foot building provides plenty of space to wander through a variety of period rooms such as a pioneer kitchen, parlor or bedroom, as well as outdoor displays of logging, mining and farming tools and equipment.History has it that when pioneers moving west... More

Youngsters don't have the stamina of bigger kids, so ski areas are rolling out special offers for children — from discounted pricing to altogether free lift tickets — to provide families that extra bit of motivation to head to the mountains. More

From the dense mountains of Cascade Locks to the golden, grassy hills surrounding The Dalles, artists make the astonishingly varied landscape their muse. And you can experience that variety through their eyes by touring the many galleries strung through the Gorge. More

As we reflect back on the past year and start looking ahead to more Oregon stories in 2016, take a look back at our most-read trip ideas of 2015 and get inspired for another year of adventure. More

Las tribus locales han pescado durante muchos años en los ríos salvajes y las grandes cascadas de Oregon, como en Celilo Falls, ahora sumergidas, en el poderoso río Columbia. Grabaron petroglifos en cañones como los de Picture Rock Pass y dejaron el calzado más viejo del mundo (un par de sandalias de 9,000 años de antigüedad) en Fort Rock. Orgullosos descendientes de aquellos primeros pobladores constituyen las nueve tribus de Oregon reconocidas federalmente. Esta es su historia. Celebre La Cultura Nativa De Oregon En Un Pow-Wow Hay un lugar escondido... More

Today mother and daughter are homing in on their long-standing dream: to build a resilient family ranch. 6 Ranch now raises grass-fed beef for loyal customers from Spokane to Portland, and have set their sights on producing a diverse offering of sustainably raised foods. More

Ben Farver knows the Columbia River Gorge so well that he understands it’s not just one place – it’s a region made up of a vast variety of places, and terrains, and riding. So when he set out to design and build the perfect bike for the Gorge, he knew his focus had to stay broad. More

When sunshine heats things up in Southern Oregon, the Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve makes for cool exploring. Inside the natural marble caves, formed by dripping rainwater over the ages and first discovered in 1874, you’ll enter another world. Visitors learn about the unique geology, animals and plant life of the area with guided tours… More

The Gold Butte Lookout sits on the summit of Gold Butte at an elevation of 4,618 feet in the Willamette National Forest. It was built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. During World War II, the lookout served as part of Aircraft Warning System station in defense of the nation against air attack. It was staffed around the clock, usually by a husband and wife team, who reported all passing aircraft within sight or sound to a central filter center.The lookout stands on 3-foot... More

This route is a convenient companion to the Cultus Lake Loop – a good way to build a weekend around riding. While the route starts from a different campground, you can easily access either ride from either campground. This “lollipop” route offers more challenge, between the increased elevation gain and the somewhat technical aspects on the downhill portion of the lollipop. To get to the secluded campground on the east side of Little Cultus Lake, from Bend you drive 46 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy... More

OverviewTHIS FACILITY IS CLOSED TO RESERVATIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEQuail Prairie Lookout offers guests a unique lodging experience in the Rogue-Siskiyou National Forest in western Oregon. On a clear day, visitors are treated to spectacular views of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness from the top of the 41-foot tower.The tower was completed in 1963 and served as one of the last lookouts built by the southwestern Oregon Forest Service until the mid 1990s, when it was converted for recreational purposes.Today campers can enjoy a unique lodging experience in... More

How does the old Oregon adage go? “Give a man a fish and feed him for a day. Give him a cookbook, and he’ll make you dinner. Or amazing Thai food, a gluten-free cupcake or a homemade artisan cracker.” Something like that. Anyhow, if you have a budding chef in your life (or if you… More

Fivemile Butte Lookout is available for reservation year-round. It provides stellar mountain views and access to a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking and wildlife viewing. During the winter months, the lookout is popular among hunters and winter sports enthusiasts. The lookout can only be accessed by skiing, snowmobiling or snowshoeing up to 3 miles from a parking area at the Billy Bob Sno-Park. A permit is required to park and the trek takes about three to four hours. Guests are responsible... More

The State Parks closest to Portland that offer yurt camping include the following (north to south): Fort Stevens State Park at the mouth of the Columbia River offers 15 yurts. The park is large and is great for families with access to river, beach, lakes and several miles of hiking and biking trails. The park is famous for the 1906 shipwreck Peter Iredale on the beach and military fortifications used to guard the entrance to the river from the Civil War through World War II.... More

Early summer can leave us feeling clammy and crabby in the best way — the freshly harvested shellfish way. The folks in Lincoln City get that. And that’s why they offer free clamming and crabbing clinics starting in June and running through September. Get clammy: Clamming clinics are held once a month on different weekdays… More

As a serious MTBer, gravity is quite possibly your best friend. And few riding experiences in Oregon take calculated advantage of gravity’s possibilities like the Post Canyon trail system outside Hood River.Post Canyon is actually one of the original gravity networks in the U.S., and it has aged exceedingly well. Over time an enthusiastic group of local trail builders has populated these forested hills with a plethora of features, from perfectly bermed turns to steep roll-downs.As a result, this destination has grown and matured into... More

Oregon ski areas are introducing new terrain, snowmaking upgrades and more ahead of the 2018-19 ski season. More

With three and a half years under its belt, Xicha — the first Latinx-owned brewery in Oregon — has put down some West Salem roots, living their slogan of “Cerveza. Comida. Cultura,” or translates to “Beer. Food. Culture.” Antunez and his business partners Matt Dakopolos, Ben Mendoza and Maggie Antunez (Ricardo’s wife) are the heart and soul of the operation. More

Many Oregonians look forward to the last lingering days of summer with anticipation of approaching autumn ombré. As fall arrives, days shorten, temperatures cool, and intense sun softens behind slate-gray cloud cover. More

Nestled between the mist-covered Coast Range and the soaring Cascade peaks, the Willamette Valley stretches for more than 130 miles from Carlton to Cottage Grove. This fertile region is home to the state’s famed pinot noir vineyards, its first scenic bikeway, a national water trail and some of the state’s most valuable heritage sites. Plan your… More

Most people looked at the old Astoria Railroad Depot and saw a neglected building. But Sam Johnson, executive director of the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, saw promise. “The depot was going to fall down if nothing was done with it. You had to wear rose-colored glasses to see what it would be like,”… More

We love fall in Oregon. While the weather is still fine for playing outside, it’s even better for a favorite indoor pastime — film festivals. Grab your tickets and popcorn (or pinot), and settle in at one of these great film festivals around the state. BendFilm Festival (Oct. 11–14) Founded in 2004, the festival includes narrative… More

The Retreat and Links at Silvies Valley Ranch in Eastern Oregon is a gold mine nestled within 140,000 acres of rolling hillside, fields of fragrant sage brush, forest and beautiful meadows hugging the various creeks, wetlands and the Silvies River. What may seem like the middle of nowhere will soon become the middle of everything. Visitors can’t turn a corner or look out a window without seeing grazing antelope, deer, osprey, eagles and various other wildlife. More