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Riding Around Oregon

March 11, 2018
Anyone who has felt the rush of pedaling down intricate singletrack deep in the Oregon forest, or any network of carefully designed trails, knows the importance of the state's dedicated cycling culture. More
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A Lake of Perfect Blue in Southern Oregon

Formed by the eruption of Mount Mazama more than 6,000 years ago, the view of the impossibly azure water of Crater Lake has inspired countless writers, photographers and visitors over the years. More
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Oregon’s Wine Country

The farmers who first planted wine grapes in the Willamette Valley planted their wildest dreams into the soil: the hope that someday this region would becomes one of the world's best. More
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Oregon in Bloom

Oregon spring trails can lead you through rows of colorful tulips or to sunny wildflower meadows. The race to discover what's in bloom with each new week is part of what makes the season so special. You'll unexpectedly notice the first cherry blossom or trillium bloom, and suddenly the blankets of bright colors will be everywhere: tulips, peonies, irises, dahlias, lavender, rhododendrons, roses and more. All those colorful blooms lead to even more spectacular spring moments: after all, this is also the season of wine,... More
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The Magic Coast

Haystack is just one of the many treasures you'll find along the Oregon Coast, 363 miles of public coastline dotted with lighthouses, fishing villages and dramatic scenery. There are endless dunes to climb, tidepools to explore and agates to search for. In fact, there are so many coastal treasures that it can be difficult to know where to start. More
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Portland Imagination Reigns

Big ideas are always bursting out of this bustling urban core and its surrounding communities. Maybe that's because there's so much inspiration wherever you look — in the forests and farms, rivers and rolling hills, skyscrapers and tiny houses, museums and gardens. More
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The Enchanting Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge

You don't need to go down a rabbit hole to explore this outdoor wonderland. It's easy to uncover the splendor of Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Just look to the horizon to find the towering volcanic peak of Mt. Hood. Or listen for the roar of the mighty Columbia River as it rushes by the gorge's ancient basalt cliffs. More
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Explore the People’s Coast

January 8, 2018
Have you heard the tale of the People’s Coast? The tale of Oregon’s public shore; one of open beach access, abundant state parks, coastal adventures and more. More
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52 Oregon Adventures in 2023

December 21, 2017
January 31, 2023 is National Plan for Vacation Day — your opportunity to start the year right. We're here to help, with 52 trip ideas for the 52 weeks of the year. More
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Top Trip Ideas to Inspire 2018

December 15, 2017
Did you find a new favorite Oregon destination in 2017? Not to fear, there are plenty more to discover. And we have a feeling that you might like our suggestions. Here are the year's most-read Trip Ideas — from the snowy mountains to sandy dunes to wacky detours and everywhere in between. Oregon is a big state with a lot of things to see and do. So clear your calendar, you get to plan an entire new year of Oregon travel experiences. After all, January 30,... More
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