Andrew Collins

With their spirited embrace of the outdoors, appealing four-season climate, acclaimed craft beer and artisan food scene and friendly vibe, Bend and other parts of Central Oregon have emerged into one of the West's most exciting LGBTQ+ destinations. They’re especially popular among fans of snow sports, biking, rock climbing, hiking and the outdoors. More

One of coastal Oregon’s iconic drives, the 28-mile journey along U.S. 101 from Gold Beach to Brookings in the southwestern corner of the state climbs over breathtaking conifer-shaded headlands and alongside rugged, undeveloped beaches and rocky offshore islands and sea stacks. More

In 2021 Visit Central Oregon approached these talented local artists about developing a series of vibrant murals inspired by the retro-fun "Greetings From…" postcards, which were a huge hit with vacationers in the mid-20th century. They jumped at the opportunity. "We are so honored to be creating the mural trail throughout our beloved Central Oregon,” says Eland. For visitors, enjoying the artwork at each mural site is the perfect way to get inspired by the diverse culinary offerings, cultural diversions and outdoor experiences each community... More

If your idea of an easy road trip is taking a scenic, slow-paced drive through one of Oregon’s most vast and blissfully uncrowded landscapes, you’re in luck. Eastern Oregon’s most off-the-beaten-path towns are eager to see you — and serve you — with their juiciest prime rib and burgers, ice-cold ales, tasty snacks and fresh takeout fare perfect for a picnic at a nearby park, lake or trail. More

As you wander through its oak savannas, juniper-dotted slopes, undulating wildflower meadows and stands of old-growth conifers, it's easy to detect the incredible biodiversity of Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. More

Did you know you could zip from the city life of Portland to the Wild West of Pendleton in just an hour? The legendary Northeastern Oregon city is the prime destination for a weekend-size slice of the good life — and thanks to reasonably priced daily air service from Portland International Airport to Eastern Oregon Regional Airport, you can be sipping whiskey and browsing handmade cowboy boots and Western wear in no time. Here's everything you need to know to make a quick getaway. More

You may have seen those Instagram-celebrated spots for rock-climbing and river rafting, the famous craft breweries and chef-driven restaurants that put Bend on the foodie map. But did you know about the free summer concerts, or the fact that Bend is within day-tripping distance of Crater Lake, the Pacific Crest Trail and other see-it-to-believe-it geologic phenomenon? The cultural and creative heart of Central Oregon, Bend beckons with an abundance of fantastic, and sometimes unexpected, diversions. Here are some we especially love. More

For generations, hungry visitors have flocked to Oregon’s quintessential beach town in search of classic coastal fare — from fresh Dungeness crab and local albacore to old-fashioned saltwater taffy and ice cream. None other than father-of-all-foodies James Beard, the 20th-century icon of American cookery, learned to prepare seafood during his childhood summers in Seaside. He even taught cooking classes here in the 1970s. More

Visiting the South Coast’s secluded sweep of laid-back towns feels like you’re in on a secret — even more so when you take the trip car-free. More

Oregon’s popularity as an LGBTQ destination undoubtedly starts with Portland, a bona fide hotbed of queer activism, arts and culture. But I’ve long been surprised by how many other communities around the state have vibrant queer scenes. More