Andrew Collins

Home to some of the most varied terrain in the West, from old-growth conifer forests to ancient volcanic formations to vast high-desert plains, Southern Oregon offers dozens of memorable opportunities for both quick-and-easy nature walks and rigorous wilderness treks. More

The outdoor recreation hub of Sweet Home beckons with its abundance of evergreen-shrouded trails, rippling lakes, tumbling waterfalls and scenic highways. More

Oregon’s original beach resort, Seaside abounds with lively diversions, from old-school candy shops and arcades to an historic aquarium and the classic Promenade. But if you venture just slightly from the busyness of the city’s central Broadway Street, you'll discover another side to this picturesque community that resonates with wildlife watchers, treasure hunters and solitude seekers. Here are six ways to explore Seaside’s quieter secrets. More

Sliced in two by a river that winds for 111 miles from the southern Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean, the Umpqua Valley is known just as well for its legendary outdoor recreation (the Umpqua River is nicknamed the Graduate School for Steelhead Fly Fishing) as it is for its award-winning wineries and sophisticated, locally sourced cuisine. More

Oregon’s Central Coast offers rugged Pacific Northwest scenery, from soaring headlands to pristine crescent beaches. You’ll also find the quintessential seaside attractions that resonate both with kids and playful adults. More

If you’re a coastal lover, fear not: Hip and historic Astoria is an easy bus ride from the Pacific. More

A snowcapped volcano, a river rushing through a dramatic gorge and an authentic Wild West town — they all make for an adventurous trip from Portland, which is one of the leading design and food cities in the United States and the perfect jumping off point to explore Oregon’s untamed landscapes. Drive along the mighty Columbia River to reach the charming town of Hood River, which abounds with wineries, fruit farms and sophisticated restaurants. From there you can detour an hour’s drive south to explore... More

The City of Roses draws thousands to its pride parade each year, but the celebration doesn’t end at city limits. More

Scenic Southern Oregon is home to some of the most varied and colorful terrain in the state, from towering mountain peaks to verdant valleys. The region’s largest communities — Grants Pass, Medford and Ashland — are in or adjacent to the fertile Rogue Valley, which is famous for its abundance of berry and produce farms, orchards and vineyards. The latter are responsible for the region’s emergence into one of the state’s leading winemaking destinations. In and around these communities, many art galleries, indie boutiques, craft... More

Situated on the eastern edge of Oregon’s formidable Cascade Range, Bend and the surrounding region enjoy a comparatively sunny and dry climate, as well as breathtakingly photogenic high-desert terrain. This fast-growing city of about 81,000 residents has rapidly become one of the top outdoor recreation hubs in the Pacific Northwest, drawing hikers, rock climbers, river rafters, anglers and cyclists during the warmer months, and skiers and other snow-sport enthusiasts throughout winter. More