Andrew Collins

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 June, 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

A convenient gateway for exploring two of the state’s most alluring regions — the Willamette Valley wine country and the northern portion of the Oregon Coast — Portland is itself one of the hottest culinary and design cities in the country. Its compact downtown is ideal for strolling; it’s flanked by leafy parks along the Willamette River and evergreen-shrouded forests laced with hiking trails in the foothills to the west. Do spend time exploring the city’s several hip neighborhoods with thriving retail and dining scenes,... More

At the opening of her memoir, “Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail,” Cheryl Strayed writes, "The Pacific Crest Trail wasn’t a world to me then. It was an idea, vague and outlandish, full of promise and mystery." Fortunately, you don’t have to hike all 2,663 miles of the PCT from Mexico to Canada to find the promise and mystery that inspired Strayed's book. More

Oregon is world-famous for craft beer. It’s also frequently ranked among the greenest states in the Union. So it’s no surprise that we’re at the forefront of what’s become known as the sustainable-brewing movement. More