About the Author

Cari Soong

From bicycling and hiking to snowboarding, Cari Soong is always in search of the next epic excursion. She has called Oregon home since 2004 and thrives on finding new favorites around the state.

17 Favorite Oregon Hikes

June 9, 2023
“What are the best hikes in Oregon?” It’s one of the most difficult and most frequently asked questions. This state is so diverse that picking favorite hikes is hard. The best way to answer the question is to come up with 20 different hikes that, in one’s opinion, are the best in their category. More
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Snowshoeing Around the Cascades

February 20, 2013
If you enjoy snowy landscapes, great exercise and warming shelters with wood stoves, then you will probably like snowshoeing in Oregon. More
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Willamette Valley , Lakes & Reservoirs , State Parks , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Rivers & Streams , Waterfalls , Snow Sports , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

A Beginner’s GeoTour

January 14, 2013
Editor's note: Our Ask Oregon ambassador Cari Soong recently explored the new Eugene, Cascades & Coast GeoTour. After traveling to six of the 36 sites, hiking four miles and taking dozens of photos, we asked Cari to report back about her first geocaching experience. What is geocaching? Geocaching is a free outdoor treasure hunt game… More
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Willamette Valley , McKenzie Bridge , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Trip Ideas , Attractions ,