Celeste Brash

The things you can do in spring are as diverse as the refreshing but unpredictable weather: wildflower hikes, vibrant festivals, Scenic Bikeways, wine tasting, snowboarding, waterfalls, whale-watching and more. Expect to be dazzled as the Beaver State bursts with colors. More

Many Oregonians cite fall as their favorite season, and it’s easy to understand why. As the heat of summer subsides and the crowds wane, the sun tends to stick around to illuminate reddening foliage, ripening pears and August-warmed waters. It’s time to throw expectations into the increasingly cool winds since you’re just as likely to find a gorgeous warm day at the beach as you are an early-season snowstorm in the Cascades. Dress in layers and don’t forget the camera.

The tiny town of Mitchell has only a handful of eateries and accommodations, but it sits on the path of totality 12 miles from one of Eastern Oregon’s most spectacular sights: the Painted Hills. The sandy mounds’ deep red to ochre striations turn even deeper at sunrise and sunset, so they’re sure to make one of the most scenic backdrops for the eclipse. It’s a popular spot to explore by bike on the Painted Hills Scenic Bikeway. However you go, practice “Leave No Trace” ethics... More

Starting from the north, the Warm Springs Indian Reservation is a popular getaway for Oregonians thanks to its Native American culture and fine weather. For a treat, tune in to KWSO 91.9 to learn about the community, hear a few words of the local Ichishkiin, Kiksht and Numu languages, and much more. Just down the hill from Warm Springs, high-desert Madras greets visitors with practical services surrounded by river gorges, world-class fly-fishing and outdoor adventures galore. In the town itself, you’ll find an aircraft museum,... More

This easy-access portion of the path of totality straddles I-5 from the capital city of Salem to riverside Albany. While this is the densest urban area in Oregon to see the eclipse, it’s also a great base for visiting some of the state’s highlights, from wine country to the fantastically lush Silver Falls State Park. More

Those wanting to catch the eclipse at its first landfall will head to Lincoln City, Newport and points between. There’s no shortage of sandy beaches and forested vistas here, all perfect for sky gazing. And while it can’t be guaranteed, chances are high for good eclipse viewing conditions since cloud cover tends to be partial to zero in August. More

Grey skies and cool weather spell the perfect time to pack up the family and head to the John Day Fossil Beds in Eastern Oregon. More