Jen Anderson

Wildhorse Resort & Casino is the only resort of its kind in Eastern Oregon, emerging unexpectedly among miles of rolling wheat fields. With numerous amenities, the resort is an easy three-hour drive east of Portland with scenic views of the Columbia River along Interstate 84. Owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, the resort sits on tribal land where the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla people have existed for thousands of years. More

Oregon’s nine Tribal casinos offer a host of exciting opportunities for gaming, entertainment, lodging and family fun in all corners of the state. Las Vegas-style slots, table games and more will delight the gamer while restaurants, golf courses, pools, arcades, bowling alleys and other activities entertain the whole family. The scenic backdrops range from dramatic ocean-side locations to rolling foothills and farmland settings. As they have for hundreds of years, Oregon’s Tribes look forward to welcoming you and sharing their hospitality. Here’s where to find... More

When diners sit down to a meal at the Steamboat Inn in Southern Oregon, they’re already in a state of heightened bliss. Steps from the sparkling turquoise North Umpqua River, red umbrellas and wildflowers offer pops of color on the outdoor patio of this historic lodge, built in the 1950s. For decades it’s been a go-to haven for fly-fishers, hikers, cyclists and others looking for adventure surrounded by pristine beauty. More

Sara Hauman has lived in Oregon for just three years, but she’s an Oregonian at heart. The dog-loving, tattoo-sleeved, award-winning chef is also a bona fide celebrity-chef ambassador for the state, as season 18 of Top Chef (filmed in Oregon in 2020 and aired on Bravo earlier in 2021) put her on the national map. More

Between its gold-rush history and its picturesque beauty, Jacksonville — set in the lush Rogue Valley, about three hours from Eugene and Bend — is as slow-paced or fast-paced as you’d like it to be. The historic town is world-famous for its lively music, arts, wine and culinary scene, but you can also sit back and take a seat while riding an old-fashioned trolley or horse-drawn wagon through town. There are so many ways to experience Jacksonville with your crew — whether it’s a girls’... More

Often our biggest sense of well-being comes from doing good for others. That’s especially easy to do in Oregon, where you can translate your passion for the forest, the rivers, the shoreline or the mountains into an hour, an afternoon or a weekend of giving back to your public lands. In fact, there’s a buzzword for it — “regenerative travel” — which simply means leaving a place better than you found it while you’re off adventuring. No matter your favorite way to enjoy the outdoors,... More

Between July 20, 2021, and Sept. 9, 2021, all Multnomah Falls visitors must book an advance ticket to take in the sight of Oregon’s tallest waterfall as well as to explore the historic 1925 Multnomah Falls Lodge. Multnomah Falls was closed for several months at the start of COVID-19, reopening in August 2020. (Visitors who ride a shuttle to Multnomah Falls do not need to book an advance ticket — they just need to show their shuttle pass at the entrance instead.) More

Tired of seeing the same houses, trees and cracks in the pavement on your neighborhood running route? It might just be time to expand your horizons to any of Oregon’s incredible running trails, where you can run to your heart’s content on dirt, gravel or pavement and soak up some of the state’s most gorgeous landscapes. Here’s a roundup of top running spots in Oregon, recommended by local running-shop experts More

What’s a walk in the park, a picnic on the grass or an outdoor patio to sip wine without a river to gaze at? How about a soothing river paddle, just minutes from the city? There’s a scientific reason why water is so calming — a source of creativity and inspiration and relaxation. You don’t even have to leave the city to access the river in four vibrant urban communities that are part of the region known as Mt. Hood Territory. In fact, when you’re... More

Sure, you can paddle on a river, swim in a lake or hike to a waterfall to cool off in the summertime. But if you’d just like to splash around without breaking a sweat, sometimes the easiest (and dreamiest) option is a lazy day by the pool — waterslides and cannonballs optional. Oregon is home to dozens of fresh-air, outdoor pools that are open seasonally at hotels and motels across the state. More