Jen Anderson

Salishan Coastal Lodge in quiet Gleneden Beach, on Oregon’s Central Coast, is a short two-hour drive from Portland along Highway 18, a few miles from the bustle of Lincoln City. You’ll know you’re close when you see the shops and hotels give way to the tranquil beauty of the Siletz River and Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge, which is full of wetland trails for hiking and marshy waterways for paddling. More

With sunnier days on the horizon, you might start planning your next outdoor adventure in Oregon’s public spaces — just know there will be some differences this year. More

Many beloved springtime traditions are open to visitors this year but will look a bit different in light of COVID-19 safety protocols. More

Here are some ways to support Oregon’s booming food-and-drink wellness brands in 2021 and feel like your best you at the same time. More

This year opens the door to a more creative Valentine's Day experience in Oregon, one that will give you a chance to reconnect and give each other the attention you both deserve. Here are a few ways to make it a memorable occasion, Oregon-style. More

Taking a guided tour is a safe and exciting way to experience the state. Many operators have limited their groups to smaller-sized parties, with mandated face coverings, enforced physical distancing, and other protocols to keep you and your loved ones safe. Here’s what you need to know. More

Here’s what you need to know to get started discovering — or rediscovering — the 33rd state when it’s safe to travel. More

Oregon’s beloved wintry weather lives on this season, with plenty of outdoor-recreation opportunities in wide-open spaces and fresh air. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic still happening, outdoor recreation will look a bit different. More

Here’s a roundup of some of Oregon’s top guidebooks, written by local authors who are experts on the subject. More

Stan Hinatsu has been called a renaissance man, helping to shape the Columbia River Gorge into one of the first congressionally delegated National Scenic Areas in the country and one of just a handful nationwide. More