Jen Anderson is a longtime journalist and travel writer/editor who is now Travel Oregon’s Content & Community Manager, helping to align content for visitors via social media, print and web. She’s called Oregon home for 25 years and loves finding the latest places to eat, drink and play around the state with her husband and two boys. Brewpubs, beaches and bike trails top the list.
Panoramic Columbia River Gorge views await visitors between Troutdale and Pendleton, a scenic drive in history, geology, culture and natural beauty. More
The historic Wolf Creek Inn has a long history of eerie tales from visitors and past owners. The unexplained activity continues after more than 135-years at this historic Oregon inn. More
Welcome to Oregon’s Detroit Lake area, where the rivers, forests and lakes are a natural playground all year-round. Here’s how you can make the Detroit area your gateway to the outdoors. More
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Getting outside on the trail in Oregon is a balm for the soul. If you have eager young campers who can trek a few miles, why not plan your first overnighter? More
You may have sampled the craft beers, hiked the trails and taken some sweet rides on the powdery slopes in Central Oregon. But have you experienced the landscape by air, toured the city by electric car or collected thundereggs in the high desert? More
Autumn is that Goldilocks time of year in Oregon, especially on Mt. Hood — just after the chaos of summer fades away and before the snow starts to fall at the lower elevations. More
Oregon is known as a destination for outdoor recreation, and many of the state’s iconic experiences are open to everyone. Try these guided adaptive experiences that are accessible for all. More
Illahe Vineyards uses historical winemaking techniques for its signature 1899 pinot noir, keeping electricity, machines, enzymes and modern materials like steel out of the process — just like it might have been done in the old days. More
