About the Author

Laura O. Foster

Laura O. Foster writes books about Portland and nearby places in the Pacific Northwest. Her work has been featured on Oregon Field Guide, Oregon Art Beat, AM Northwest and KBOO, as well as in The Oregonian, Willamette Week and the Portland Tribune. An Oregonian since 1989, she lives with her husband on 20 acres of forest in Northwest Portland with the youngest of their four children. Her newest book is "Columbia Gorge Getaways: 12 Weekend Adventures from Towns to Trails."

Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Multnomah Falls

February 25, 2019
Dropping 620 spectacular feet, Multnomah Falls is the tallest of the Columbia River Gorge’s many waterfalls. So how do you experience it like a pro? Here’s what you need to know to make your trip as easy and fun as possible. More
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Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge , Corbett , Waterfalls ,

6 Ways to Explore Ashland

May 11, 2018
In Ashland, nature and culture are in league for an exhilarating getaway. In this gorgeous, friendly Southern Oregon hotspot, you can explore historic parks and scenic bike routes, dine on farm-fresh bounty and wrap up your day rejuvenating at the city’s renowned spas. Here are six ways to build an Ashland vacation that satisfies all your senses, including that all-important sense of adventure. More
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Southern Oregon , Ashland , Favorite Trips ,

Find Sun and Snow in Klamath County

October 30, 2017
In sunny, uncrowded Klamath County — just five hours from Portland in Southern Oregon — 300+ days of blue skies are made for outdoor play. Volcanic peaks, deep mountain lakes, pine forests, and vast wildlife refuges make for a wonderfully diverse set of winter adventures. Here are seven jump-starts to discovering Klamath’s winter recreational opportunities.
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Southern Oregon , Klamath Falls , Snowmobiling , Sno-Parks , Birding , Favorite Trips , Ski Areas & Sno-Parks , Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing , Outdoor Recreation , Snow Sports , Wildlife Viewing ,

Indoor & Outdoor Escapes Around Mt. Hood & the Gorge

January 4, 2017
In winter and spring, the Gorge’s full-to-bursting waterfalls and Mt. Hood’s snowy vistas are wild and wonderful counterpoints to its cozy brewpubs, shops, museums and galleries. More
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Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge , Cascade Locks , Beer & Breweries , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Eat & Drink , Sporting Events , Restaurants , Attractions , Seafood , Events , Snow Sports ,