About the Author

Matt Wastradowski

Matt Wastradowski is a travel and outdoors writer living in Portland, Oregon. He’s written about the outdoors, craft beer, history, and more for the likes of Outside, Portland Monthly, and Northwest Travel & Life — and has written three Oregon-centric guidebooks for Moon Travel Guides.

Winter Beer Festivals on Tap Across Oregon

December 9, 2025
Here’s what to expect from the many fun, festive craft beer events during the wintertime across Oregon. More
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Beer & Breweries , Eat & Drink ,

Winter Getaway to Silver Falls State Park

December 1, 2025
Every winter Oregon State Parks ranger Matt Palmquist likes to lead what he calls a “sensory hike” at Silver Falls State Park — roughly 23 miles from Salem — where visitors experience the forest using all their senses. He starts by handing out a sheet of paper listing various shades of green and asks hikers to find as many of those hues as possible. More
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Willamette Valley , Salem , State Parks , Destinations ,

How to Play at Eastern Oregon Sno-Parks

November 19, 2025
When the season's first snow blankets the mountains of Eastern Oregon, the area’s sno-parks transform into winter wonderlands for outdoor enthusiasts from all walks of life. However you prefer your wintry excitement, here are some fun sno-parks in Eastern Oregon to inspire your next getaway. More
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Eastern Oregon , Ski Areas & Sno-Parks , Outdoor Recreation ,

Road Trip: Corvallis

October 28, 2025
Corvallis, home to the Oregon State University Beavers, sits at the nexus of what makes the Willamette Valley so special. It’s surrounded by hundreds of family farms that supply creative chefs, winemakers and craft breweries with fresh ingredients. A short drive away, outdoor enthusiasts choose from among verdant waterfall hikes and wide-open mountain views. Of course, there’s always something new and exciting happening on campus and downtown. More
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Willamette Valley , Corvallis , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

3 Top Hikes on Oregon’s Central Coast

October 7, 2025
Millions of years ago, basalt lava flows inched westward and began shaping Oregon’s Central Coast, sculpting wide-open headlands, leaving behind rocky islands and creating countless viewpoints. Today a number of hiking trails traverse those landscapes while affording views of migratory birds on rugged sea stacks, native plants and animals along placid waterways, and the Oregon Coast’s soaring cliffs. Here are three top trails you’ll want to hike on Oregon’s Central Coast. More

Guide to Fall Camping in Oregon

August 26, 2025
As summer turns to fall in Oregon, small towns on the Coast and in the mountains slow down and take a deep breath after the busy season. In the forests and along riverbanks, leaves turn rich hues of red, orange and yellow. Clear skies linger well into October, setting the stage for days filled with brisk hikes, sun-kissed bike rides, relaxing paddling trips and evenings under the stars. More
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State Parks , Favorite Trips , Parks & Recreational Areas , Camping , Wilderness & Natural Areas , Destinations , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation ,

Top Hikes in the Columbia River Gorge

August 6, 2025
Hundreds of miles of trails pass these sites throughout the Columbia River Gorge, making it a world-class destination for hikers from all skill levels. Here are some of the region’s top trails. More
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Columbia River Gorge , Hiking & Backpacking ,

Accessible Travel in Eugene

June 26, 2025
For decades, Eugene has advocated for accessibility as a core community value. More
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Willamette Valley , Eugene , Accessible Travel ,

Scenic Drives Through Oregon’s Coast Range

June 11, 2025
Half the fun of visiting the Oregon Coast is the journey. No matter your route, you will almost certainly head past old-growth forests and rushing rivers, across rolling hillsides and through colorful wildflower displays in between small towns across the Oregon Coast Range. In all, the mountain range runs about 200 miles from north to south — beginning at the state's northern border and extending south to the Middle Fork Coquille River near Roseburg — and offers plenty of fun wherever you decide to cross. More
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Oregon Coast , Toledo , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Accessible Adventures in Central Oregon

May 20, 2025
Here are some of the top accessible adventures for wheelchair users, visitors with sensory needs and other travelers with disabilities in Central Oregon. More
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Central Oregon , Accessible Travel , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation ,