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.

Top 24 Adventures in Oregon for 2024

December 20, 2023
From the craggy coastline to snowcapped peaks in the state’s eastern corners, Oregon offers outdoor adventures all year long. Here are 24 guided excursions, food-focused trips and seasonal adventures for 2024 and beyond. More
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Wine Hiking in Willamette Valley’s Vineyards

November 2, 2023
If you love hiking through Oregon’s stately forests and rolling hillsides, and you love sipping pinot noir and chardonnay, how about both? Several Willamette Valley wineries have created experiences for “wine hiking,” either guided or unguided strolls through manicured vineyards. More
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Sensory-Friendly Activities in Oregon

October 24, 2023
Here’s a look at how theaters, museums and even playgrounds around Oregon are adjusting programming to be more inclusive for both neurodivergent kids and adults. More
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4 Seasons of Fun at Sunriver Resort

August 21, 2023
Since opening in 1969, Sunriver Resort has been an iconic Central Oregon destination. Over the years, it has welcomed several generations of couples on romantic getaways, families enjoying school vacations and group get-togethers of all sizes with a dazzling array of amenities and attractions. More
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Los Mejores Consejos Para Viajes De Mochileros En Verano Por El Columbia River Gorge

August 1, 2023
Estos son algunos viajes de mochilero favoritos en el Gorge. More
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Diez Artículos Esenciales para el Senderismo en Oregon

. Estos son los elementos que deberían estar en su mochila para su próxima aventura y los motivos por los que los necesita. More
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Ten Essentials for Hiking in Oregon

June 16, 2023
Oregon’s outdoors are naturally beloved for their beauty and variety; where else, after all, can enthusiasts hike along a rugged coastline, summit volcanic peaks, walk among waterfalls and traverse the sweeping high desert? Before hitting the trail, hikers, backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes should always prepare for various conditions. More
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Top Tips for Summer Backpacking in the Columbia River Gorge

June 7, 2023
The Columbia River Gorge draws millions of visitors each year, yet opportunities for solitude abound, even along some of the area’s most popular paths. Here are some of my favorite backpacking trips in the Gorge. More
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Retro Lodging for Your Summer Road Trip

May 17, 2023
As you make plans for your summer getaway, here’s a look at boutique lodges in Oregon that blend the past and present. More
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Boutique Hotels , Hotels & Motels , Places to Stay ,

5 Top Spots for Food and Outdoor Fun in Central Oregon

April 19, 2023
It’s a popular maxim around Central Oregon: No outdoor adventure is truly complete until you sit down for a post-hike meal or post-paddle pint. Fortunately, you’ll find plenty of options for both around the region, from waterfall hikes and down-home cooking in Redmond to forested campgrounds and creative ciders around La Pine. Here’s a guide to enjoying an epic food-cation in Central Oregon — this spring and all year long. More
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