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.

How to Spend a Day Exploring Portland’s Washington Park

September 17, 2024
Imagine spending your day surrounded by groves of trees from around the world, basking in the peacefulness of a Japanese garden or watching chimpanzees groom, forage and socialize. Now imagine enjoying those memorable experiences all in one day. You can find it all at Washington Park, which occupies more than 400 acres just west of downtown Portland in the city’s West Hills.  Your best bet for getting to Washington Park is to take TriMet’s MAX Light Rail Service, whose red and blue lines serve the park... More
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Aquariums & Zoos , Parks & Recreational Areas , Family Fun , Museums , Sustainable Travel , Accessible Travel , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

How to Watch Elk Along the Oregon Coast

September 3, 2024
Every autumn, as temperatures cool and leaves turn across Oregon, elk — Oregon’s largest land animal and the second-largest member of the deer family — undertake their annual mating ritual. The elk rut, as it’s known, is a weeks-long dance where bull elk unleash shrill bugle calls across open meadows and occasionally lock antlers with other worthy suitors to win over partners. More
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Oregon Coast , Cannon Beach , Wildlife Viewing , Outdoor Recreation ,

Visit Sunriver Resort’s New Attractions at Caldera Springs

August 7, 2024
Natural beauty is a big part of what makes Central Oregon a year-round getaway — and the region’s wonders are on full display at Caldera Springs, a luxe rental community at Sunriver Resort. More
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Central Oregon , Sunriver , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures Around Bend

July 3, 2024
With a little planning and insider knowledge, it’s easier than you’d think to find off-the-beaten-track adventures in Central Oregon — even in the busiest seasons, when outdoorsy visitors flock to the sparkling rivers and cool mountain lakes. More

The Perfect Picnic in Southern Oregon

June 10, 2024
Whether it’s a date with your sweetie, an outing with your family or a woodsy adventure in a local park, make your next alfresco outing a celebration of local food from family farms and artisan producers. Here’s your guide to planning the perfect picnic in Southern Oregon. More
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Food & Drink , State Parks , Artisan Producers , Parks & Recreational Areas , Destinations , Eat & Drink , Activities ,

Aventuras en Kayak y Tirolesa Cerca de Crater Lake

May 30, 2024
Como experimentar una excursión guiada Skyak, que incluye un recorrido en kayak por la tranquila Upper Klamath Canoe Trail (ruta de canotaje Upper Klamath), almuerzo y luego un poco de diversión aventurera con una tirolesa a nivel del cielo en el sur de Oregon. More
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Southern Oregon , Klamath Falls , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Kayak and Zipline Adventures Near Crater Lake

May 17, 2024
I arrive at the forested headquarters of Crater Lake ZipLine, just outside Klamath Falls, shortly before 9 a.m. on a balmy summer morning. It’s the perfect day, in other words, for an outdoor adventure exploring Oregon’s Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge, which contains the largest freshwater body in Oregon. I’m here for the guided Skyak outing, a seven-hour excursion that includes a kayak paddling tour of the quiet Upper Klamath Canoe Trail, lunch, then some adventurous fun with a sky-level zip-line ride. More
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Southern Oregon , Klamath Falls , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Dine and Relax at the Roadhouses Around Mt. Hood

April 8, 2024
Here’s a guide to the historic and hip roadhouses of Highway 26. More

3 Top Hikes on Oregon’s North Coast

March 4, 2024
Whether you’re looking for a low-key stroll or a thigh-burning climb, you’ll find plenty to love about the region’s landscapes. Here are three notable North Coast hikes for a mix of what makes the Coast so special. More
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Hiking & Backpacking , Outdoor Recreation ,

Top Spots for Post-Adventure Food and Drink in Central Oregon

February 29, 2024
Across Central Oregon, a day’s adventure doesn’t truly end until you sit down to celebrate with friends — ideally on a sun-kissed patio and with cold beverages in hand. If you’re looking for happy-hour spots and vibrant bars to toast to your day, here’s a roundup of fun stops for creative cocktails, craft beers, savory snacks, great food and a cool atmosphere. More
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Central Oregon , Bend , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,